Toshiba has taken its N300 hard drive series to the next level, unveiling a lineup of 3.5-inch NAS-ready HDDs that come packed with SATA III interfaces and storage capacities ranging from a modest 2TB all the way up to a jaw-dropping 22TB. Designed to cater to the ever-growing storage demands of network attached storage (NAS) systems, these new offerings promise both reliability and performance.
Bigger, Quieter, and More Efficient
For models boasting 12TB or higher, Toshiba has incorporated helium technology, which is a game-changer in the world of high-capacity drives. By filling these drives with helium, Toshiba has managed to reduce operational noise while maintaining stable performance. Less friction, less noise, more efficiency. The entire series still relies on Conventional Magnetic Recording (CMR), a tried-and-true method for ensuring data integrity.
High-Speed Performance Across the Board
These drives aren’t just about storage space; they pack a punch in performance too. With a spindle speed of 7200 RPM, the N300 models offer sequential read speeds of up to 281 MB/s and write speeds reaching 268 MB/s. Whether you’re dealing with massive files or running your own server, these drives deliver consistent, high-speed data access.
Built to Last
Durability is key, especially for NAS drives that run 24/7, and Toshiba ensures the N300 series can handle the heat—literally. These drives are engineered to last with a lifetime expectancy between 1 to 1.2 million hours, offering peace of mind for those who rely on uninterrupted data storage.
Rounding out the package is a buffer that ranges from 64MB to 512MB, depending on the model, making the N300 series a solid choice for businesses and power users alike. With storage needs climbing, Toshiba is stepping up to the challenge, offering massive capacities paired with cutting-edge technology.
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