Synology HAS5300 12TB SAS 3.5 Inch Enterprise HDD

The Synology HAS5300 12TB SAS 3.5″ Enterprise HDD is a high-performance, enterprise-grade hard disk drive designed for use in demanding storage environments, particularly for NAS (Network-Attached Storage) systems and other data-centric applications. Here’s a detailed description of its key features and specifications:

Key Specifications:

• Model: Synology HAS5300 12TB
• Capacity: 12TB (terabytes) of storage space, providing ample capacity for large-scale data storage, backup, and archiving needs in enterprise environments.
• Form Factor: 3.5-inch, which is the standard size for most enterprise-class hard drives and compatible with a wide range of NAS systems and server enclosures.
• Interface:
  • SAS (Serial Attached SCSI): The HAS5300 is equipped with a SAS interface, offering high-speed data transfer rates and reliability compared to traditional SATA drives. The SAS interface is commonly used in enterprise environments for its superior performance and ability to support multiple devices through daisy-chaining.
  • SAS 12Gbps: This drive supports the SAS 12Gbps standard, providing high data throughput, crucial for environments that require fast read/write speeds, such as large-scale file servers, virtual environments, and databases.
• Performance:
  • Rotational Speed: 7,200 RPM (revolutions per minute), balancing performance with power efficiency and reliability. 7,200 RPM drives are suitable for applications requiring a mix of sustained and random read/write performance, such as high-capacity storage and virtualization.
  • Cache Size: Typically equipped with 256MB of cache, which helps improve performance by storing frequently accessed data for quicker retrieval.
• Reliability:
  • MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): The HAS5300 has an MTBF of around 2 million hours, which indicates a high level of reliability and durability, making it suitable for mission-critical applications where uptime is crucial.
  • Endurance: The drive is designed for heavy workloads and high endurance, making it ideal for enterprise use, including 24/7 operation.
• Workload Rate Limit (WRL): Typically around 550 TB/year, indicating how much data the drive is capable of handling on an annual basis, which is important for high-demand applications.
• Temperature Range: The HAS5300 is engineered to operate in a wide range of temperatures, typically from 5°C to 60°C, ensuring reliability in varying environmental conditions.
• Vibration Resistance: Built to withstand operational vibrations, ensuring consistent performance even in multi-drive enclosures or rack-mounted systems.