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Adding Disks 3,4 to existing ReadyNAS Volume
Hey Everyone!
Quick question -- maybe it's simple, but I want to make sure I'm understanding X-RAID correctly: I currently have a RN424 with 2x8TB.
I also have 2x4TB each with data th...
Hey StephanB, thanks for the help!
That RAID breakdown really helps. I understand how X-RAID determines capacity vs protection much better now.
It sounds like adding 4TB drives at this point won't add much in the way of protection OR capacity, so I'll take your advice and pick up a couple 8s and use the 4s as a backup.
I'm still unclear about whether the current NAS volume will need to be rebuilt when I add drives 3 and 4 (4x 8TB). Though I suppose it doesn't matter since the data on the 4TB is already my backup.
I know what I need to do at least :) Thank you so much for taking the time to help!
All the Best,
Jordan
For anyone in my position who CANT purchase more drives and wants to add smaller drives (adding 2x4TB to an existing 2x8TB RAID) it sounds like it can be done... but as a JBOD (in Flex-RAID) which defeats the purpose for me.
Since I'm looking to increase protection as well as capacity, I'm going to bite the bullet and buy 2x8TB drives.
Since I'm looking to increase protection as well as capacity, I'm going to bite the bullet and buy 2x8TB drives.
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