- Does this drive work in non-Synology NAS units?
- It uses a standard SATA III interface, so it can physically connect to other systems. Synology only validates it for its own NAS models, and health reporting in DSM is the main benefit.
- Is it worth it over a cheaper NAS drive?
- If you run a Synology NAS and want firmware and health handled inside DSM, the validation is the reason to choose it. For other brands or budget builds, a general-purpose NAS drive does the same job.
- How loud is it?
- At 7200 rpm it is louder than 5400 rpm drives, mainly during seeks. In a closet or office it is fine; in a bedroom it may be noticeable.
- Can I mix it with other drives in one NAS?
- Yes, Synology allows mixed drive models in an array, though matching capacity and speed keeps performance predictable. Mixing brands can affect how DSM reports drive health.
- What comes in the box?
- The drive itself plus mounting screws. SATA cables are not included; Synology NAS trays use their own caddies.
- Is 8TB enough for a home NAS?
- It covers a large photo and media library for most homes. Plan for growth: with RAID redundancy, usable space per drive is lower than the raw capacity.
- Where is the Synology 8TB HAT3320 Plus Series SATA III 3.5 Internal NAS HDD cheapest?
- At Newegg, for $459.99, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Synology 8TB HAT3320 Plus Series SATA III 3.5 Internal NAS HDD?
- 2 stores we checked sell it, including Newegg, Best Buy.