Synology 3.5″ HAT5300-16T 16TB Hard Drive Internal SATA
Enhance NAS performance with the Synology HAT5300‑16T 16 TB internal SATA HDD. Excellent for RAID setups, 5‑year warranty, DSM‑integrated firmware, persistent cache, and 550 TB/year workload rating.
Product Description
The Synology HAT5300‑16T is a 16 TB enterprise-grade 3.5″ SATA III (6 Gb/s) hard drive engineered for use in Synology NAS environments. With a 7200 RPM spindle, 512 MB cache buffer, and sustained data transfer speeds of up to ~262 MB/s, it provides high-bandwidth, always‑on performance for demanding workloads like virtualization, multimedia, backup, and surveillance ([turn0search4]Reddit+15Synology+15Comx Computers+15B&H Photo Video+5B&H Photo Video+5Newegg.com+5).
Built from the ground up for continuous 24/7 operation, this drive delivers inside Synology NAS through tightly integrated firmware that enables one-click updates, persistent write-cache protection, and faster RAID rebuilds compared to non-Synology alternatives.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 16 TB |
| Interface | SATA III 6 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 3.5″ |
| Spindle Speed | 7200 RPM |
| Cache | 512 MB |
| Sustained Transfer Rate | ~262 MB/s |
| Workload Rating | 550 TB/year |
| MTBF | 2.5 million hours |
| Power (Active/Idle) | ~7.6 W / ~4 W |
| Warranty | 5 years |
Why Choose the HAT5300‑16T?
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DSM-Optimized Performance: Firmware updates, RAID boosts, and sustained read gains (~23%) are fully integrated with Synology DSM ([turn0search0]B&H Photo Video+14Synology+14B&H Photo Video+14Gigabyte+6Synology+6B&H Photo Video+6ipcstore.com+4B&H Photo Video+4B&H Photo Video+4synology.co.ke+11B&H Photo Video+11B&H Photo Video+11).
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Business-Class Reliability: Enterprise-grade workload rating and MTBF support continuous operation in professional environments.
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Enhanced Data Safety: Persistent write-cache reduces corruption during unexpected power loss.
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Low Maintenance: DSM‑managed updates streamline firmware management and reduce admin workload ([turn0search2]B&H Photo Video+7Synology+7ServersPlus+7).
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Ideal for RAID Setups: High capacity, performance, and fast rebuilds make it a solid choice for NAS arrays.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Is HAT5300 compatible with non-Synology NAS?
Yes, it uses standard SATA. However, DSM-specific firmware updates and performance optimization are limited outside Synology systems.
Q2: How loud is a 16 TB 7200 RPM drive?
It’s moderately audible under load—well-suited for closets or server rooms, less so for quiet home environments ([turn0reddit15]Reddit).
Q3: What is persistent write-cache?
It temporarily buffers data in the drive cache and protects it during power outages, reducing the risk of data loss.
Q4: How long will it last in 24/7 use?
With a high workload rating (550 TB/year) and MTBF of 2.5 million hours, it’s built for multi-year continuous operation ([turn0search0]Comx Computers+15Synology+15ipcstore.com+15).
Q5: What benefits do firmware updates bring?
DSM automatically installs drive firmware updates, boosting compatibility, reliability, and rebuild speeds.
Q6: Should I mix HAT5300 with other drives in RAID?
Technically possible, but matched drives are recommended for consistent performance and RAID behavior.
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