Synology 3.5″ HAT5300-4T 4TB Hard Drive Internal SATA
Boost your NAS performance and reliability with the Synology HAT5300‑4T 4 TB enterprise HDD. Features 7200 RPM speed, 256 MB cache, 550 TB/year workload, DSM-aware firmware updates, and a 5‑year warranty.
Product Description
The Synology HAT5300‑4T is a 4 TB 3.5″ SATA III (6 Gb/s) enterprise-grade hard drive engineered specifically for 24/7 operation in Synology NAS systems. With a high-speed 7200 RPM spindle, 256 MB buffer, and up to 255 MB/s sustained transfer rates, this drive delivers reliable throughput for small to medium business environments, virtualization, media storage, and intensive backup scenarios CDW+15Download Center+15DiscTech+15Accelerator+6B&H Photo Video+6Newegg+6.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 4 TB |
| Form Factor | 3.5″ SATA III |
| Interface | SATA 6 Gb/s |
| Spindle Speed | 7200 RPM |
| Cache | 256 MB |
| Sustained Data Transfer | ~255 MB/s |
| Workload Rating | 550 TB/year |
| MTBF | 2–2.5 million hours |
| Power Consumption (Idle) | ~4 W |
| Power Consumption (Active) | ~7.8 W |
| Operating Temperature | 5 °C–60 °C |
| Warranty | 5 years |
Why Choose the HAT5300‑4T?
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Enterprise-level durability: With a 550 TB/year workload rating and 2.5 million hours MTBF, this drive is built for continuous, heavy use Amazon+14Synology+14Central Computers+14Amazon+11Newegg.com+11DiscTech+11CDW+8Accelerator+8Download Center+8Amazon.
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Enhanced RAID performance: Synology-optimized firmware enables RAID rebuilds up to 23 % faster—minimizing downtime and improving resiliency .
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Data integrity protection: Persistent write cache prevents corruption during power failures Accelerator+7Synology+7DataStoreWorks+7.
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Seamless DSM integration: Enjoy automated firmware updates and proactive health alerts via Synology’s Storage Manager Amazon+4Newegg.com+4DataStoreWorks+4.
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Solid investment: Five-year warranty and extensive stress testing provide long-term assurance Amazon+7Synology+7Reddit+7.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Can I use the HAT5300 in non‑Synology NAS?
Yes—it’s a standard SATA drive, but DSM-specific features like one-click firmware updates and optimized RAID behaviour require Synology systems.
Q2: Is the drive noisy?
It’s somewhat audible due to its 7200 RPM speed but remains suitable for server environments; quieter operation is found with 5400 RPM drives.
Q3: How does Persistent Write Cache work?
It writes data to onboard cache in a way that prevents loss or corruption during unexpected power outages.
Q4: Is a heatsink needed?
No, normal NAS airflow is sufficient. Only use external cooling in atypically hot environments.
Q5: What is the typical lifespan?
Rated for five years of continuous use and a workload of 550 TB per year, supported by MTBF of 2–2.5 million hours.
Q6: Can I mix this with other brands in a RAID?
Technically yes, but RAID arrays are more stable and predictable using identical, DSM-optimized drives.
