Hi,
I've researched a lot here and elsewhere but still failing to get a clear answer. Hoping some of you fine people can advise.
I'm a photographer/director and need a new larger archiving solution.
Currently I have a 10TB G-Drive Raid (2 Bay) Thunderbolt 3 set up as Raid 1. So 5TB storage in total.
I also have a 5TB external that I keep offsite and sync once a month. (This is secure enough for me as I also have the last months of work on my external 'shoot HDs').
I have no need for it to be online either now or in the future so a NAS system isn't necessary. I also have no interest in costly cloud storage subscriptions.
So, I'm considering these options:
Option 1
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Replace the Raid drives with 2x26TB (WD Ultrastars 7200)
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making use of the existing enclosure and thunderbolt 3 speed
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I'd also have 3rd separate 26TB for off site backup
Option 2
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Buy a new 4 bay enclosure with 4x10TB (WD Ultrastars 7200). So 27TB storage in SHR or RAID 5.
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would probably be USB3 as Thunderbolt3 is a little expensive, so transfers would be slower.
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I'd also have a separate 26TB for my off site backups.
I'm inclined to go with option 1 as it's what's worked for me so far.
Would there be any advantage to option 2?
Thanks