from $406.99
The Asustor AS5402T is a 2-bay NAS enclosure designed for reliable data storage and management. Powered by an Intel Celeron N5105 Quad-Core processor and equipped with 4GB of DDR4 RAM (expandable up to 16GB), it offers robust performance for home or small office environments. This enclosure supports RAID modes JBOD, 0, and 1, and features hardware-based 256-bit AES encryption for enhanced data security. Connectivity includes two 2.5GbE RJ45 inputs, and it accommodates two 2.5"/3.5" drives along with four M.2 (2280) slots, providing flexible storage options. With a quiet operation at 18.6 dBA and broad OS compatibility, the AS5402T is suitable for centralizing files, backing up data, and streaming media across various devices.
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NAS (Network Attached Storage) devices run 24/7, making power consumption a steady, though low, cost. The real ongoing expense is replacing hard drives as they fail or filling empty bays to expand storage.
Common Failure Modes
Hard drive failure is the most common issue, which is why NAS uses RAID redundancy to prevent data loss. Fan failures and power brick deaths are the primary hardware issues for the enclosure itself.
Buy based on the software ecosystem (e.g., Synology DSM) and the number of drive bays you need for redundancy and future expansion. CPU power matters greatly if you plan to run media servers like Plex.
The NAS enclosure itself can last a decade. However, the hard drives inside are consumable and typically need replacing every few years depending on workload.
The Asustor AS5402T 2-Bay Nas Enclosure is available at bhphoto, starting at $406.99.
NAS (Network Attached Storage) devices run 24/7, making power consumption a steady, though low, cost. The real ongoing expense is replacing hard drives as they fail or filling empty bays to expand storage.
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