WD My Book Duo 36TB 2-Bay USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 RAID Array (2 x 18TB)
Model: WDBFBE0360JBK-NESN
Model: WDBFBE0360JBK-NESN
from $1,064.99
Storage: 2 x 18TB
6 configurations available
The WD My Book Duo 36TB is a 2-bay RAID array designed for high-capacity external storage. It comes pre-configured with two 18TB SATA III 3.5" HDDs, offering a total of 36TB storage capacity, and supports RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD modes. Connectivity is provided via a USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 port and two USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 ports, making it compatible with macOS 11 or later and Windows 10 or later, and features 256-bit AES hardware encryption for data security.
Buy based on the software ecosystem (e.g. Available from $1,064.99.
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.
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 WD My Book Duo 36TB 2-Bay USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 RAID Array (2 x 18TB) is available at bhphoto, starting at $1,064.99.
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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