Seagate IronWolf NAS Hard Drives - 3TB and Free shipping! - $59.99

double_denial

Sep 19, 2024 02:41 AM

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double_denialSep 19, 2024 02:41 AM

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This sounds like a decent deal for a 3TB drive with 256MB cache. A WD Red Plus with the same capacity, cache size and lower RPMs costs $75.

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jackharvest

Sep 19, 2024 06:07 AM

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jackharvestSep 19, 2024 06:07 AM

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I'll be that guy, and just say... how the hell am I supposed to go back to deals like this after the 5-year warranty refurbs are 4x cheaper?

I suppose it depends on your needs. If refurbs are on the no-fly list for you, the next level would be some sort of 8-12TB to shuck out of an easystore or something for ~$130.

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Giantcrazy

Sep 19, 2024 01:48 PM

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GiantcrazySep 19, 2024 01:48 PM

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Quote from jackharvest

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I'll be that guy, and just say... how the hell am I supposed to go back to deals like this after the 5-year warranty refurbs are 4x cheaper?

I suppose it depends on your needs. If refurbs are on the no-fly list for you, the next level would be some sort of 8-12TB to shuck out of an easystore or something for ~$130.

If the use would be for a non-NAS deployment then I could see it. Personally, I'd still rather backup my data and roll with a cheaper, larger enterprise refurb than one of these, but some people aren't diligent or technically capable enough to backup regularly.

huaqiangbei

Sep 19, 2024 05:04 PM

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huaqiangbeiSep 19, 2024 05:04 PM

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Quote from jackharvest

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I'll be that guy, and just say... how the hell am I supposed to go back to deals like this after the 5-year warranty refurbs are 4x cheaper?

I suppose it depends on your needs. If refurbs are on the no-fly list for you, the next level would be some sort of 8-12TB to shuck out of an easystore or something for ~$130.

You don't. You're ruined 😋 I've been buying refurbs from eBay for years, and the 12TB 5 year warranty ones like hotcakes recently. Not going back unless the math on prices changes significantly.

That said, refurbs are not for everyone. With the luck I've had buying refurbs, they've been super solid and I would have been fine not having backups. But hindsight is 20/20, and using a single refurb drive for anything important is bad conventional advice.

Actually, using a single drive (new or refurb) for anything important is bad advice. So with proper backups I'd recommend refurbs.

On the flipside though, I've had more infant mortality in brand new drives than I've ever had from refurbs.

Crap. I don't know what I'm advocating for at this point.

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metalcoat

Sep 19, 2024 05:09 PM

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metalcoatSep 19, 2024 05:09 PM

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I buy the easy store and refurbs for my JBOD for NVR. I haven't had one fail yet (knock on wood). This is just too pricy for a 3TB.

BACKUP BACKUP BACKUP

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cervie

Sep 19, 2024 06:25 PM

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cervieSep 19, 2024 06:25 PM

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Quote from jackharvest

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I'll be that guy, and just say... how the hell am I supposed to go back to deals like this after the 5-year warranty refurbs are 4x cheaper?

I suppose it depends on your needs. If refurbs are on the no-fly list for you, the next level would be some sort of 8-12TB to shuck out of an easystore or something for ~$130.

where are you guys getting these types of deals? I just need storage for media files..

chris0511

Sep 19, 2024 11:12 PM

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chris0511Sep 19, 2024 11:12 PM

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Quote from double_denial

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This sounds like a decent deal for a 3TB drive with 256MB cache. A WD Red Plus with the same capacity, cache size and lower RPMs costs $75.

I have a laptop but I need some extra space, what enclosure would you recommend for this drive?

double_denial

Sep 19, 2024 11:20 PM

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double_denialSep 19, 2024 11:20 PM

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Quote from chris0511

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I have a laptop but I need some extra space, what enclosure would you recommend for this drive?

I don't have any specific model in mind, but any more-less known Amazon brand should get the job done. Just search for a 3.5" HDD enclosure.

slippydealer

Sep 24, 2024 02:55 AM

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slippydealerSep 24, 2024 02:55 AM

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Quote from strangetherapy

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where are you guys getting these types of deals? I just need storage for media files..

Enterprise refurbs are available via lots of sellers in lots of places. E.g., goHardDrive on eBay or Newegg, Server Parts Deals on eBay, etc. goHardDrive offers the 5 year warranty on at least some of their refurbs.

Prices vary, but I think it's pretty common to be able to find a 12TB refurb for about $75 or $80 at any given time, and prices are randomly discounted further for limited periods of time.

Last edited by slippydealer September 23, 2024 at 07:59 PM.

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TheGrandWazoo22

Sep 27, 2024 01:49 PM

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TheGrandWazoo22Sep 27, 2024 01:49 PM

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Quote from strangetherapy

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where are you guys getting these types of deals? I just need storage for media files..

https://www.ebay.com/itm/15604681...media=COPY

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Quote from strangetherapy

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where are you guys getting these types of deals? I just need storage for media files..

Here's the most recent thread on some cheap refurbished 12TB drives. There is some good info in the thread like if you need an adapter or not to use them and about testing them before using. I just picked up one myself and waiting for it to arrive.

https://slickdeals.net/f/17779656-12tb-hgst-ultrastar-dc-hc520-3-5-7200rpm-enterprise-hdd-refurbished-74-free-shipping

cervie

Sep 27, 2024 04:03 PM

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cervieSep 27, 2024 04:03 PM

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Quote from SlyderDeals

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Here's the most recent thread on some cheap refurbished 12TB drives. There is some good info in the thread like if you need an adapter or not to use them and about testing them before using. I just picked up one myself and waiting for it to arrive. https://slickdeals.net/f/17779656-12tb-hgst-ultrastar-dc-hc520-3-5-7200rpm-enterprise-hdd-refurbished-74-free-shipping

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