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2 года назад

The video discusses the current market trends for used hard drives, RAM, and AMD EPYC processors. The speaker explains how the recent economic downturn has impacted the prices of these components, leading to significant discounts. They also discuss the differences between white label and green label hard drives and the importance of considering energy efficiency when choosing drives for Chia farming.

1 год назад

This video analyzes the annualized failure rate (AFR) of hard drives from Seagate, Western Digital, Toshiba, and HGST. Using data from Backblaze, the video compares the reliability of different models over time, highlighting trends in failure rates and how they change over the lifespan of the drives. The analysis focuses on drives with capacities of 10 terabytes and above, providing insights into the performance of these drives in real-world scenarios.

3 года назад

This video discusses the risks of buying used hard drives, SSDs, and NVMe drives. The speaker explains that used drives may have been damaged or have a limited lifespan, making data recovery expensive. They recommend saving up for a new drive, but suggest a Western Digital Blue 1TB HDD as a budget-friendly option.

2 года назад

The video explores the viability of purchasing used HGST hard drives for storage. The creator purchased four 6TB drives for under $40 each and discusses their age, history, and testing results. They share their experience with the drives and offer insights into their potential longevity and suitability for various storage needs.

1 год назад

This video explores the best hard drive options for NAS systems, comparing Seagate's IronWolf Pro and Exos drives. The presenter discusses the pros and cons of each drive, including their performance, reliability, and cost, and explains why they chose to move away from Western Digital drives.