What SSD fits in TerraMaster for caching?
Seagate | IronWolf 525 2280 NVMe SSD) | ZP2000NM30002 | 2 TB | F2-223,F2-423,F4-423,F4-223,T6-423,T9-423,T12-423,U4-423,U8-423,U12-423 |
Western Digital | Red SN700 2280 NVMe SSD | WD5500G1R0C | 500 GB | F2-223,F2-423,F4-423,F4-223,T6-423,T9-423,T12-423,U4-423,U8-423,U12-423 |
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I’m wondering if there’s any advantage in adding an NVMe cache if you’re not using the 2.5GB/s network connection.
Adding an NVMe cache to a NAS can offer several benefits, regardless of the network connection speed.
Firstly, an NVMe cache can help to improve overall system performance by accelerating frequently accessed data. This is because an NVMe cache can provide faster read and write speeds than traditional hard drives or even SATA SSDs. This means that data that is frequently accessed can be retrieved more quickly, leading to faster system performance.
Secondly, an NVMe cache can help to reduce latency when accessing data. This is because the cache is located closer to the CPU and memory than traditional hard drives, which can result in faster data access times.
Finally, an NVMe cache can help to prolong the lifespan of traditional hard drives by reducing the number of times that they need to be accessed. This is because frequently accessed data will be stored on the cache instead of the hard drives, reducing wear and tear on the drives.
Therefore, even if you’re not using a 2.5Gb/s network connection, adding an NVMe cache can still offer benefits such as improved system performance, reduced latency, and prolonged lifespan of hard drives. However, it’s worth noting that the specific benefits will depend on the workload and usage patterns of your NAS.
Thanks for that, Eddie. I’ve also seen suggestions, since I first posted here, that these Terramaster NVMes can also be used as a storage pool. Do you know if that’s the case?
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Chris
Yes, you can use them for storage too. Similar to Qnap, the first RAID/Volume you create will be used for system and apps.