How to choose the Data Disks - V-Squared/v2-How-to-DIY-Mini-PC GitHub Wiki
Table of Contents
Boot Disk
Which type of Disk we choose for Boot Disk?
We choose SSD for the Boot Disk, because it is simply more faster than the HD
Comparison Table
Boot Disk Comparison Table
| Boot Disk Feature | mSATA | SATA3 |
|---|---|---|
| Misc►Adapter | Need | No Need |
| Misc►Size | one-eighth the size of 2.5" | 2.5" |
List of Boot Disk
- SSD SATA3 120GB-$42-???
- SSD mSATA 120GB-$69-???
- SSD SATA3 250GB-$100-???
- SSD mSATA 256GB-$230-???
- SSD SATA3 500GB-$182-???
- SSD mSATA 480GB-$279-???
- SSD SATA3 1TB-$360-???
- SSD mSATA 1TB-$363-???
Choice Thinking
- SSD SATA3 120GB The cheapest one in NewEgg
- SSD mSATA 120GB The cheapest one in NewEgg
- SSD SATA3 250GB It is common and cheap in NewEgg, also the speed is fast
- SSD mSATA 256GB Only two choice in NewEgg, This one is more cheap and more fast
- SSD SATA3 500GB The most common one in NewEgg. Price is good and speed is fast
- SSD mSATA 480GB Only two choice in NewEgg. The price of this one is 25% cheaper and the speed is almost the same
- SSD SATA3 1TB The most common one in NewEgg. Price is good and speed is fast
- SSD mSATA 1TB Only one in NewEgg
Advice
Data Disk(RAID)
Comparison Table
Data Disk Comparison Table
| Data Disk Feature | Green | Red | Black |
|---|---|---|---|
| Perf►RPM | IntelliPower | IntelliPower | 7200 RPM |
| Misc►Features | Low power consumption and quiet | Small NAS System | Inspiring performance |
List of Data Disk
- HDD 2.5" 2TB Green-$119-???
- HDD 3.5" 4TB Green-$132-???
- HDD 3.5" 4TB Red-$149-???
- HDD 3.5" 4TB Black-$199-???