I need huge external HDD for my HTPC-Vista, just simply to download and play HD movies, no need back up, mirror and raid those fancy/security features. But need USB3.0 connectivity for future upgrade ( running USB2.0 at this time).
I am considering to purchase Iomega px6-300d storcenter network storage with 18 TB capacity, by installing 6 units of Hitachi Deskstar 7200, 3TB each HDD.
As my main objective is to get the maximum capacity, I need help:
1. Will I get the maximum 18TB HD capacity from this Iomega?
2. Is this true, if I run it with JBOD mode, I will end up to get 6 individual HDD of 3TB each, instead of one whole unit of HDD?
3. What is the maximum possible TB capacity I will get and with what mode?
4. Is there any better option out there for my need? In term of price, technical advances and relibility of cause.
Any inputs and recommendations is much appreciated.
I am considering to purchase Iomega px6-300d storcenter network storage with 18 TB capacity, by installing 6 units of Hitachi Deskstar 7200, 3TB each HDD.
As my main objective is to get the maximum capacity, I need help:
1. Will I get the maximum 18TB HD capacity from this Iomega?
2. Is this true, if I run it with JBOD mode, I will end up to get 6 individual HDD of 3TB each, instead of one whole unit of HDD?
3. What is the maximum possible TB capacity I will get and with what mode?
4. Is there any better option out there for my need? In term of price, technical advances and relibility of cause.
Any inputs and recommendations is much appreciated.