Synology HAT5300 HAT5310-8T 8TB Internal 3.5" SATA Hard Drive

The Synology HAT5300 HAT5310-8T is purpose-built for high-capacity, high-performance storage in demanding NAS environments. Engineered to pair seamlessly with Synology storage solutions, this internal 3.5" SATA hard drive delivers dependable capacity and steady throughput for professional workloads, multimedia libraries, backups, and virtualized environments. Whether you are expanding a home media server, strengthening a small business NAS, or building a resilient on-premises storage array, the HAT5300/HAT5310-8T is designed to meet the reliability and efficiency requirements that modern data ecosystems demand.

• High-capacity 8 TB drive optimized for Synology NAS and storage arrays, enabling large datasets, backups, and archival storage with room to grow.
• Designed for high-performance workloads and 24x7 operation, delivering steady transfer rates and reliable sustained performance under load.
• Specifically optimized for Synology storage solutions to minimize rebuild times, reduce latency, and maximize uptime in RAID configurations.
• Enterprise-grade reliability features, including advanced error recovery controls (TLER) and robust ECC support, to sustain RAID integrity and reduce recovery time after failures.
• Standard 3.5-inch form factor with SATA 6Gb/s (SATA/600) interface, offering efficient power management and compatibility with a wide range of Synology systems and NAS chassis.

Technical Details of Synology HAT5300 HAT5310-8T 8TB Hard Drive

• Capacity: 8 TB
• Form factor: 3.5 inches
• Interface: SATA 6Gb/s (SATA/600)
• Drive type: Internal HDD designed for NAS and Synology storage solutions
• Endurance and reliability: Built for 24x7 NAS workloads with enterprise-grade reliability features
• ROBO/SMB suitability: Suitable for small business NAS deployments, backup targets, and large media libraries
• Data protection features: Includes error recovery controls to help maintain RAID resilience and prevent unnecessary rebuild issues
• Compatibility: Optimized for Synology ecosystem and compatible with a wide range of Synology storage solutions and NAS chassis

How to Install Synology HAT5300 HAT5310-8T 8TB Hard Drive

• Power down your NAS and unplug the power cord before handling drives to prevent static discharge and data loss.
• Open the NAS drive bay or remove the existing drive tray following the manufacturer’s instructions. Prepare a clean, static-free workspace.
• Remove the existing drive (if upgrading) or insert the empty drive tray. Align the HAT5300/HAT5310-8T with the tray connectors and slide it firmly into the drive bay until it seats securely.
• Reconnect any cables or drives to their original positions, then reseat the drive tray into the NAS chassis. Close the bay cover if applicable.
• Power on the NAS and access the DiskStation Manager (DSM) interface to initialize the new drive. Follow the on-screen prompts to configure storage pools, volumes, and any redundancy (RAID) settings appropriate for your deployment.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: Is this drive specifically optimized for Synology NAS?
• A: Yes. The HAT5300/HAT5310-8T is engineered to work seamlessly with Synology storage solutions, delivering reliable performance and streamlined integration for NAS deployments.
• Q: What kind of workloads is this drive best suited for?
• A: It is designed for high-capacity data storage and demanding workloads typical of NAS systems, backups, media libraries, virtualization targets, and RAID-protected arrays that require consistent throughput and long-term reliability.
• Q: What interface does the drive use?
• A: The drive uses a standard SATA 6Gb/s (SATA/600) interface, compatible with 3.5-inch internal bays commonly found in Synology NAS devices and other compatible systems.
• Q: Can I use this drive in non-Synology NAS or desktop systems?
• A: While the drive is optimized for Synology solutions, it is a 3.5-inch internal SATA HDD that may work in other compatible NAS or desktop systems that support SATA drives. Always verify compatibility with your model and firmware before use.