Synology HAT5310-16T 16TB Enterprise SATA HDD
The Synology HAT5310-16T is a purpose-built 16TB enterprise hard drive engineered for demanding 24/7 NAS and storage environments. Designed specifically for Synology storage systems, this drive delivers up to 281 MB/s sustained transfer speeds, a 7200 RPM rotational speed, and a generous 512MB cache to ensure smooth, reliable performance for multi-user workloads. With 2.5 million hours MTBF and a 550TB yearly workload rating, the HAT5310-16T offers the reliability Australian businesses and power users need for data-intensive applications including file servers, backup solutions, surveillance systems, and media storage.
Why Choose the Synology HAT5310-16T?
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Massive 16TB capacity: Store vast amounts of data for business servers, home labs, and media archives
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Enterprise-grade reliability: 2.5 million hours MTBF and 550TB/year workload rating for 24/7 operation
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Optimised for Synology NAS: Up to 23% faster sequential read performance in Synology systems vs standard drives
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Fast sustained transfer speeds: Up to 281 MB/s for efficient data access and high-volume file transfers
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Automatic firmware updates: Seamlessly integrated with DSM for simplified maintenance and reduced downtime
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5-year limited warranty: Peace of mind with Synology's comprehensive support and replacement service
Built for Demanding Workloads
The HAT5310-16T belongs to Synology's HAT5300 enterprise series, validated through over 500,000 hours of in-house stress testing with Synology devices. This helium-sealed drive is engineered to handle continuous, high-volume workloads in multi-bay NAS systems, IP-SAN environments, and data centres. Whether you're managing client-server workloads, running surveillance recording, or building a home media server, the HAT5310-16T delivers consistent, dependable performance.
Seamless Integration with Synology Ecosystem
Unlike generic third-party drives, the HAT5310-16T features tight integration with DSM (DiskStation Manager) and Synology hardware. This means automatic firmware updates delivered through your DSM update cycle, drastically reducing the time IT teams spend on drive maintenance. Synology's proprietary optimisations ensure this drive achieves up to 23% higher sequential read performance in real-world multi-user scenarios compared to standard enterprise drives.
Perfect For
- Synology NAS systems requiring high-capacity, enterprise-grade storage
- Small to medium business file servers and backup appliances
- Surveillance NVR systems with continuous video recording
- Media production and post-production storage workflows
- Home labs and enthusiast NAS builds demanding reliability
- Data archiving and long-term retention solutions
What's in the Box
- 1 × Synology HAT5310-16T 16TB 3.5" SATA Enterprise HDD
Full Specifications
General
| Model |
HAT5310-16T |
| Capacity |
16 TB |
| Form Factor |
3.5" |
| Interface |
SATA 6 Gb/s (SATA III) |
| Sector Size |
512e |
| Drive Design |
Helium-sealed |
Performance
| Rotational Speed |
7,200 RPM |
| Cache |
512 MB |
| Maximum Sustained Transfer Speed |
Up to 281 MB/s |
Reliability
| Mean Time to Failure (MTTF) |
2.5 Million Hours |
| Workload Rating |
550 TB/year |
| Operating Environment |
24/7 enterprise workloads |
Physical
Warranty & Support
| Warranty Period |
5-year limited warranty |
| Validation Testing |
Over 500,000 hours with Synology devices |
Specifications are sourced from the manufacturer product page and may be updated. MTBF is a statistical value and not a guarantee or estimate of product life. Actual performance may vary depending on workload and system configuration.
