How to change RAID type on Synology NAS
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If you`re planning to add more drives to your Synology NAS or simply wish to change the RAID configuration, it`s an easy process that takes but a few moments in DiskStation Manager. While there are a few restrictions on changing RAID levels, it`s possible to move from RAID 1 to RAID 6, SHR-1 to SHR-2, and more. How to change RAID on Synology NAS Before we begin changing the RAID level, it`s worth noting a few important considerations and restrictions. It`s easier to increase the level of RAID (for instance, move from RAID 1 to RAID 2). It`s vital the storage pool status is `Healthy` and (if adding drives) that they are larger or equal to the smallest drive in the pool. You can change the RAID type on a Synology NAS, but this is limited to just a few levels. Current RAID New RAID New HDDs required Basic RAID 1 1 Basic RAID 5 2 RAID 1 RAID 5 1 RAID 5 RAID 6 1 SHR-1 SHR-2 1-2 (depends on SHR drive config) Making the switch is pr...