Is it just me or are SSDs *really* expensive nowadays?
Looking to purchase 1-2 new 2.5" SSDs to expand the Fediverse.Games storage pool, and where it was previously $300-$350 (AUD) for a decent quality SSD, its now closer to at least $400.
Parallel to that, any tips for picking up decent (non-QLC, ideally including DRAM) 2.5" SSDs for a decent price?
Prefer 4TB models, but would do 1.92 or 2TB in need.
I'm in Australia but happy to buy genuine models from overseas. Also happy to purchase used as long as there's a decent amount of life left in them.
Also taking hardware donations (I ain't too proud to beg 🤣)
Please boost widely, and if there's any useful hashtags for this post please let me know.
#SSD #Hardware #Recommendations #FediAdmin #FediHelp #SelfHosting #HomeLab
Bob Dendry
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