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Advanced RAID Calculator

Analyze usable capacity, performance gains, Hot Spare impact, and fault tolerance for your server disk configuration (RAID) in detail.

Configuration

A "Standby Drive" that automatically kicks in case of disk failure. Does not contribute to performance or capacity, used only for safety.

Min. Disk: 2

RAID Information

Please select a RAID type.

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What is the Difference Between RAID 50 and RAID 60?

RAID 50 is ideal for those who want both performance (RAID 0) and safety (RAID 5) but do not want to lose as much capacity as RAID 10. RAID 60 provides extremely high data security with its double parity feature, but its write performance is lower than RAID 50.

What is a Hot Spare?

A Hot Spare is an active backup disk "waiting" in the system. When a disk in the RAID group fails, the Hot Spare automatically activates and the "Rebuild" process begins. This allows the system to repair itself without waiting for manual intervention.

RAID 50 Performance

RAID 50 is the combination of RAID 5 groups with RAID 0 (Striping). This architecture offers much higher write speeds and faster Rebuild times compared to standard RAID 5. It is a popular choice for databases and virtualization.

RAID Frequently Asked Questions

Which RAID level is the safest?
The highest security is provided by RAID 6 and RAID 60 (Double Parity). These structures can tolerate the simultaneous failure of 2 disks. However, RAID 10 or RAID 50 is generally preferred for a balance of performance and security.
Does Hot Spare affect performance?
No, the Hot Spare disk is passive (idle) during normal operation. It only activates in case of a failure. Therefore, it is not included in the performance calculation.