In Reply to: Your HELP Is Needed posted by thetubeguy1954 on August 17, 2020 at 12:31:25:
Not sure why the storage should be powered externally!?!?
And then - why looking for a HD ? It's 2020.
A 2TB (if that's really needed) SSD will IMO be the much better choice.
An SSD is extremely fast and responsive, lightweight, very low on power consumption and free of noise.
Keep in mind. You also need a backup disk or better two of them
(short/long term backup) btw.
The backup media could be made of hard disks if cost is an issue.
I'd still prefer at least the short term backup media to be an SSD.
When it comes to powering and cabling. I prefer USB-SATA cables to use internal storage devices as external storage.
Many of these USB-Sata adapters are also available with external power options on the SATA plug. Such a solution would give you maximum flexibility.
However.
If I were to start into Computer Audio today, I would go for a HQ streaming service. Many people underestimate the time and money that goes into building and managing your own collection.
Good luck on your journey.
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