Technical reference
Synology Enterprise Series HAT5310-16T 16TB specifications
One Synology Enterprise Series 16TB HAT5310-16T internal SATA hard drive. NAS enclosure and other drives sold separately.
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Exact identity & capacity
Connection & sector format
Recording & NAS firmware
These rows distinguish recording method, vibration controls and vendor integration.
| Recording / drive design | CMR / Helium-sealed[1] |
|---|---|
| Persistent write cache | Supported at Enterprise-series scope[1] |
| DSM firmware update | One-click update in compatible Synology systems[1] |
| Validation statement | Up to 500,000 hours of Synology compatibility and stress testing[1] Family validation statement; not this unit's operating age. |
Rated performance
Workload & reliability ratings
Population and workload ratings do not predict one unit's life.
| MTBF | 2,500,000 hours[1] Population/design statistic, not individual-drive lifespan. |
|---|---|
| Workload rating | 550TB/year transferred[1] |
| Unrecoverable read error rating | Unknown; not stated in the current Synology data sheet[1] |
| Load/unload cycle rating | Unknown; not stated in the current Synology data sheet[1] |
Warranty & support
Confirm regional coverage and proof-of-purchase requirements.
| Limited warranty | 5 years[1] |
|---|
Power & spin-up planning
Size power and cooling for active work as well as idle.
| Supply voltage | 12V ±10%; 5V +10/−7%[1] |
|---|---|
| Idle power average | 4.16W[1] |
| Average operating power | 8.35W[1] |
| Startup current | Unknown; not stated in the current Synology data sheet[1] |
| Standby / sleep power | Unknown; not stated in the current Synology data sheet[1] |
Temperature, vibration & shock
Stay within the documented installation and handling limits.
| Operating temperature | 5 to 60°C[1] |
|---|---|
| Non-operating temperature | −40 to 70°C[1] |
| Operating / non-operating shock (2ms) | 686 / 2,450 m/s²[1] |
| Operating vibration | 5–300 Hz: 7.35 m/s²; 300–500 Hz: 2.45 m/s²[1] |
| Non-operating vibration | 5–500 Hz: 29.4 m/s²[1] |
| Operating / non-operating altitude | −304.8 to 3,048m / −304.8 to 12,192m[1] |
| Operating / non-operating humidity | 5–90% / 5–95% RH, non-condensing[1] |
Published acoustics
Drive ratings do not predict sound from an assembled NAS.
| Idle / seek acoustics | Unknown; not stated in the current Synology data sheet[1] |
|---|
Dimensions & mounting
Compliance
Regulatory statements apply to the documented revision.
| Certifications | CE, BSMI, RCM, KC, ICES, UKCA, TUV, UL, RoHS[1] |
|---|
Compatibility & revision boundaries
Verify the exact host and do not substitute a neighboring MPN.
| Host compatibility | Check the exact Synology NAS model and drive compatibility list before purchase[1] |
|---|
Exact product identity & open questions
- Manufacturer part number
- HAT5310-16T[1]
- Product
- One 16TB internal 3.5-inch SATA HDD from the Synology Enterprise Series family; enclosure and additional drives sold separately.[1]
- Revision rule
- Match the complete HAT5310-16T suffix on the listing and delivered label; another 16TB family member is not interchangeable evidence.[1]
- Long-term reliability: No controlled exact-MPN field failure-rate or service-life study is adopted. Workload, MTBF/MTTF and warranty ratings do not predict the life of the delivered unit.
- Host compatibility: The target NAS model, bay position, firmware and capacity ceiling were not specified. Family NAS positioning does not establish arbitrary host compatibility.
- Original exact-MPN testing and indexing: English and model-only searches plus 2026-09-10 candidates still found no independent HAT5310-16T lab. Manufacturer RAID 5 marketing used 12 × HAT5320-8T, not this SKU. Keep noindex pending a suitable exact test and independent editorial review.
- Unpublished exact-model specifications: The 24 April 2026 family data sheet still does not state unrecoverable read error, load/unload cycles, startup current, standby/sleep power, or idle/seek acoustics for the HAT5310-16T column.
- Current US offer coverage: Newegg listed the exact new HAT5310-16T for $1,036.03, sold by NothingButSavings, in the September 11 observation. CDW listed $1,109.99, with visible stock still unverified. B&H retains its August 30 observation. Recheck delivered cost and stock before buying.
Sources
Research updated Sep 11, 2026. Individual source check dates are listed below. Measurements belong to the named reviewers; tested configurations and software versions may differ from the product you buy.
- [1] Synology Enterprise Series HDD data sheet — April 2026 ↗
Checked Sep 11, 2026 · Technical Specifications pages 4–5, exact HAT5310-16T column and shared family notes.
- [2] B&H: HAT5310-16T historical US listing ↗
Checked Aug 30, 2026 · Catalog record dated 2026-08-30: exact MPN, new condition, seller status retailer, availability in-stock. Historical catalog reference price $949.99. Any usable 2026-09-10 main offer is recorded separately rather than overwriting this historical observation.
- [3] Adorama: HAT5310-16T historical US listing ↗
Checked Aug 31, 2026 · Catalog record dated 2026-08-31: exact MPN, new condition, seller status retailer, availability listed. No historical price adopted for this URL. Any usable 2026-09-10 main offer is recorded separately rather than overwriting this historical observation.
- [4] Amazon: HAT5310-16T historical US listing ↗
Checked Aug 31, 2026 · Catalog record dated 2026-08-31: exact MPN, new condition, seller status marketplace-unverified, availability listed. No historical price adopted for this URL. Any usable 2026-09-10 main offer is recorded separately rather than overwriting this historical observation.
- [5] Synology drive compatibility policies FAQ ↗
Checked Sep 11, 2026 · FAQ on 2025-and-later storage compatibility; host-specific list still required
- [6] Synology Enterprise Series 3.5-inch SATA HDD ↗
Checked Sep 11, 2026 · Series marketing, CMR/firmware claims, applied-model names in HTML
- [7] CDW — HAT5310-16T (price dated; visible stock unverified) ↗
Checked Sep 11, 2026 · HAT5310-16T $1,109.99; ui-inventory empty; hidden In Stock fields only
- [8] Newegg — HAT5310-16T sold by NothingButSavings ↗
Checked Sep 11, 2026 · Primary item price $1,036.03; sold-by NothingButSavings; new-condition and stock fields.
- [10] Newegg: HAT5310-16T historical US listing ↗
Checked Aug 31, 2026 · Catalog record dated 2026-08-31: exact MPN, new condition, seller status marketplace-unverified, availability listed. No historical price adopted for this URL. Any usable 2026-09-10 main offer is recorded separately rather than overwriting this historical observation.
- [11] Newegg: HAT5310-16T current US new listing ↗
Checked Sep 10, 2026 · Exact MPN in H1; selected main offer shows Add to cart, seller NothingButSavings, and a visible price of $1036.03.
Research and review record
- Research: Grok 4.6 · Source research and data update
- Self-check: Grok 4.6 · Researcher self-check
- Independent review: GPT-6 (Codex) · Exact identity and official specification/revision boundaries, original related-source applicability, dated merchant qualification and reader consistency; explicit missing evidence remains partial. Existing noindex decision preserved.
- Editorial integration: GPT-6 (Codex) · Editorial integration and validation
Independent review completed for the scope recorded in the audit.
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