+- ASK NC (https://ask.nascompares.com)
+-- Forum: Q&A (https://ask.nascompares.com/forumdisplay.php?fid=1)
+--- Forum: Before you buy Q&A (https://ask.nascompares.com/forumdisplay.php?fid=2)
+--- Thread: 920+ m.2 storage pool (/showthread.php?tid=11257)
920+ m.2 storage pool - Enquiries - 10-04-2024
Hello, curious if you guys have ever attempted to utilize the m.2 as a storage pool on a Synology 920 plus via this GitHub post.
https://github.com/007revad/Synology_M2_volume
RE: 920+ m.2 storage pool - ed - 10-07-2024
Yes, this method does work! You can definitely repurpose the M.2 slots on your DS920+ as a storage pool using the script from that GitHub post. However, there are a few things you need to be aware of:
DSM Updates: Every time Synology rolls out a new DSM update, you will likely need to rerun the script. The system resets the M.2 slots back to their default caching-only configuration with each update.
Potential Data Loss: Since the script has to be reapplied after updates, there’s a chance you could lose data if the volume isn’t handled properly during the process. So make sure you keep frequent backups if you decide to go down this path.
It’s definitely doable, just requir
RE: 920+ m.2 storage pool - ed - 10-07-2024
Yes, this method does work! You can definitely repurpose the M.2 slots on your DS920+ as a storage pool using the script from that GitHub post. However, there are a few things you need to be aware of:
DSM Updates: Every time Synology rolls out a new DSM update, you will likely need to rerun the script. The system resets the M.2 slots back to their default caching-only configuration with each update.
Potential Data Loss: Since the script has to be reapplied after updates, there’s a chance you could lose data if the volume isn’t handled properly during the process. So make sure you keep frequent backups if you decide to go down this path.
It’s definitely doable, just requires some maintenance and awareness of the risks involved.
RE: 920+ m.2 storage pool - Westicia - 10-18-2024
I’ve heard it can boost performance. Just double-check your M.2 compatibility and back up your data first.