Asustor - FS68 SSD Heatlink

[Enquiries]

I am going to buy the newAsustor Flashstor 6 Gen 2 (FS6806X) and was going to use Seagate FireCuda 530R 4TB.

My questions are
- should I buy model ZP4000GM30063 (without Heatsink) and buy the" M.2 Heatsinks for Flashstor (FS67/FS68) and AS-T10G3"
OR
ZP4000GM3A073 (with heatsink)
- which is better route to go?
- will the ZP4000GM3A073 (with heatsink) fit, tried Asustor technical support, but they couldn't even give me the measurements that will fit!

My preference is to purchase ZP4000GM3A073 (with heatsink), but have concerns as it is not listed as a compatible SSD

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Thank you for reaching out with your questions about the Asustor Flashstor 6 Gen 2 (FS6806X) and the Seagate FireCuda 530R 4TB SSD.

Questions and Recommendations
Should I buy the ZP4000GM30063 (without Heatsink) and buy the "M.2 Heatsinks for Flashstor (FS67/FS68) and AS-T10G3" or the ZP4000GM3A073 (with heatsink)?

If you're set on using the ZP4000GM3A073 (with heatsink), that would be a more straightforward solution, as it eliminates the need to purchase a separate heatsink and ensures that the SSD is already equipped with thermal management. This can be especially helpful for preventing throttling during high-performance tasks.
The ZP4000GM30063 (without heatsink) option is viable, but you would need to ensure that the additional heatsink (AS-T10G3) you buy is compatible with the Flashstor 6's design. Some users have reported mixed results with third-party heatsinks, so it might be safer to choose the SSD with the built-in heatsink to avoid compatibility issues.
Which is the better route to go?

Given that you prefer the ZP4000GM3A073 (with heatsink), and considering the risk of compatibility concerns with adding a separate heatsink, I recommend opting for the SSD with the heatsink already installed. This will save you time and avoid any potential compatibility issues with the heatsink and the Asustor enclosure.
Will the ZP4000GM3A073 (with heatsink) fit?

Unfortunately, as you've experienced, Asustor technical support was not able to provide precise measurements for compatibility. However, based on the SSD form factor and typical M.2 slots, the ZP4000GM3A073 with heatsink should physically fit as long as the heatsink does not extend beyond the standard M.2 dimensions. It’s important to check if the heatsink’s height aligns with the available clearance in the FS6806X, but generally, this model is designed to fit M.2 2280 drives.
If you want to ensure complete compatibility, I would recommend reviewing user forums or communities where people share their experiences with the same model SSD in the Asustor Flashstor 6 to confirm that this combination works as expected.