concern about 20tb noise level

[Enquiries]

I'm planning to buy the Exos 20TB but I'm very afraid from the noise that I read about online. Is it really that loud? Are there are any 3.5" enclosures that reduces the sound emission?
I'm planning to use a single drive, I'm open to max of two.
SSDs are very expensive for me.
What's your advise? Thanks!

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The Exos 20TB drives are indeed louder than typical consumer drives, which is something to consider, especially if you’re planning to use it in a quiet space. However, if the drive isn’t located in your bedroom, the noise shouldn’t be too much of an issue.

For reducing the noise further, you can use padding or a sound-dampening enclosure. This can help muffle the operational sounds, making it more manageable even in a living room setting.

If you’re concerned about noise but still want the high capacity, the Exos drive is still a solid choice as long as it's not placed in a bedroom where absolute silence is needed. Just a bit of soundproofing can make a big difference.