I need to replace my aging disk array. It is currently i5-2500K, 32GB (non-ECC) RAM, 2 mirror ZFS vdevs HGST 3TB 7200 RPM drives. Since the array is on continuously and sees light usage most of the time, I'd like to put more effort into reducing the power usage.
One of the areas I am considering is switching from 7200 RPM drives to 5400 RPM drives, something like WD Red Plus. What have people's experience been with 5400 RPM drives in ZFS arrays?
One of the areas I am considering is switching from 7200 RPM drives to 5400 RPM drives, something like WD Red Plus. What have people's experience been with 5400 RPM drives in ZFS arrays?