Noise is a critical factor for media creators and home office users. The MIDV550 Top utilizes fluid dynamic bearings (FDB) with a third-generation noise dampener.
By comparison, the base MIDV550 registers 24 dBA idle and 32 dBA seek. The "Top" model’s lower decibel rating comes from tighter mechanical tolerances during manufacturing. midv550 top
No product is perfect. Be aware of the following limitations of the MIDV550 Top: Noise is a critical factor for media creators
Higher random IOPS is critical for databases and virtual machine hosting. The "Top" model reduces stuttering in multi-user NAS environments. By comparison, the base MIDV550 registers 24 dBA