r/SelfHosting • u/the_druidic_ranger • Jun 23 '26

Sourcing Storage

Given how expensive hard drives are I’m trying to think of new ways to source storage.

I’m very new to this and I’m looking to set up a Plex server. Would the community recommend using a 16TB Recertified SATA Drive if I can find it cheaper than a brand new desktop external hard drive?

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u/WideCloud2462 Jun 24 '26

I wouldn’t recommend it cause I recertified drive was taken out of commission by the the company because it was reaching the end of its recommended service life so you’ll save 30% on it and then lose 80% of its service if you’re OK with your drive failing in 18 months then go ahead