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Raid Capacity Calculator

raid capacity calculator. Get instant, accurate results. Enter values for instant results with step-by-step formulas.

Reviewed by Daniel Agrici, Founder & Lead Developer

Reviewed by Daniel Agrici, Founder & Lead Developer

Formula

RAID 0: Nร—size | RAID 1: size | RAID 5: (N-1)ร—size | RAID 6: (N-2)ร—size | RAID 10: N/2ร—size

Calculate usable storage capacity for different RAID levels.

Worked Examples

Example 1: 4ร—2TB RAID 5

Problem:4 disks, 2 TB each, RAID 5

Solution:(4-1)ร—2 = 6 TB usable, 75% efficient

Result:6 TB usable

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