After much speculation and numerous hints, we finally have concrete news about the Chinese brand's first network storage server. The device, officially named Xiaomi Smart Storage , is poised to make a splash and offer a genuine alternative to those tired of paying monthly fees for third-party cloud storage services.
The anticipation is palpable, and rightly so, as the device is about to launch its crowdfunding campaign. Although the company has maintained a degree of secrecy, the official app itself has finally spilled the beans, revealing key technical details that allow us to know exactly what we're dealing with before it hits the market.
Storage capacity and disk compatibility
The heart of this system is a two-bay design concealed beneath a magnetically secured cover, giving it a clean and modern look. Its most powerful feature is its ability to accommodate both traditional 3,5-inch and 2,5-inch hard drives (HDDs) and 2,5-inch SATA solid-state drives (SSDs).
When it comes to storage space, the Xiaomi Smart Storage doesn't disappoint, supporting two drives of up to 30 TB each, for a total capacity of 60 TB . To avoid any issues during installation, Xiaomi has published a list of approved drives that have passed its stress tests, highlighting specific product lines from well-known brands such as Western Digital (Red, Purple, and Enterprise) , Seagate (IronWolf and Exos), and Toshiba.
Data management and intelligent software
Regarding memory management, the system is not simply a file repository, but offers three distinct working schemes: the use of a single disk , a dynamic backup option, and the configuration of double backup using RAID.
One feature that's very practical for the average user is system automation. If you decide to expand your storage capacity by adding a second drive later, the NAS will automatically migrate the configuration . This means you won't have to struggle with manually copying data, greatly simplifying the home user experience.
Connectivity and hardware design
The physical design is quite functional. On the front, we find the LED indicators and vents to prevent overheating, while the cooling fan is located on the back. Xiaomi has been generous with the connectivity options, integrating a 2,5G Ethernet port for fast data transfers and a USB 3.0 port.
One detail that makes a difference is the inclusion of an HDMI port , allowing the server to be connected directly to a television to function as a home media center, similar to optimizing the quality of a USB-C to HDMI cable for the best image. Furthermore, it is speculated that the device's processor will be a Realtek RTD1619B , although this has not yet been officially confirmed by the company.
Launch, pricing and ecosystem
The integration with the brand's ecosystem is seamless, as the device is optimized to work hand in hand with Xiaomi phones and the new HyperOS interface , achieving smooth synchronization between devices. Interest is so high that pre-orders on Xiaomi Mall and Youpin have already exceeded 140.000 interested users.
For the Asian market, versions with pre-installed hard drives have been announced. Prices vary depending on capacity, starting at 2.299 yuan for the 4 TB version and going up to 4.699 yuan for those needing 16 TB of immediate storage.