You can just switch the drive between the 2 modes in just a few seconds with a command.
msg7086
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At this point I'd probably just go to https://www.reddit.com/r/buildapcsales/comments/17xmwu7/hdd_best_buy_wd_easystore_18tb_external_usb_30/ .
Otherwise, refurbished Exos 16/18TB if you are not a fan of shucking or WD.
Bare minimum you should look at upgrading to E5 v2. Better go v4.
That makes sense, but is your homelab question solved? XD