Best selling Hard drives from WD
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1. WD Red Pro
WD Red Pro hard drives are designed for high-intensity workloads in commercial and enterprise NAS environments with continuous operation and multiple users. WD Red Pro drives deliver the performance, scalability, and reliability that businesses need to store, share, and collaborate on large amounts of data in RAID-optimized, multi-bay NAS systems.
What our customers think
Pro
- Very quiet
- runs relatively smoothly
- Fast & reliable
Contra
- Very expensive
- Volume is relative if you have 7 or more discs running in parallel.
- Loud creaking (noises)
2. WD Red Plus
High-performance hard drives designed for performance, reliability, and energy efficiency in small to medium NAS environments.
WD Red Plus hard drives are ideal for power user workloads and NAS environments in small to medium businesses. They provide the necessary speed and capacity to efficiently store, protect, and share growing amounts of data in mid-sized RAID-optimized NAS systems.
Optimized for NAS with NASware
The exclusive Western Digital NASware technology optimizes the hard drive parameters for NAS system workloads to enhance performance and reliability.
Designed for continuous operation
Your NAS system runs around the clock. Therefore, highly reliable storage is essential. WD Red Plus hard drives are designed for continuous operation, giving users the confidence that they can reliably access their data.
Tested for reliable compatibility
Western Digital collaborates with many different NAS system manufacturers to conduct extensive testing and ensure compatibility with most NAS enclosures.
Optimized for lower total cost of ownership
WD Red Plus hard drives consume less power than previous models and run cooler, reducing operating costs and minimizing heat in hard-to-cool NAS enclosures.
Lower power consumption, strong performance
Despite consuming less power, the hard drives have a tremendous bandwidth to meet the mixed performance demands of multi-drive NAS systems.
Balanced for increased reliability
Hard drives without proper mass balancing can cause excessive vibrations and noise in multi-drive systems, which can reduce the lifespan of the drives and lead to performance degradation over time.
What our customers think
Pro
- Relatively quiet
- Robust and reliable in continuous operation for years
- Compatible with NAS Synology DS423+
Contra
- the write head is just infinitely loud
- One defect after another
- No screws included
3. WD Purple
The WD Purple 4TB SATA HDD is an internal hard drive specifically designed for surveillance applications. With a storage capacity of 4 terabytes, it provides ample space for storing video data and other important information. The hard drive utilizes the SATA interface, which allows for fast data transfer, and is equipped with a 128 MB cache that enhances performance during data processing. This HDD is optimized for continuous operation and is ideal for use in surveillance systems where reliability and continuous access to data are crucial. The WD Purple series is known for its durability and efficiency, making it a preferred choice for security applications.
- Optimized for surveillance applications
- 4TB storage capacity for extensive data storage
- SATA interface for fast data transfer
- 128 MB cache to improve data processing.
4. WD Purple Pro
WD Purple Pro hard drives are designed for innovative, AI-enabled recorders, video analytics servers and deep learning solutions that require additional capacity, performance and resilience. Designed with advanced functions needed for high-end intelligent video solutions
High performance, reliability and resilience for innovative AI-enabled recorders, video analytics appliances, deep learning servers and cloud-based storage, including RAID and JBOD configurations.
Designed for a new generation of high-end AI-enabled recorders, video analytics appliances, deep learning servers and cloud solutions, WD Purple Pro hard drives offer high-performance, high-capacity storage solutions with increased resilience. WD Purple Pro hard drives are equipped with AllFrame AI technology, which articles to reduce frame loss and optimise video playback. It enables the recording of multiple streams per camera and supports up to 32 AI streams per drive for deep learning analysis within the system. WD Purple Pro drives are characterised by enterprise-class performance, data integrity and reliability - especially in larger systems and enclosures with operational vibration.
5. WD Blue
The Western Digital Blue 12TB SATA 6Gb/s HDD is a powerful and reliable hard drive specifically designed for desktop applications. With a storage capacity of 12 terabytes, it provides ample space for extensive data, whether for personal files, multimedia content, or business applications. The hard drive operates at a maximum speed of 7200 RPM, enabling fast data processing and efficient access to stored information. The 512 MB cache enhances performance by temporarily storing frequently accessed data, thereby reducing access times. The SATA interface, with a transfer rate of up to 6 Gb/s, ensures swift data transfer, making it an ideal choice for users with high demands for their storage solutions. This HDD is suitable not only for use in desktop computers but also for NAS systems and other applications that require high storage capacity.
- Maximum speed of 7200 RPM for fast data processing
- 512 MB cache to improve access times
- SATA interface with a transfer rate of up to 6 Gb/s
- Suitable for a variety of desktop applications and NAS systems.
6. WD Gold
Your data is worth its weight in gold
With the complete portfolio of WD Gold™ HDDs ranging from 1 TB to 26 TB (OptiNAND™ technology with 20 TB, 22 TB, 24 TB, and 26 TB), you can create the perfect storage mix for your business. These extremely reliable solutions for demanding storage environments offer up to 2.5 million hours MTBF, vibration protection, and low power consumption thanks to HelioSeal technology (models starting from 12 TB). WD Gold SATA HDDs are enterprise-class drives specifically designed for storage systems and data centers, providing the outstanding performance you expect from Western Digital hard drives.
More flexibility, more freedom
WD Gold™ allows you to configure your storage environment freely with a complete portfolio of SATA HDDs from 1 TB to 26 TB, designed for demanding application workloads of up to 550 TB per year.
Reliability without compromise
With up to 2.5 million hours MTBF, WD Gold™ drives offer the highest reliability and durability.
Vibration protection
WD Gold™ drives feature state-of-the-art technologies for hard drive monitoring and real-time correction of linear and rotational vibrations, ensuring optimal performance even in high-vibration environments.
Seamless integration
WD Gold™ HDDs are designed for use in enterprise storage systems and data centers and are compatible with common enterprise operating systems.
Scalability for your business
OptiNAND™ technology enables WD Gold™ drives with capacities of up to 26 TB.
Protection of your data
The innovative ArmorCache™ feature (available only for 22 TB - 26 TB) allows businesses to safeguard data during power outages in WCE mode (Write-Cache Enabled), while in WCD mode (Write-Cache Disabled) optimal...
What our customers think
Pro
- High reliability
- No failures
Contra
- not quite cheap
- Loud access noises, no AAM
- Will be a little warmer than the competition
7. WD Ultrastar DC HC590 SE
The WD Ultrastar DC HC590 is a powerful internal hard drive specifically designed for use in data centers. With an impressive storage capacity of 26 terabytes, it provides ample space for extensive data and demanding applications. The hard drive utilizes the SATA III interface with a data transfer rate of up to 6 Gb/s, enabling efficient data processing. With a spindle speed of 7200 RPM, the DC HC590 ensures fast access times and high performance required for business-critical applications. The hard drive is equipped with a 512 MB cache that further optimizes data processing. Additionally, the Ultrastar DC HC590 features advanced technologies such as HelioSeal and ArmorCache, which enhance the reliability and longevity of the drive. This hard drive is ideal for companies that need a robust and high-performance storage solution.
- Designed for use in data centers with 24/7 availability
- Supports hardware encryption for enhanced data security
- Utilizes Energy-Assisted Magnetic Recording (EAMR) for improved storage density
- Integrated Rotational Vibration Safeguard (RVS) technology for stability
- Compatible with Advanced Format 512e and 4Kn for flexible data management.
8. WD Ultrastar DC HC555
The WD Ultrastar DC HC555 offers an impressive storage capacity of 20 TB, making it an ideal choice for data centers and enterprise applications. With a spindle speed of 7200 RPM and an average latency of 4.16 ms, this hard drive ensures efficient data access and quick response times to handle demanding workloads. It is designed for continuous operation around the clock and features Dynamic Fly Height technology and RV sensors (Rotational Vibration) to enhance performance and reliability in various operating environments. The WD Ultrastar DC HC555 is built for use in challenging conditions, operating within a temperature range of 5°C to 60°C and can be used at storage temperatures of up to -40°C. Its energy-efficient design contributes to lower power consumption, using only 5.3 watts in idle mode. This drive has a mean time between failures (MTBF) of 2,500,000 hours and a robust, non-recoverable error rate of 1 in 10^15, making it suitable for critical data applications.
9. WD Ultrastar DC HC555 3.5inch 26.1 12TB 512 7200RPM SAS ULTRA 512E SE P3 DC
The WD Ultrastar DC HC555 is designed for data centers, offering robust performance and reliability with a storage capacity of 12 TB. With a spindle speed of 7200 RPM and an average latency of 4.16 ms, this internal hard drive is engineered for high data transfer rates of up to 1.2 GB/s, enhancing overall system efficiency. The advanced formatting, including 512e and Conventional Magnetic Recording (CMR), ensures compatibility and performance for various applications. The drive is built to withstand demanding environmental conditions, operating within a temperature range of 5°C to 60°C and can be stored at temperatures from -40°C to 70°C. Features like Rotational Vibration Safeguard (RVS) and Two-Dimensional Magnetic Recording (TDMR) minimize the risk of data loss and enable reliable performance in multi-drive configurations. The WD Ultrastar DC HC555 is an excellent choice for businesses seeking dependable storage solutions in challenging environments.
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CHF556.– CHF46.33/1TB
WD Ultrastar DC HC555 3.5inch 26.1 12TB 512 7200RPM SAS ULTRA 512E SE P3 DC
12 TB, 3.5"
10. WD Black
Enhance your gaming experience with WD_BLACK gaming hard drives. Say goodbye to storage space limitations and hello to seamless gaming sessions. With WD_BLACK, you can effortlessly download the latest AAA titles and maintain your extensive library of classics and favourites without compromise. Expand your gaming horizons, store more and immerse yourself in endless adventures with WD_BLACK gaming hard drives.
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