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WD Ultrastar DC HC555 - hard drive - Data Centre - 16 TB - SAS 12Gb/s
Hard drive
Data Centre
16 TB
internal
3.5"
SAS 12Gb/s
7200 rpm
buffer: 512 MB
Weight: 0.62 KG
- 16 TB capacity for large-scale applications
- 7200 rpm spindle speed for fast data access
- Engineered for 24x7 continuous operation
- Dynamic fly height technology ensures data integrity
- Low sound emission of 32 dBA
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Overview
The WD Ultrastar DC HC555 is designed for data centers requiring robust performance and reliability. With a capacity of 16 TB, it provides ample storage for large-scale applications. The 7200 rpm spindle speed combined with a data transfer rate of 1.2 GBps allows for fast data access and efficient operations. Built to withstand the rigors of continuous 24x7 operation, this hard drive ensures optimal performance even under demanding workloads. Its advanced features such as Dynamic fly height technology and Rotational Vibration sensor enhance data integrity and drive longevity, making it an ideal choice for enterprise environments. Operating efficiently in a temperature range from 5°C to 60°C, the WD Ultrastar DC HC555 is equipped to handle the diverse conditions present in data centers. The drive's MTBF of 2,500,000 hours and low sound emission of 32 dBA further underscore its reliability and quiet operation. With advanced formats like 512e and 4Kn, this internal hard drive accommodates various data management needs, making it a versatile solution for high-capacity storage requirements.
Main Specifications
- Product Description
- WD Ultrastar DC HC555 - hard drive - Data Centre - 16 TB - SAS 12Gb/s
- Type
- Hard drive - internal
- Capacity
- 16 TB
- Form Factor
- 3.5"
- Interface
- SAS 12Gb/s
- Data Transfer Rate
- 1.2 GBps
- Buffer Size
- 512 MB
- Spindle Speed
- 7200 rpm
- Drive Class
- Data Centre
- Features
- Advanced format 512e, advanced format 4Kn, 24x7 continuous operation, Triple State Actuator (TSA), Dynamic fly height technology, HelioSeal, Rotational Vibration (RV) sensor, Conventional magnetic recording (CMR), Energy-assisted PMR (ePMR)
- Dimensions (WxDxH)
- 101.6 mm x 147 mm x 26.1 mm
- Weight
- 690 g
- Manufacturer Warranty
- 5-year warranty
Associated Documents
Product Features
Robust performance
With a data transfer rate of 1. 2 GBps and an average latency of 4. 16 ms, this drive handles demanding workloads efficiently.
Reliable design
The WD Ultrastar DC HC555 boasts an MTBF of 2,500,000 hours, assuring long-term reliability for data center applications.
Flexible operating range
Operating efficiently at temperatures from 5°C to 60°C, this hard drive supports a wide variety of environmental conditions.
Advanced technology
Features like HelioSeal, Triple State Actuator, and Rotational Vibration sensor enhance both performance and durability.
High storage efficiency
The combination of 16 TB capacity and advanced formatting options provides data management capabilities.
Specifications
General
- Buffer Size
- 512 MB
- Form Factor
- 3.5"
- Weight
- 690 g
- Width
- 101.6 mm
- Depth
- 147 mm
- Height
- 26.1 mm
- Capacity
- 16 TB
- Device Type
- Hard drive - internal
- Interface
- SAS 12Gb/s
- Features
- Advanced format 512e, advanced format 4Kn, 24x7 continuous operation, Triple State Actuator (TSA), Dynamic fly height technology, HelioSeal, Rotational Vibration (RV) sensor, Conventional magnetic recording (CMR), Energy-assisted PMR (ePMR)
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support
- Limited warranty - 5 years
Miscellaneous
- Compliant Standards
- BSMI, ICES-003, NMB-003, FCC, KC, Maghreb, RCM, UKCA, VCCI, CB Scheme, TUV, UL, Directive 2015/863, EU Directive 2011/65/EU
Power
- Power Consumption
- 9.2 watt (typical), 5.7 watt (idle)
Environmental Parameters
- Max Operating Temperature
- 60 °C
- Min Operating Temperature
- 5 °C
- Max Storage Temperature
- 70 °C
- Min Storage Temperature
- -40 °C
- Sound Emission
- 32 dBA
- Shock Tolerance (operating)
- 50 g @ 2 ms half-sine wave
- Shock Tolerance (non-operating)
- 250 g @ half-sine wave
- Vibration Tolerance (operating)
- 0.67 g @ 5-500 Hz
- Vibration Tolerance (non-operating)
- 1.04 g @ 2-200 Hz
Performance
- Spindle Speed
- 7200 rpm
- Drive Class
- Data Centre
- Drive Transfer Rate
- 1.2 GBps (external)
- Internal Data Rate
- 269 MBps
- Average Latency
- 4.16 ms
Software / System Requirements
- OS Required
- Microsoft Windows, Linux, Microsoft Windows Server
Connections & Expansion
- Compatible Bay
- 3.5"
- Interfaces
- 1 x SAS 12 Gb/s
Reliability
- Non-Recoverable Errors
- 1 per 10^15
- 24x7 Operation
- Yes
- Load / Unload Cycles
- 600,000
- MTBF
- 2,500,000 hours

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