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WD Ultrastar DC HC555 - hard drive - Data Centre - 16 TB - SATA 6Gb/s
Hard drive
Data Centre
16 TB
internal
3.5"
SATA 6Gb/s
7200 rpm
buffer: 512 MB
Weight: 0.65 KG
- 16 TB capacity for ample storage
- Designed for 24x7 continuous operation
- Reliable performance with a 7200 rpm spindle speed
- Supports advanced format with improved data integrity
- High data transfer rate of 600 MBps
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Overview
The WD Ultrastar DC HC555 is designed to meet the demands of modern data centers with a robust 16 TB storage capacity. Featuring a spindle speed of 7200 rpm and a data transfer rate of 600 MBps, it ensures efficient data management. Built for continuous use, this hard drive supports 24x7 operation, making it ideal for environments that require constant availability. With advanced technologies such as Dynamic fly height technology and a Rotational Vibration sensor, the WD Ultrastar DC HC555 maintains performance even in challenging conditions. Its reliable design includes features for minimizing errors, such as Non-Recoverable Errors rated at just 1 per 10^15. This drive excels in storage and upholds compliance with several international standards, ensuring seamless integration into various setups while providing consistent performance.
Main Specifications
- Product Description
- WD Ultrastar DC HC555 - hard drive - Data Centre - 16 TB - SATA 6Gb/s
- Type
- Hard drive - internal
- Capacity
- 16 TB
- Form Factor
- 3.5"
- Interface
- SATA 6Gb/s
- Data Transfer Rate
- 600 MBps
- 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
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Product Features
Reliable performance
The WD Ultrastar DC HC555 features a low average latency of 4. 16 ms, which contributes to efficient data retrieval capabilities. This ensures less waiting time for data access, enhancing overall system performance.
Robust design
Constructed with a shock tolerance of up to 250 g for non-operating conditions, the drive is engineered to withstand physical shocks. Its operating tolerance withstands shock acceleration of 50 g.
Environmental durability
Built to function in a wide range of temperatures, this hard drive operates effectively between 5°C and 60°C and can be stored in environments as cold as -40°C and as hot as 70°C, making it versatile for various conditions.
Enhanced data protection
Thanks to features like the Triple State Actuator and energy-assisted PMR, this drive minimizes data loss and maximizes read/write reliability. These technologies work in conjunction to ensure data integrity during operation.
Energy efficiency
With power consumption rates as low as 5. 3 watts in idle mode, the WD Ultrastar DC HC555 is designed to operate efficiently, reducing energy costs while maintaining performance.
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
- SATA 6Gb/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
- 6.4 watt (typical), 5.3 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
Performance
- Spindle Speed
- 7200 rpm
- Drive Class
- Data Centre
- Drive Transfer Rate
- 600 MBps (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 SATA 6 Gb/s
Reliability
- Non-Recoverable Errors
- 1 per 10^15
- 24x7 Operation
- Yes
- Load / Unload Cycles
- 600,000
- MTBF
- 2,500,000 hours