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WD Ultrastar DC HC560 - hard drive - 20 TB - SATA 6Gb/s
Hard drive
20 TB
internal
3.5"
SATA 6Gb/s
7200 rpm
buffer: 512 MB
Weight: 0.68 KG
- 20 TB capacity meets the most demanding storage needs
- 600 MBps data transfer rate for quick access to data
- 512 MB buffer size enhances data processing efficiency
- Energy-efficient design with HelioSeal technology
- Robust 24x7 operation capability for uninterrupted service
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Overview
The Western Digital WD Ultrastar DC HC560 hard drive is designed to meet the needs of demanding data environments. With a generous 20 TB capacity, it offers ample space for large-scale data storage requirements. The drive is built for durability and reliability, featuring a mean time between failures (MTBF) of 2,500,000 hours, ensuring long-term dependability. Advanced features such as Energy-Assisted Magnetic Recording (EAMR), HelioSeal, and OptiNAND technology not only enhance the drive's storage capacity but also improve its efficiency, making it an environmentally friendly choice. The inclusion of a Triple State Actuator (TSA) ensures precise and stable head positioning, leading to improved data integrity and performance. With a data transfer rate of 600 MBps and a 512 MB buffer size, this hard drive is capable of handling intensive data workloads with ease. Its 24x7 operation capability makes it an ideal choice for data centers and enterprises requiring constant data access, without the risk of downtime.
Main Specifications
- Product Description
- WD Ultrastar DC HC560 - hard drive - 20 TB - SATA 6Gb/s
- Type
- Hard drive - internal
- Capacity
- 20 TB
- Form Factor
- 3.5"
- Interface
- SATA 6Gb/s
- Data Transfer Rate
- 600 MBps
- Buffer Size
- 512 MB
- Spindle Speed
- 7200 rpm
- Features
- OptiNAND technology, HelioSeal, 24x7 availability, Energy-Assisted Magnetic Recording (EAMR), Triple State Actuator (TSA)
- Dimensions (WxDxH)
- 101.6 mm x 147 mm x 26.1 mm
- Weight
- 690 g
- Manufacturer Warranty
- 5-year warranty
Associated Documents
Product Features
Enhanced durability
Boasting a remarkable MTBF of 2,500,000 hours, this hard drive is designed for reliability and long-term performance, ensuring your data remains safe and accessible even under the most demanding conditions.
Advanced storage technology
Equipped with Energy-Assisted Magnetic Recording (EAMR), HelioSeal, and OptiNAND technology, this hard drive offers increased capacity and efficiency, making it an ideal solution for high-density data environments.
Optimized for continuous operation
Designed for 24x7 availability, this hard drive supports around-the-clock operation without compromising on performance, making it perfect for data centers and critical applications that require constant access to data.
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
- 20 TB
- Device Type
- Hard drive - internal
- Interface
- SATA 6Gb/s
- Features
- OptiNAND technology, HelioSeal, 24x7 availability, Energy-Assisted Magnetic Recording (EAMR), Triple State Actuator (TSA)
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support
- Limited warranty - 5 years
Miscellaneous
- Compliant Standards
- RoHS 2011/65/EU, RoHS 2015/863/EU, BSMI, ICES-003, NMB-003, FCC, KC, Maghreb, RCM, UKCA, VCCI, CB Scheme, TUV, UL
Environmental Parameters
- Max Operating Temperature
- 60 °C
- Min Operating Temperature
- 5 °C
- Vibration Tolerance (operating)
- 0.7 gRMS @ 5-500 Hz
- Vibration Tolerance (non-operating)
- 1.04 gRMS @ 2-200 Hz
- Sound Emission
- 32 dB
- Shock Tolerance (operating)
- 250 g @ 2 ms half-sine wave
- Shock Tolerance (non-operating)
- 50 g @ 2 ms half-sine wave
Performance
- Spindle Speed
- 7200 rpm
- Average Latency
- 4.16 ms
- Drive Transfer Rate
- 600 MBps (external)
- Internal Data Rate
- 269 MBps
Reliability
- MTBF
- 2,500,000 hours
- Non-Recoverable Errors
- 1 per 10^15
- 24x7 Operation
- Yes
- Load / Unload Cycles
- 600,000
Software / System Requirements
- OS Required
- Linux, Microsoft Windows Server, Microsoft Windows
Connections & Expansion
- Compatible Bay
- 3.5"
- Interfaces
- 1 x SATA 6 Gb/s



