Western Digital Ultrastar 0F29530 12TB 7.2K RPM SAS-12GBPS HDD HE12 256MB

Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC520 12TB Enterprise Hard Drive Overview

General Details

• Brand: Western Digital
• Part Number: 0F29530
• Product Line: Ultrastar
• Product Series: Ultrastar DC HC520
• Product Name: Ultrastar DC HC520 12TB Enterprise Hard Drive

Ideal Applications and Environments

• Enterprise and data center scenarios where capacity, power efficiency, and reliability are crucial
• Cloud and hyperscale storage solutions
• Massive scale-out (MSO) and high-density data centers
• Distributed file systems
• Bulk storage utilizing object storage systems such as Ceph™ and OpenStack Swift
• Primary and secondary storage for Hadoop® to enhance big data analytics
• Centralized video surveillance systems
• General enterprise capacity needs

Key Specifications

Storage Capacity

• Capacity: 12TB
• Form Factor: 3.5 Inch Internal
• Max. Areal Density: 864 Gbits/sq. inch
• Interface: SAS 12Gbps
• Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF): 2.5 million hours

Drive Performance

• Interface Transfer Rate: 1200 MB/s
• Sustained Transfer Rate: 243 MB/s (read), 255 MB/s (write)
• Typical Seek Time (read): 8.0 ms
• Typical Seek Time (write): 8.6 ms
• Average Latency: 4.16 ms
• Buffer Size: 256 MB
• Rotational Speed: 7200 RPM

Physical Characteristics

• Height: 26.1 mm
• Dimensions (W x D): 101.6 x 147 mm
• Weight: 660 g

Capacity: 12TB

When it comes to storage, having ample capacity is crucial for users who deal with large amounts of data regularly. The Ultrastar Western Digital 0F29530 HDD offers an impressive capacity of 12TB, making it an ideal choice for professionals and businesses that require extensive storage capabilities.

Benefits of 12TB Capacity

1. Ample Space for Data Storage

The substantial storage capacity of 12TB allows users to store a vast amount of data without worrying about running out of space. Whether it's high-resolution videos, large databases, or numerous files, this HDD ensures that you have enough room to accommodate your data requirements.

2. Enhanced Data Management

A larger capacity drive means less need for frequent data transfers or the hassle of managing multiple drives. Users can consolidate their data onto a single 12TB HDD, simplifying their data management processes and improving overall efficiency.

3. Future-Proof Solution

The ever-increasing size of files and the constant growth of data mean that having a high-capacity storage solution is essential for future-proofing your storage needs. With 12TB, this Ultrastar HDD provides ample space to accommodate future data growth without the need for frequent upgrades or replacements.

Importance of 12TB Capacity

1. Professional Workloads

Professionals working in fields such as video editing, graphic design, architecture, or scientific research often deal with large file sizes that require significant storage space. The 12TB capacity of this HDD ensures that professionals can store and access their work without limitations, enabling them to focus on their tasks instead of worrying about storage constraints.

2. Business Applications

In a business environment, data is the backbone of operations. From customer information to financial records, having a reliable and spacious storage solution is crucial. The 12TB capacity of this Ultrastar HDD allows businesses to store their critical data in a secure and easily accessible manner, ensuring smooth operations and quick access to vital information.

3. Data Centers and Servers

Data centers and server environments require high-capacity storage solutions to handle the massive amounts of data they process daily. The 12TB capacity of this HDD is an ideal choice for these environments, providing the necessary space to store and manage extensive databases, virtual machines, backups, and other critical data assets.

Speed: 7.2KRPM

Speed plays a vital role when it comes to accessing and transferring data quickly. The Ultrastar Western Digital 0F29530 HDD offers a rotational speed of 7.2KRPM (Rotations Per Minute), ensuring fast and efficient performance for demanding tasks.

Benefits of 7.2KRPM Speed

1. Improved Data Transfer Rates

The higher rotational speed of 7.2KRPM ensures faster data transfer rates compared to slower HDDs. This allows users to copy or move large files more quickly, reducing waiting times and improving overall productivity.

2. Faster Access to Data

With a higher RPM, the read/write heads of the HDD can access the data stored on the platters more rapidly. This results in reduced latency and faster access times when retrieving files or launching applications, enhancing user experience and workflow efficiency.

3. Smooth Multimedia Playback

If you frequently work with multimedia files or enjoy high-quality media playback, the 7.2KRPM speed ensures smooth and uninterrupted streaming or playback. It eliminates buffering and loading times, allowing you to enjoy your media without any disruptions.

Importance of 7.2KRPM Speed

1. Demanding Workloads

Professionals involved in tasks that require intensive data processing, such as video editing or 3D rendering, benefit greatly from the higher RPM speed. The fast access to data allows for smooth editing, rendering, and real-time previewing, saving valuable time and improving productivity.

2. Gaming Performance

Gamers often require fast storage solutions to ensure quick game loading times and seamless gameplay. The 7.2KRPM speed of this HDD contributes to reduced loading times, allowing gamers to jump into their favorite games without delays and experience smooth gameplay without stuttering or lag.

3. Server and Database Performance

In server environments or database systems, quick access to data is critical for efficient operations. The 7.2KRPM speed of this Ultrastar HDD ensures that servers can quickly retrieve and deliver data to clients, improving response times and overall system performance.

Interface: SAS-12GBPS

The interface of a storage device determines how it connects to other components within a system and affects data transfer rates. The Ultrastar Western Digital 0F29530 HDD features a SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface with a speed of 12Gbps (Gigabits per second), offering high-performance connectivity for demanding applications.

Benefits of SAS-12GBPS Interface

1. Enhanced Data Transfer Speeds

The SAS-12GBPS interface provides significantly faster data transfer rates compared to traditional SATA interfaces. This enables users to quickly move or copy large files, reducing waiting times and improving overall productivity.

2. Improved Scalability and Flexibility

SAS interfaces offer better scalability, allowing users to connect multiple drives in a daisy-chain configuration. This makes it easier to expand storage capacity or create redundant storage configurations without the need for additional controllers or complicated setups.

3. Reliability and Error Handling

SAS interfaces provide advanced error-handling capabilities, ensuring data integrity and reliability. They incorporate features such as error detection, correction, and recovery mechanisms, reducing the risk of data corruption or loss during transfers.

Importance of SAS-12GBPS Interface

1. Enterprise Applications

In enterprise environments where high-performance and reliable storage solutions are crucial, the SAS-12GBPS interface delivers the necessary capabilities. It is commonly used in servers, workstations, and storage arrays, ensuring fast and dependable data access for critical applications.

2. Data-Intensive Workloads

Professionals working with data-intensive applications such as video editing, scientific simulations, or large-scale data analysis can benefit from the high-speed connectivity offered by the SAS-12GBPS interface. It enables quick access to large datasets and accelerates data processing tasks, improving overall productivity.

3. RAID Configurations

The SAS interface is often used in RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) configurations, which provide data redundancy and improved performance. The 12Gbps speed ensures that multiple drives in a RAID array can work together efficiently without becoming a bottleneck in the system.

Series: HE12

The series of a storage device represents its specific model and version. The Ultrastar Western Digital 0F29530 HDD belongs to the HE12 series, which denotes its unique features and characteristics.

Benefits of HE12 Series

1. Enhanced Reliability

The HE12 series is designed with reliability in mind. It incorporates advanced technologies and rigorous testing to ensure the drive can withstand demanding environments and continuous operation without compromising performance or data integrity.

2. Energy Efficiency

Efficiency is a key factor in modern storage devices, as it helps reduce power consumption and operational costs. The HE12 series utilizes energy-saving technologies, such as low-power modes and intelligent power management, to optimize energy usage while maintaining high-performance levels.

3. Longevity and Durability

The HE12 series undergoes extensive testing and quality control measures to ensure long-term reliability and durability. It is built to withstand high workloads, vibrations, and temperature variations, making it suitable for challenging environments where constant uptime is essential.

Importance of HE12 Series

1. Enterprise Applications

The HE12 series is particularly well-suited for enterprise applications where reliability and endurance are critical. It is commonly used in data centers, cloud storage systems, and server environments where continuous operation and data integrity are paramount.

2. Cost-Effective Storage Solutions

By combining energy efficiency with high capacity and reliability, the HE12 series offers a cost-effective storage solution for businesses of all sizes. Its longevity and durability reduce the need for frequent drive replacements, resulting in a lower total cost of ownership (TCO) over time.

3. Data Security and Protection

The HE12 series integrates various security features to safeguard data. These may include encryption capabilities, secure erase options, and self-encrypting drive (SED) technology, ensuring that sensitive data remains protected from unauthorized access or theft.

Cache: 256MB

The cache is a small amount of high-speed memory integrated into the hard drive, used to temporarily store frequently accessed data. The Ultrastar Western Digital 0F29530 HDD features a cache size of 256MB, providing benefits in terms of performance and responsiveness.

Benefits of 256MB Cache

1. Faster Data Access

The larger cache size allows the hard drive to store more frequently accessed data, reducing the time required to retrieve information. This results in faster read and write speeds, improving overall system performance and responsiveness.

2. Smoother Multitasking

A larger cache enables the hard drive to handle multiple requests simultaneously, making it ideal for multitasking scenarios. It ensures smooth and efficient performance when accessing different files or applications simultaneously, minimizing lag and delays.

3. Improved Overall Drive Efficiency

The cache acts as a buffer between the slower mechanical components of the hard drive and the faster data transfer rates of the system. With a larger cache, the hard drive can optimize its operations by pre-fetching and storing data that is likely to be accessed next, reducing mechanical latency and improving overall efficiency.

Importance of 256MB Cache

1. High-Performance Computing

Users who require high-performance computing capabilities can benefit from the larger cache size offered by this Ultrastar HDD. It ensures quick access to frequently accessed data, allowing for faster data processing, complex calculations, and seamless execution of resource-intensive applications.

2. Gaming and Multimedia

Gamers and multimedia enthusiasts can experience improved performance and faster load times with a larger cache size. It reduces loading times for games, enhances streaming capabilities, and enables smooth playback of high-resolution videos or graphics-intensive applications.

3. Rapid Data Transfer

The larger cache size contributes to faster data transfer rates when transferring files between the hard drive and other storage devices. This is particularly beneficial when dealing with large files or performing frequent data backups, allowing for quicker completion of data transfer tasks.