6TB Internal Western Digital Ultrastar HUS726060ALE614 7.2K RPM HDD SATA 6GBPS

Western Digital HUS726060ALE614 Hard Disk Drive

The Western Digital HUS726060ALE614 is a high-capacity hard disk drive designed for a range of demanding storage applications. With a substantial 6TB capacity and SATA-6GBPS interface, this drive delivers robust performance and reliability for enterprise-level storage solutions.

General Information

• Brand: Western Digital
• Model Number: HUS726060ALE614
• Product Type: Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
• Interface: SATA-6GBPS (Serial ATA – 6 Gigabits per second)
• Drive Dimensions: 3.5 Inches

Applications and Environments

• Cloud & Hyperscale Storage: Ideal for extensive cloud storage needs.
• Distributed File Systems: Supports large-scale data analytics through distributed systems.
• Video Surveillance & Content Distribution: Perfect for surveillance systems and media distribution.
• Direct & Network Attached Storage (DAS & NAS): Versatile for both direct-attached and network-attached storage setups.
• RAID Arrays: Compatible with RAID configurations for enhanced data redundancy.
• Massive Scale-Out Data Centers (MSO): Engineered for expansive data center environments.

Key Features

• Storage Capacity: 6TB (Terabytes) for substantial data storage needs.
• Interface: SATA-6GBPS for high-speed data transfers.
• Areal Density: 703 Gbits/Sq. In. (Maximum data density per square inch).
• Load/Unload Cycles: 600,000 cycles at 40°C, ensuring durability and long-term reliability.
• MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): 2 Million Hours, reflecting exceptional reliability.

Performance Specifications

• Interface Transfer Rate: Up to 600 MBPS for efficient data throughput.
• Sustained Transfer Rate: 227 MBPS, providing consistent data access speed.
• Rotational Speed: 7,200 RPM for reliable and fast read/write operations.
• Buffer Size: 128 MB to enhance data access and transfer rates.
• Average Latency: 4.16 MS for quick data retrieval.

Capacity: 6TB

The Western Digital Ultrastar HUS726060ALE614 HDD boasts an impressive storage capacity of 6TB. This massive amount of storage space allows users to store a vast amount of data, making it ideal for various applications such as data centers, cloud storage, and enterprise environments.

Benefits of 6TB Capacity

1. Ample Data Storage: With 6TB of storage space, users can store a significant amount of data without the need for multiple drives. This is particularly beneficial for businesses and organizations that deal with large amounts of data on a regular basis.

2. Enhanced Efficiency: Having a high-capacity drive like the Western Digital Ultrastar HUS726060ALE614 eliminates the need to constantly transfer or delete files to free up space. Users can keep all their data in one place, improving workflow efficiency and reducing time wasted on managing storage.

3. Scalability: The 6TB capacity provides room for growth, allowing users to expand their storage capabilities as their needs increase. This scalability is crucial for businesses that anticipate future data growth or have unpredictable storage requirements.

Enterprise-level Performance

For enterprise environments, having a large capacity drive is essential for handling massive amounts of data generated from various sources such as databases, virtual machines, and multimedia content. The 6TB capacity of the Western Digital Ultrastar HUS726060ALE614 ensures that businesses can meet their storage demands without compromising performance or reliability.

Data Center Optimization

Data centers require high-capacity drives to handle the ever-increasing volumes of data they store and manage. The Western Digital Ultrastar HUS726060ALE614's 6TB capacity allows data centers to optimize their storage infrastructure by reducing the number of drives needed, saving space, power, and maintenance costs.

Speed: 7.2K RPM

The Western Digital Ultrastar HUS726060ALE614 HDD delivers impressive speed with its 7.2K RPM (Rotations Per Minute) rotational speed. This high-speed performance is crucial for users who require fast data access and transfer rates.

Benefits of 7.2K RPM Speed

1. Faster Data Access: The 7.2K RPM rotational speed ensures that data can be accessed quickly, reducing latency and improving overall system performance. This is especially important for applications that require real-time data processing or quick access to large files.

2. Improved Data Transfer Rates: The high rotational speed of the Western Digital Ultrastar HUS726060ALE614 enables faster data transfer rates, allowing users to move large files or perform backups in less time. This boosts productivity and reduces downtime.

3. Smooth Multimedia Streaming: Streaming media, such as videos and audio files, requires a steady flow of data to provide uninterrupted playback. The 7.2K RPM speed ensures that data can be retrieved and delivered smoothly, providing an optimal multimedia experience.

Enhanced Workstation Performance

For workstations that handle resource-intensive tasks like video editing or 3D rendering, the Western Digital Ultrastar HUS726060ALE614's 7.2K RPM speed ensures that data can be accessed quickly, reducing lag and improving overall system performance.

Server Optimization

In server environments, where multiple users access data simultaneously, the 7.2K RPM speed of the Western Digital Ultrastar HUS726060ALE614 allows for efficient data retrieval and delivery, ensuring smooth operation and minimizing latency for users.

Interface: SATA 6GBPS

The Western Digital Ultrastar HUS726060ALE614 features a SATA 6Gbps (Gigabits per second) interface, providing fast and reliable data transfer between the hard drive and the host system.

Benefits of SATA 6Gbps Interface

1. High Data Transfer Speeds: The SATA 6Gbps interface offers significantly faster data transfer rates compared to its predecessors. This allows for quick file transfers and reduces the time required to backup or retrieve data from the drive.

2. Backward Compatibility: The SATA 6Gbps interface is backward compatible with older SATA standards, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of systems. Users can upgrade their storage infrastructure without worrying about compatibility issues.

3. Easy Installation: The SATA interface is widely supported and recognized, making it easy to install the Western Digital Ultrastar HUS726060ALE614 into various systems. This simplifies the upgrade or replacement process for users.

Optimized Data Storage

The SATA 6Gbps interface is designed to handle the demands of modern storage systems, making it an ideal choice for enterprise environments that require fast and reliable data storage. The Western Digital Ultrastar HUS726060ALE614's interface ensures optimal performance and compatibility with a wide range of storage solutions.

Seamless Integration

With its SATA 6Gbps interface, the Western Digital Ultrastar HUS726060ALE614 seamlessly integrates into existing storage infrastructures, providing a hassle-free solution for upgrading or expanding storage capacity in both personal and professional environments.

Buffer: 128MB

The Western Digital Ultrastar HUS726060ALE614 is equipped with a generous 128MB buffer. The buffer serves as a temporary storage area, improving data access and read/write performance.

Benefits of 128MB Buffer

1. Enhanced Data Transfer Speed: The large buffer size allows the drive to store more data temporarily, reducing the need for frequent access to the physical disk. This results in improved data transfer speeds and overall system performance.

2. Efficient Multitasking: The 128MB buffer enables the drive to handle multiple read and write requests simultaneously, improving multitasking capabilities. This is especially important in multitasking environments where multiple applications access the drive simultaneously.

3. Reduced Wear and Tear: With a larger buffer, the drive can perform more operations in memory, reducing the number of disk accesses. This helps minimize wear and tear on the physical components of the drive, leading to increased longevity and reliability.

Optimized Data Processing

The 128MB buffer of the Western Digital Ultrastar HUS726060ALE614 ensures that data can be processed efficiently, reducing latency and improving overall system performance. This is particularly beneficial for applications that require fast data access and processing capabilities.

Data Integrity and Reliability

A larger buffer helps ensure data integrity by buffering incoming data before it is written to the disk. This minimizes the chances of data corruption or loss due to sudden power failures or system crashes, providing users with a more reliable storage solution.

Form Factor: 3.5 inch

The Western Digital Ultrastar HUS726060ALE614 features a standard 3.5-inch form factor, making it compatible with a wide range of desktops, workstations, and server systems.

Benefits of 3.5-Inch Form Factor

1. Wide Compatibility: The 3.5-inch form factor is widely adopted and supported by various computer systems and enclosures. Users can easily integrate the Western Digital Ultrastar HUS726060ALE614 into their existing setups without the need for additional adapters or modifications.

2. Increased Storage Density: The 3.5-inch form factor allows for higher storage densities compared to smaller form factors like 2.5-inch drives. This means that users can enjoy larger storage capacities without sacrificing physical space.

3. Enhanced Cooling and Durability: The larger form factor provides more space for cooling mechanisms, resulting in better heat dissipation and improved drive longevity. Additionally, the larger size enhances the mechanical stability of the drive, reducing the chances of physical damage due to vibrations or shocks.

Easy Installation and Upgrades

The Western Digital Ultrastar HUS726060ALE614's 3.5-inch form factor ensures easy installation and upgrades for users. Whether it's replacing an existing drive or adding storage capacity to a desktop or server, the 3.5-inch form factor offers a straightforward solution.

Optimal Storage Solutions

The 3.5-inch form factor is widely recognized as the standard for high-capacity storage solutions in both personal and enterprise environments. The Western Digital Ultrastar HUS726060ALE614's form factor provides users with a reliable and compatible storage option that can meet their storage needs efficiently.

Technology: HelioSeal

The Western Digital Ultrastar HUS726060ALE614 incorporates HelioSeal technology, which involves sealing the drive with helium instead of air, providing numerous benefits in terms of performance, reliability, and efficiency.

Benefits of HelioSeal Technology

1. Enhanced Drive Performance: By replacing air with helium, the Western Digital Ultrastar HUS726060ALE614 experiences less internal turbulence, resulting in smoother and more precise drive operation. This leads to improved performance and reduced power consumption.

2. Increased Reliability: Helium is less dense than air and reduces fluid friction, allowing the components inside the drive to operate with less resistance and wear. This results in increased reliability and a longer lifespan for the drive.

3. Improved Energy Efficiency: The use of helium in the drive reduces power consumption since it requires less energy to overcome air resistance. This makes the Western Digital Ultrastar HUS726060ALE614 more energy-efficient compared to traditional air-filled drives.

Optimal Data Center Solutions

HelioSeal technology is particularly beneficial in data center environments where large numbers of drives are used. The Western Digital Ultrastar HUS726060ALE614's HelioSeal technology allows data centers to achieve higher storage densities, improved performance, and lower energy costs.

Sustainable Storage Solutions

The use of helium in the Western Digital Ultrastar HUS726060ALE614 promotes sustainability by reducing power consumption and carbon emissions. This makes it an environmentally friendly choice for users who prioritize energy efficiency and environmental responsibility.