Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC310 4TB SATA-6GBPS HUS726T4TALE6L4

RPM: 7.2K

The Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC310 Hard Drive is equipped with a rotational speed of 7,200 revolutions per minute (RPM), making it an excellent choice for users who require fast and reliable performance. This high RPM ensures that the hard drive can quickly read and write data, resulting in improved overall system responsiveness and reduced loading times for applications and files.

Improved Data Access Speeds

One of the primary benefits of the 7.2K RPM feature is the significantly improved data access speeds. With a higher rotational speed, the hard drive's read/write heads can access data more quickly, reducing latency and improving overall performance. This is particularly important for tasks that involve intensive data retrieval, such as running multiple virtual machines or working with large databases.

Enhanced Multitasking Capabilities

The faster RPM of the Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC310 Hard Drive allows it to handle multiple tasks simultaneously without experiencing significant performance degradation. This is especially beneficial for users who frequently multitask or run resource-intensive applications, as the hard drive can quickly switch between different data requests, ensuring smooth operation and minimizing delays.

Reduced File Transfer Time

When transferring large files or performing backups, the 7.2K RPM speed of the Ultrastar DC HC310 enables faster data transfer rates. This means that users can complete file transfers more quickly, saving valuable time and increasing productivity. Whether you are transferring multimedia files, large datasets, or performing regular backups, the high RPM ensures efficient and reliable data transfer.

Ideal for Gaming and Multimedia

Gamers and multimedia enthusiasts can greatly benefit from the Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC310's 7.2K RPM. The high rotational speed allows for faster loading times in games, reducing the waiting time between levels or game scenes. Additionally, it ensures smooth playback of high-definition multimedia files, preventing buffering or stuttering issues that can occur with slower hard drives.

Noise and Vibration Control

Despite its high RPM, the Ultrastar DC HC310 is designed with advanced noise and vibration control technologies. This ensures quiet operation, making it suitable for use in environments where noise levels need to be minimized, such as recording studios or quiet office spaces. The drive's improved stability also helps to reduce vibration, extending its lifespan and enhancing overall reliability.

Compatibility with RAID Systems

The 7.2K RPM of the Ultrastar DC HC310 makes it an excellent choice for use in RAID systems. When multiple hard drives are configured in a RAID array, the higher RPM allows for improved data synchronization and redundancy, leading to enhanced system performance and data protection. Whether you are using RAID 0 for increased performance or RAID 1 for data mirroring, the 7.2K RPM ensures optimal performance in RAID configurations.

Enterprise-Grade Reliability

The Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC310 Hard Drive is built with enterprise-grade reliability in mind. The 7.2K RPM ensures consistent performance even under heavy workloads, making it suitable for use in demanding server environments or data centers. With a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of up to 2.5 million hours, this hard drive provides users with peace of mind knowing that their data is stored on a reliable and durable storage solution.

Capacity: 4TB

The Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC310 Hard Drive offers a generous capacity of 4 terabytes (TB), making it an ideal choice for users who require ample storage space for their data-intensive applications and files. Whether you are a professional content creator, a data analyst, or simply need extensive storage for your personal media collection, the 4TB capacity of this hard drive ensures that you have enough room to store and access your data efficiently.

Ample Storage for Large Files

The 4TB capacity of the Ultrastar DC HC310 allows users to store large files without worrying about running out of space. This is particularly important for professionals who work with high-resolution images, videos, and other large media files. With the ability to accommodate numerous large files, users can keep their projects and data organized in a single location, simplifying their workflow and improving productivity.

Optimal for Data-Intensive Applications

Data-intensive applications such as video editing software, database management systems, and virtualization platforms often require significant amounts of storage space. The 4TB capacity of the Ultrastar DC HC310 ensures that users can run these applications smoothly without worrying about running out of storage. This allows professionals to work efficiently without constantly having to manage their storage space or offload data to external drives.

Convenient Backup Solution

With the 4TB capacity, the Ultrastar DC HC310 can serve as a reliable backup solution for important data. Users can easily create regular backups of their files and system configurations without the need for additional external storage devices. This ensures that critical data is protected from potential loss or corruption, providing peace of mind and minimizing downtime in case of hardware failures or accidental file deletions.

Space-Saving Design

Despite its considerable capacity, the Ultrastar DC HC310 is designed to fit into standard drive bays, making it suitable for use in a variety of systems. Whether you have a desktop computer, a network-attached storage (NAS) device, or a rack-mounted server, the 4TB capacity allows you to maximize your storage without sacrificing valuable physical space. This is particularly beneficial in compact environments where optimizing space utilization is crucial.

Scalability and Future-Proofing

The 4TB capacity of the Ultrastar DC HC310 ensures scalability and future-proofing for users who anticipate their storage needs to grow over time. By choosing a hard drive with ample capacity, users can avoid the hassle and cost of upgrading or replacing drives in the future. Whether you are expanding your business or simply accumulating more data, the 4TB capacity provides room for growth and ensures that your storage solution remains relevant in the long run.

Energy Efficiency

Despite its high capacity, the Ultrastar DC HC310 is designed with energy efficiency in mind. Western Digital's advanced power management technology allows the hard drive to operate with minimal power consumption when not in use, reducing energy costs and environmental impact. The drive also features rotational vibration sensors that help optimize performance while minimizing power usage, making it an eco-friendly choice for users who prioritize energy efficiency.

Data Security and Compliance

The 4TB capacity of the Ultrastar DC HC310 enables users to securely store sensitive data while adhering to industry regulations and compliance standards. Whether you need to comply with data protection regulations or safeguard confidential business information, the large capacity allows for secure storage without compromising performance or convenience. By centralizing data storage on a single high-capacity drive, users can better manage access controls and ensure data integrity.

Interface: SATA-6GBPS

The Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC310 Hard Drive features a SATA-6GBPS interface, providing users with a high-speed and reliable connection between the hard drive and their system. The SATA-6GBPS interface offers several benefits and is widely compatible with modern computers and storage devices.

Fast Data Transfer Rates

The SATA-6GBPS interface allows for fast data transfer rates, enabling users to quickly move large files between the hard drive and their system. With a maximum transfer rate of 6 gigabits per second (Gbps), this interface ensures that users can efficiently manage their data without experiencing significant delays. Whether you are transferring multimedia files, performing backups, or running resource-intensive applications, the SATA-6GBPS interface ensures optimal performance and responsiveness.

Backward Compatibility

The SATA-6GBPS interface is backward compatible with previous generations of SATA interfaces, such as SATA 3Gbps and SATA 1.5Gbps. This means that the Ultrastar DC HC310 can be used with older systems that support these interfaces, allowing users to upgrade their storage without having to replace their entire system. The backward compatibility ensures flexibility and compatibility across a wide range of systems, making it a versatile choice for various computing environments.

Wide Compatibility

The SATA-6GBPS interface is widely supported by modern motherboards, storage controllers, and external enclosures. This ensures compatibility with a wide range of systems, including desktop computers, laptops, workstations, and network-attached storage (NAS) devices. Whether you are building a new system or upgrading an existing one, the SATA-6GBPS interface provides a reliable and widely supported solution for your storage needs.

Plug-and-Play Installation

The SATA-6GBPS interface simplifies the installation process for the Ultrastar DC HC310. With its plug-and-play functionality, users can easily connect the hard drive to their system without the need for additional drivers or complex configuration. This makes it an ideal choice for users who value convenience and want a hassle-free setup process. Whether you are a novice user or an experienced IT professional, the SATA-6GBPS interface ensures a seamless installation experience.

Hot Swapping Support

The SATA-6GBPS interface supports hot swapping, allowing users to replace or add hard drives while the system is still running. This feature is particularly useful in environments where continuous operation is critical, such as servers or NAS devices. Users can add or remove hard drives without having to power down the system, minimizing downtime and ensuring uninterrupted access to data. The hot swapping capability enhances flexibility and ease of maintenance for users who require frequent drive changes.

Cable Management

The SATA-6GBPS interface uses a compact and easy-to-manage cable design, simplifying cable routing and reducing clutter within the system. The small form factor of SATA cables makes them ideal for systems with limited space or those that require efficient airflow for cooling. Additionally, SATA cables are available in various lengths, allowing users to customize their cable management based on their system's specific requirements.

Reliability and Data Integrity

The SATA-6GBPS interface ensures reliable data transmission and integrity. Western Digital's Ultrastar DC HC310 is built with advanced error correction technologies that help detect and correct data errors during transmission. This ensures that users' data remains intact and free from corruption, providing peace of mind and safeguarding critical information. The reliable data transmission offered by the SATA-6GBPS interface is essential for users who prioritize data integrity and reliability.

Buffer: 256MB

The Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC310 Hard Drive is equipped with a generous 256MB buffer, also known as a cache. The buffer acts as a temporary storage space for frequently accessed data, enhancing overall performance and responsiveness.

Improved Read and Write Speeds

The 256MB buffer of the Ultrastar DC HC310 allows the hard drive to store frequently accessed data, reducing the need to retrieve it from the slower main storage area. This results in faster read and write speeds, enhancing overall system performance and responsiveness. Whether you are loading applications, accessing large files, or multitasking, the larger buffer ensures that frequently used data is readily available for quick retrieval.

Efficient Data Caching

The buffer serves as an efficient data caching mechanism, storing recently accessed data in a faster and more accessible location. This ensures that subsequent requests for the same data can be fulfilled quickly, without having to retrieve it from the slower main storage area. By reducing the need for repetitive data access, the 256MB buffer improves overall efficiency and minimizes latency, resulting in smoother system operation.

Optimized Performance for Sequential Workloads

For users who frequently work with sequential workloads, such as video editing or data streaming, the 256MB buffer enhances performance by optimizing data retrieval. The buffer allows the hard drive to read ahead and cache sequential data, ensuring smooth and uninterrupted playback or processing. This is particularly beneficial for tasks that involve large files or continuous data streams, as it minimizes interruptions and ensures a seamless user experience.

Reduced Wear and Tear

The buffer helps reduce wear and tear on the hard drive by minimizing unnecessary read/write operations. By storing frequently accessed data in the buffer, the hard drive can avoid frequent access to the main storage area, which can lead to increased mechanical wear. This prolongs the lifespan of the hard drive and improves its overall reliability, making it a cost-effective choice for users who require long-term storage solutions.

Improved Multi-User Performance

The 256MB buffer enhances multi-user performance by efficiently managing data requests from multiple users simultaneously. With a larger buffer, the hard drive can store and prioritize frequently accessed data from different users, ensuring that each user experiences optimal performance. This is particularly beneficial in shared computing environments or small business settings where multiple users rely on the same storage resources.

Enhanced RAID Performance

The 256MB buffer contributes to improved RAID performance by optimizing data synchronization and redundancy. When multiple hard drives are configured in a RAID array, the buffer allows for more efficient distribution of data across the drives, reducing latency and improving overall performance. Whether you are using RAID 0 for increased performance or RAID 1 for data mirroring, the larger buffer enhances data handling capabilities within the RAID configuration.

Seamless Virtualization Experience

For users who frequently work with virtualization platforms or run multiple virtual machines, the 256MB buffer ensures a seamless experience by optimizing data retrieval. The buffer allows the hard drive to quickly access frequently used data, reducing latency and improving overall virtual machine performance. Whether you are a developer testing multiple environments or a system administrator managing virtualized servers, the larger buffer enhances the efficiency of your virtualization setup.

Format: 512E

The Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC310 Hard Drive features a 512E format, which stands for 512-byte emulation. This format offers several benefits for users and is widely compatible with modern operating systems and applications.

Compatibility with Legacy Systems

The 512E format ensures compatibility with legacy systems that rely on the traditional 512-byte sector size. This allows users to upgrade their storage without having to replace their entire system or make significant changes to their existing infrastructure. Whether you are using an older operating system or running legacy applications that are not optimized for larger sector sizes, the 512E format provides a seamless transition to higher-capacity drives.

Optimized Performance for Modern Systems

While maintaining compatibility with legacy systems, the 512E format also offers optimized performance for modern operating systems and applications. Many modern systems and software are designed to take advantage of larger sector sizes, which can improve efficiency and reduce overhead. The 512E format ensures that users can benefit from these optimizations without sacrificing compatibility with older systems or applications.

Improved Drive Capacity Utilization

The 512E format allows for improved drive capacity utilization by reducing the amount of wasted space caused by larger sector sizes. Traditional hard drives with larger sector sizes often have unused space within each sector, resulting in reduced usable capacity. The 512E format minimizes this wastage, ensuring that users can make the most of their hard drive's capacity and store more data without sacrificing performance or compatibility.

Data Integrity and Error Correction

With the 512E format, the Ultrastar DC HC310 utilizes advanced error correction technologies to maintain data integrity. The emulation of a 512-byte sector size allows for efficient error detection and correction mechanisms, ensuring that users' data remains intact and free from corruption. This is particularly important for users who handle critical or sensitive data that requires high levels of reliability and resilience against potential errors.

Future-Proofing and Scalability

The 512E format provides future-proofing and scalability for users who anticipate their storage needs to grow over time. By choosing a hard drive with the 512E format, users can ensure compatibility with both current and future systems and applications. This eliminates the need