0F38528 Western Digital 14TB 7.2K RPM Ultrastar DC HC550 SAS-12GBPS HDD.

Western Digital 0F38528 Ultrastar 14TB Hard Drive

The Western Digital 0F38528 Ultrastar DC HC550 is a high-capacity enterprise-class hard disk drive engineered for modern data centers, hyperscale infrastructure, and mission-critical storage environments. Designed with advanced reliability features and enterprise-grade endurance, this 14TB internal HDD delivers dependable performance for large-scale workloads, cloud computing platforms, and data-intensive applications. Its 7200 RPM spindle speed, 512MB cache buffer, and SAS-12Gbps interface provide optimized throughput and fast data accessibility for demanding business operations.

General Information

• Brand: Western Digital
• Part Number: 0F38528
• Product Line: Ultrastar
• Series: Ultrastar DC HC550
• Drive Type: Internal Enterprise HDD

Technical Specifications

• Storage Capacity: 14TB
• Interface Type: SAS-12Gbps
• Cache Memory: 512MB
• Sector Format: 512e
• Rotational Speed: 7200 RPM
• Form Factor: 3.5 Inch
• MTBF: 2.5 Million Hours

Advanced SAS-12Gbps Interface Performance

• SAS-12Gbps interface for reliable enterprise connectivity
• Enhanced throughput for large-volume data transfers
• Stable data communication for critical applications
• Supports enterprise RAID controller environments
• Dual-port SAS functionality for high availability

Massive 14TB Capacity 

• 14TB storage capacity for large-scale applications
• Reduces storage footprint in enterprise racks
• Supports expanding business data requirements
• Excellent for backup and archival solutions
• Suitable for virtualization and cloud computing

Compatibility

• Compatible with Dell PowerEdge servers
• Supports HPE ProLiant server environments
• Works with Lenovo ThinkSystem platforms
• Suitable for Supermicro enterprise servers
• Compatible with enterprise NAS and SAN storage arrays
• Supports RAID-enabled storage controllers
• Designed for cloud and hyperscale storage infrastructures
• Works with virtualization and software-defined storage systems
• Supports Ceph and OpenStack storage deployments
• Ideal for Apache Hadoop and big data analytics platforms

Western Digital 0F38528 DC HC550 14TB HDD

The Western Digital 0F38528 Ultrastar DC HC550 14TB hard drive is engineered for enterprise-grade storage environments that demand exceptional capacity, dependable performance, and long-term operational reliability. Designed with advanced helium technology and a robust SAS-12Gbps interface, this enterprise storage solution delivers the scalability required for modern data centers, cloud storage systems, virtualization platforms, surveillance archives, and mission-critical server infrastructures.

Built for continuous operation in demanding workloads, the Ultrastar DC HC550 series provides a balanced combination of storage density, rotational speed, cache optimization, and enterprise firmware enhancements. With a massive 14TB storage capacity, organizations can consolidate workloads while reducing rack space usage and operational complexity across large-scale deployments.

Enterprise-Class 14TB Storage Capacity

The 14TB storage architecture of the Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC550 enables businesses to manage massive datasets without sacrificing reliability or performance. This high-capacity design supports modern enterprise applications where large amounts of structured and unstructured data must be stored securely and accessed efficiently.

Organizations deploying big data analytics, enterprise backup repositories, content delivery systems, media archives, cloud infrastructures, and large-scale virtualization clusters can benefit from the enormous capacity advantages provided by this enterprise SAS hard drive.

SAS-12Gbps High-Speed Data Interface

The SAS-12Gbps interface delivers enterprise-level bandwidth and improved communication between storage devices and server controllers. Compared to standard SATA enterprise drives, SAS technology provides dual-port connectivity, enhanced reliability features, improved command execution efficiency, and better integration within mission-critical enterprise environments.

This interface is particularly valuable in storage arrays, enterprise RAID systems, SAN infrastructures, and multi-user server environments where stable throughput and reliable command processing are essential for uninterrupted operations.

By leveraging the 12Gbps SAS architecture, the Ultrastar DC HC550 ensures faster data transfer operations, improved storage response consistency, and better compatibility with enterprise storage ecosystems.

7200 RPM Rotational Performance

The 7200 RPM spindle speed enables the Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC550 to provide balanced performance for enterprise workloads that require reliable read and write operations over extended periods. This rotational speed is optimized for environments where consistent throughput and predictable latency are critical.

Enterprise systems managing databases, virtualization instances, collaborative applications, file-sharing infrastructures, surveillance storage systems, and archival repositories can benefit from the efficient rotational performance provided by this enterprise-class hard disk drive.

Helium-Sealed Platform Technology

The Ultrastar DC HC550 series incorporates advanced helium-sealed technology that significantly enhances storage efficiency and operational stability. Helium produces less turbulence compared to traditional air-filled drives, allowing more platters to operate efficiently within the same enclosure while reducing mechanical resistance.

This helium-based architecture improves power efficiency, lowers heat generation, and contributes to quieter operation inside enterprise storage systems. Reduced internal friction also helps improve long-term drive durability in continuous operation environments.

Data centers seeking optimized thermal management and energy-efficient storage infrastructures can benefit greatly from helium platform technology implemented within the Ultrastar DC HC550 series.

512MB Enterprise Cache Buffer

The substantial 512MB cache buffer improves data handling efficiency by enabling faster temporary storage and retrieval of frequently accessed information. Enterprise workloads involving large sequential transfers, multi-user access patterns, and continuous streaming operations benefit from this large cache architecture.

The cache subsystem helps optimize read and write performance consistency while reducing latency during demanding enterprise storage operations. This is particularly useful in environments running high-capacity RAID arrays, virtualization clusters, and large-scale backup infrastructures.

Organizations requiring smooth transactional performance and efficient storage communication can leverage the benefits of the large cache memory integrated within the Ultrastar DC HC550.

Enterprise Reliability and Continuous Operation

The Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC550 is specifically engineered for enterprise reliability and continuous 24x7 operation. Enterprise-grade drives are subjected to rigorous validation procedures and are designed to withstand demanding workload environments commonly found in modern data centers and business-critical infrastructures.

Unlike consumer-grade storage solutions, enterprise hard drives prioritize endurance, stability, vibration resistance, and workload consistency across extended operational cycles. This makes the Ultrastar DC HC550 suitable for environments requiring uninterrupted uptime and dependable data accessibility.

The drive includes sophisticated reliability enhancements that support stable performance in high-density enterprise deployments. These features help maintain operational consistency while reducing the risks associated with vibration, heat, and continuous workload stress.

Data Center Optimization

Modern enterprise infrastructures require scalable and dependable storage devices capable of supporting expanding operational demands. The Ultrastar DC HC550 addresses these requirements through high-capacity architecture, efficient power consumption, and compatibility with enterprise storage ecosystems.

Data centers can deploy these drives within storage servers, JBOD systems, SAN infrastructures, and distributed cloud environments to maximize storage density while maintaining predictable performance and reliability.

The ability to store large datasets within fewer drives can help organizations reduce hardware complexity, simplify management, and optimize overall infrastructure efficiency.

Compatibility with Enterprise Storage Platforms

The Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC550 14TB SAS hard drive is designed for extensive compatibility across enterprise server and storage platforms supporting 3.5-inch SAS drives. This compatibility enables seamless integration into existing enterprise infrastructures without requiring significant architectural changes.

Major enterprise server manufacturers and storage array providers commonly support SAS enterprise hard drives, making this model suitable for diverse deployment scenarios across multiple industries.

Flexible Enterprise Integration

The standardized 3.5-inch form factor allows easy installation within enterprise drive bays and storage enclosures. The SAS interface ensures compatibility with enterprise RAID controllers and advanced storage management systems used in business-critical infrastructures.

Organizations upgrading existing storage environments can integrate the Ultrastar DC HC550 into mixed-capacity deployments while maintaining consistent enterprise functionality and operational stability.