WUH722624AL5204 Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC590 24TB SAS 12Gb/s 3.5inch Hard Drive

Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC590 – 24TB SAS Enterprise HDD

Next-Gen Storage Capacity and Design Innovations

• Features an innovative 11-disk construction—the first of its kind in the commercial HDD space
• Expands storage density dramatically without altering the physical form factor
• Employs Conventional Magnetic Recording (CMR) technology for consistent, high-performance throughput
• Offers a massive 24 terabytes of storage capacity—tailored for data-heavy operations
• Backed by proven hardware reliability and industry-trusted build quality

High-Endurance Design and Durability Ratings

• Engineered to support workloads up to 550TB per year, making it ideal for enterprise-scale usage
• Rated with an impressive 2.5 million hours MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures)
• Stable and durable under continuous, high-capacity workloads in modern data centers
• Reliable SE (Self-Encrypting) base security to maintain data integrity

Performance Specifications & Speed Benchmarks

• Delivers an interface speed of up to 1200MB/s via SAS 12Gb/s connection
• Sustained throughput performance: 287MB/s read and 274MB/s write
• Equipped with a 512MB buffer to optimize performance under load
• Rotational speed set at 7200 RPM for efficient and steady data access
• Low latency operation with average latency at 4.16 milliseconds

Optimized for Enterprise and Data Center Applications

• Ideal solution for AI-driven workloads, machine learning storage clusters, and training datasets
• Supports hyperscale infrastructures and large-scale cloud repatriation environments
• Perfect for cloud service vendors, converged infrastructure stacks, and data warehousing
• Enhances efficiency in big data pools and intelligent storage systems
• Excellent fit for IT administrators managing high-performance, scalable environments

Model, Manufacturer & Technical Identity

• Brand: Western Digital Corporation
• Drive Model: WUH722624AL5204
• Product Family: Ultrastar
• Series: Ultrastar DC HC590
• Device Type: Internal Enterprise-Class Hard Drive

Advanced Format and Areal Density

• Format support: 512e (512 bytes) and 4Kn (4096 bytes) sector sizes for flexible integration
• Impressive areal density of 1190 gigabits per square inch for optimal space utilization
• 3.5-inch form factor designed to integrate seamlessly into existing enterprise systems

Intended Use Cases and Target Professionals

• Designed for data center architects and enterprise storage planners
• Valued by IT administrators handling cloud-to-core transitions
• Preferred by AI systems engineers working with vast data models
• Selected by cloud infrastructure specialists for its unmatched storage efficiency

Overview

The Western Digital WUH722624AL5204 Ultrastar DC HC580 24TB 3.5-inch enterprise-class hard drive is purpose-built for modern data center environments that demand scalable, high-capacity storage with robust performance and unmatched reliability. Equipped with a SAS 12Gb/s interface, 7,200 RPM rotational speed, 512MB cache buffer, 512e format, and Instant Secure Erase (ISE) support, this model is optimized for hyperscale, private cloud, and enterprise-grade workloads. Featuring OptiNAND technology for advanced performance and data resiliency, the HC580 series delivers reliable storage at scale while minimizing total cost of ownership.

Enterprise-Grade 24TB Storage for Maximum Density and Efficiency

Storage density plays a critical role in today's data-driven operations. The WUH722624AL5204 offers a massive 24 terabytes of capacity, enabling IT professionals to consolidate workloads, reduce hardware sprawl, and optimize rack space. This is essential for data centers running high-volume data analytics, video surveillance archives, cloud storage, or object storage systems. Designed for consistent 24/7 operations, the drive helps enterprise organizations meet expanding data needs without compromising reliability or performance.

Key Benefits of 24TB High-Capacity Storage

• Significantly lowers storage cost per terabyte
• Reduces footprint of hardware in data centers
• Ideal for archival storage, large datasets, and backup
• Supports rapid deployment of scalable cloud solutions
• Optimized for write-intensive, read-intensive, or mixed workloads

Optimized SAS 12Gb/s Interface for High-Speed Data Transfers

Built on a high-performance Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) 12Gb/s interface, the WUH722624AL5204 ensures fast, reliable connectivity for mission-critical storage environments. Unlike consumer-grade SATA drives, SAS provides dual-port support for redundancy, error detection capabilities, and advanced command queuing, making it an ideal solution for RAID systems and enterprise servers.

Enhanced Performance with OptiNAND Technology

OptiNAND, Western Digital’s proprietary storage innovation, integrates an embedded flash chip (iNAND) into the hard drive's control architecture. Unlike hybrid or SSHD systems that store user data in NAND, OptiNAND uses NAND for metadata, improving reliability, latency, and efficiency. In the Ultrastar DC HC580 WUH722624AL5204, this translates to better caching, faster write operations, enhanced integrity, and higher areal density.

Benefits of OptiNAND Integration

• Improves firmware efficiency and caching performance
• Increases usable capacity with enhanced metadata handling
• Boosts performance during sequential and random operations
• Reduces write amplification and latency
• Supports higher workload throughput

Rotational Speed and Performance Metrics

Operating at 7,200 revolutions per minute (RPM), the Ultrastar DC HC580 24TB WUH722624AL5204 is tuned for balanced performance and energy efficiency. This rotational speed provides excellent read/write throughput while maintaining reliability in continuous 24x7 data center operations. The 512MB buffer complements the spindle speed to enable smooth data streaming and reduced access time.

Performance Characteristics

• Spindle speed: 7,200 RPM
• Cache buffer: 512MB
• Data transfer rate: Up to 270MB/s sustained
• Average latency: ~4.16 milliseconds
• Designed for sequential and random read/write workloads

Formatted with 512e for Versatile Compatibility

The 512e (512-byte emulation) format provides backward compatibility with legacy systems while ensuring support for modern applications that benefit from Advanced Format sectors. This hybrid sector architecture enables optimized error correction, improved efficiency, and enhanced storage integrity for a wide range of enterprise workloads.

Advantages of 512e Sector Technology

• Maintains compatibility with legacy file systems and applications
• Improves data alignment and error detection
• Supports efficient block size handling for virtualized environments
• Optimized for long-term data integrity and performance

Enterprise-Class Reliability and Durability

The WUH722624AL5204 delivers exceptional reliability with a mean time between failures (MTBF) of 2.5 million hours. Designed to support 24/7 workloads up to 550TB/year, it ensures stable performance even in the most demanding conditions. From financial institutions to scientific data repositories, this drive supports mission-critical workloads with long-term operational confidence.

Reliability Highlights

• MTBF: 2.5 million hours
• Annualized Failure Rate (AFR): Less than 0.35%
• Workload rating: 550TB/year
• Enterprise-grade vibration and shock resistance
• Persistent error correction mechanisms

3.5-Inch Form Factor for Easy Integration

Featuring a standard 3.5-inch form factor, this hard drive can be seamlessly integrated into a wide range of data center hardware, including storage arrays, JBODs, and SAN/NAS appliances. The industry-standard dimensions ensure compatibility with enclosures from leading vendors, supporting rapid deployment and minimal reconfiguration.

Secure and Compliant Data Management with ISE

Instant Secure Erase (ISE) allows administrators to quickly and securely erase data when repurposing or decommissioning the drive. ISE ensures that all user data is unrecoverable, making it a vital feature for enterprises subject to strict regulatory standards or handling sensitive data.

Data Security and Compliance Features

• Supports Instant Secure Erase (ISE)
• Compatible with enterprise encryption protocols
• Reduces downtime during drive reallocation
• Streamlines decommissioning workflows
• Helps meet GDPR, HIPAA, and ISO/IEC 27001 compliance

Use Cases

Built for scale and optimized for performance, this hard drive is the ideal solution for large-scale enterprise and hyperscale environments. Its application versatility makes it suitable for big data analytics, media asset storage, cloud platforms, and disaster recovery systems.

Recommended Workload Scenarios

• Enterprise-grade backup and restore systems
• High-density object storage (Ceph, SwiftStack)
• Big data platforms (Hadoop, Spark)
• Large-scale video surveillance systems
• High-throughput cloud infrastructure

Power Efficiency and Data Center Sustainability

The DC HC580 is designed with power efficiency in mind. By delivering more terabytes per watt, this drive supports green data center initiatives and reduces cooling demands. Power management features help minimize energy use during idle and active periods without compromising availability.