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WD Red Pro WD161KFGX 16 TB

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WD WD161KFGX
Red (NAS)5 year warranty
2 TB
64/7200 CMR
4 TB
5FFBX
4 TB
256/7200
6 TB
6001FFWX
6 TB
6002FFWX
6 TB
6003FFBX
6 TB
6005FFBX
8 TB
256/7200
10 TB
256/7200 CMR
10 TB
512/7200 CMR
12 TB14 TB
142KFGX
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Placement
built-in
Type
HDD
Features
server
Size
16000 GB
Form factor
3.5 "
Connection
SATA3
Manufacturer's warranty
5 years
Cache memory
512 MB
Record technology
CMR
RPM
7200 rpm
Data transfer rate
259 MB/s
Size
147x102x26 mm
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february 2021
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Western Digital Red Pro 3.5" 16000 GB Serial ATA (WD161KFGX) WD161KFGX WD161KFGX

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Western Digital Red Pro 3.5" 16000 GB Serial ATA WD161KFGX

Hard driveComponent forNASHDD interface transfer rate6 Gbit/sHDD speed7200 RPMHDD size3.5"HDD capacity16000 GBFeaturesTypeHDD... moreComponent forNASHDD interface transfer rate6 Gbit/sInterfaceSerial ATAHDD speed7200 RPMHDD size3.5"HDD capacity16000 GBStorage drive buffer size512 MB24/7 operationYesOperational conditionsOperating temperature (T-T)0 - 65 °CStorage temperature (T-T)-40 - 70 °COperating shock30 GTechnical detailsHarmonized System (HS) code84717050InterfaceSerial ATAWeight & d
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Western Digital 16TB Red Pro 3.5" SATA III Hard Drive - 7200RPM, 512MB Cache (WD161KFGX) WD161KFGX

WD Red Pro Drive 16TB Optimised for NAS Reliability Perfect for demanding NAS environments, the WD Red Pro 16TB combines... moreample storage with exceptional performance, ensuring your data remains accessible and protected. High-speed performance Massive capacity Large cache memory Optimised for NAS Versatile NAS Solution Built for performance and reliability, the WD Red Pro 16TB drive is a powerhouse for multi-bay NAS systems. Its 7200RPM speed, 512MB cache, and vibration protection ensure smooth, uninterrupted data handling even in demanding environments. Great for Creative Professionals High-speed storage for quick media editing and playback. Perfect for video editors, graphic designers, and photographers. Small to Medium Businesses Reliable storage for 24/7 business operations. Ideal for file servers and data backups. Enterprise Environments High-performance storage for demanding workloads. Suitable for large-scale data centers and NAS systems. Home Enthusiasts Affordable storage for personal media and backups. Great for streaming media, gaming, and file sharing. More Features You'll Love Storage Capacity 16TB This massive capacity allows you to store extensive amounts of data, making it suitable for growing digital needs. Easily manage and organise large multimedia libraries and business-critical files. Read and Write Speeds Up to 259MB/s Enjoy rapid data transfers with a blazing-fast transfer rate of up to 259MB/s, minimising downtime and ensuring efficient file handling for heavy workloads. Durability and Reliability 6-Year Warranty Designed for 24x7 use, it features advanced shock and vibration protection, ensuring long-term reliability backed by a robust 6-year limited warranty.
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Western Digital Red Pro 3.5" 16000 GB Serial ATA

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Western Digital Red Pro internal hard drive 16 TB 7200 RPM 512 MB 3.5" Serial ATA WD161KFGX

For the Demands of Big BusinessN/ADesigned specifically with medium or large scale business customers in mind WD Red Pro driv... morees are available for up to 24-bay NAS systems. Engineered to handle high-intensity workloads1 in 24x7 environments WD Red Pro is ideal for archiving and sharing as well as RAID array rebuilding on extended operating systems such as ZFS or other file systems. These drives add value to your business by enabling your employees to quickly share their files and back-up folders reliably in your NAS solution.N/AN/AExclusive NASware 3.0 TechnologyN/AOur exclusive advanced firmware technology NASware 3.0 enables seamless integration robust data protection and optimal performance for NAS systems operating under heavy demand. Built into every WD Red Pro hard drive NASware 3.0s advanced technology improves storage performance by increasing compatibility integration upgradeability and reliability.N/AN/ABuilt for Optimum NAS CompatibilityN/AWD Red Pro drives with NASware technology takes the guesswork out of selecting a drive. Optimized for NAS systems our unique algorithm balances performance and reliability in NAS and RAID environments. Simply put a WD Red Pro drive is one of the most compatible drives available for NAS enclosures. But dont take our word for it. WD Red Pro drives are a reflection of extensive NAS partner technology engagement and compatibility-testing. N/AN/ALarger NAS Bay Shock ProtectionN/AWD Red Pro drives are equipped with a multi-axis shock sensor that automatically detects subtle shock events and dynamic fly height technology which adjusts each read-write function to compensate and protect the data. This combination of technology further protects the drives in larger 24-bay NAS environments and helps increase hard drive reliability.N/AN/A3D Active Balance PlusN/AOur enhanced dual-plane balance control technology significantly improves the overall drive performance and reliability. Hard drives that are not properly balanced may cause excessive vibration and noise in a multi-drive system reduce the hard drive life span and degrade the performance over time.N/AN/AError Recovery PreventionN/ABuilt specifically for RAID and NAS environments WD Red Pro drives come equipped with error recovery controls as part of NASware 3.0 technology to help reduce drive fallout in RAID applications.N/AN/AExtended Drive TestingN/AA NAS environment that has up to 24 bays is very demanding on a hard drive with added vibration and heat. This is why every WD Red Pro drive is shipped with extended thermal cycle burn-in testing to help ensure each drive is tested for extended reliable operation.N/AN/ADesktop drives vs. WD Red ProN/ADo right by your NAS and choose the drive purpose-built for NAS with an array of features to help preserve your data and maintain optimum performance. Take the following into consideration when choosing a hard drive for your NAS:
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