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WD Gold Enterprise Class WD161KRYZ 16 TB

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WD Gold Enterprise Class WD161KRYZ 16 TB
Main
Placementbuilt-in
TypeHDD
Featuresserver
Volume16 TB
Form factor3.5 "
ConnectionSATA3
Helium
Manufacturer's warranty5 years
Technical specs
Cache memory512 MB
RPM7200 rpm
Data transfer rate262 MB/s
Operation power consumption6.5 W
Standby power consumption5.6 W
Reading noise level36 dB
Standby mode noise level20 dB
MTBF2.5 M h
Features
Featuresfor video surveillance
General
Size147x102x26 mm
Weight690 g
Official Websitewesterndigital.com
Added to E-CatalogJuly 2020
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Western Digital WD161KRYZ internal hard drive 16 TB 7200 RPM 512 MB 3.5" Serial ATA

Beyond Expectations WD Gold hard drives are performance-optimized for heavy application workloads whether you need 1TB or 18... moreTB1. The WD Gold HDDs wide capacity range solves for the most demanding storage environments. Enhanced Reliability With up to 2.5M hours MTBF WD Gold hard drives deliver enhanced levels of dependability and durability. A World-Class Performer Delivering excellent service to any storage environment WD Gold hard drives are designed to handle workloads up to 550TB2 per year among the highest of any 3.5-inch hard drive. Vibration Protection WD Gold has sophisticated monitoring electronics that help correct linear and rotational vibrations in real time using enhanced vibration protection technology for improved performance in high-vibration environments. Play Well with Others Broadly compatible with most PC and major enterprise operating systems. Specifically designed for use in enterprise-grade data centers and storage systems.
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WD Gold Enterprise-Class Hard Drive WD161KRYZ - Hard drive - 16 TB - internal - 3.5" - SATA 6Gb/s - 7200 rpm - buffer: 5

WD Gold Enterprise-Class Hard Drive WD161KRYZ - Hard drive - 16 TB - internal - 3.5" - SATA 6Gb/s - 7200 rpm - buffer: 512 MB
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Western Digital Red Pro internal hard drive 16 TB 7200 RPM 512 MB 3.5" Serial ATA WD161KFGX

support for up to 24 bays. Supports up to 300 TB/yr workload rate. Enhanced reliability with 3D Active Balance™. Plus technol... moreogy and error recovery controls with. NASware™ 3.0 technology. Extended drive testing to ensure each drive is. tested for extended reliable operation. For the Demands of Big Business. Designed specifically with medium or large scale business customers in mind, WD Red™ Pro drives 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.. Exclusive NASware™ 3.0 Technology. Our 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 3.0’s advanced technology improves storage performance by increasing compatibility, integration, upgradeability, and reliability.. Built for Optimum NAS Compatibility. WD 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 don’t take our word for it. WD Red™ Pro drives are a reflection of extensive NAS partner technology engagement and compatibility-testing.. Larger NAS Bay Shock Protection. WD 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.. 3D Active Balance Plus. Our 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.. Error Recovery Prevention. Built 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.. Extended Drive Testing. A 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.. Desktop drives vs. WD Red™ Pro. Do right
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Western Digital WD161KRYZ

Unleash massive storage potential and enterprise-grade reliability with the WESTERN DIGITAL WD161KRYZ 16TB 3.5´´ HDD. This hi... moregh-performance hard drive is meticulously engineered to meet the rigorous demands of modern data centers, high-end network-attached storage (NAS) systems, and large-scale surveillance infrastructures. Offering a colossal 16TB of capacity, this drive provides the expansive space required to store vast amounts of critical data, from extensive business archives and complex databases to high-resolution video content and cloud-based applications.Experience superior performance designed for continuous, 24/7 operation. The WD161KRYZ is built to conquer demanding workloads, delivering the consistent speed and responsiveness that mission-critical environments depend on. Its rapid 7200 RPM rotation speed ensures quick data access and reduced latency, while the high-speed SATA interface provides seamless integration and broad compatibility with a wide range of enterprise servers and storage arrays. This combination makes it one of the most versatile Hard disks for any high-capacity build. The drive´s substantial 512 MB buffer cache further enhances performance by optimizing data flow and accelerating read/write operations, ensuring smooth performance even under heavy, sustained use.Engineered for longevity and data integrity, this hard drive incorporates advanced technologies to protect your valuable information. It is designed to thrive in multi-drive environments, featuring enhanced vibration protection that maintains stable performance and reliability in dense storage enclosures and rack-mounted servers. This makes it an ideal choice for RAID configurations where stability is paramount. Whether you are building a powerful workstation PC, expanding a corporate server, or establishing a robust cloud storage foundation, this drive offers the strength and endurance you need. Its compatibility with both Windows and Linux operating systems ensures flexible deployment across diverse IT ecosystems. Choose the Western Digital WD161KRYZ for unparalleled capacity, unwavering performance, and the robust reliability your critical data deserves.Western Digital WD161KRYZ.HDD size:3.5´´, HDD capacity:16000 GB, HDD rotation speed:7200 RPM.Specifications:-HDD size:3.5´´.-HDD capacity:16 TB.-HDD rotation speed:7200 RPM.-Interface:SATA.-Type:Hard Drive.-Component for:PC.-Buffer storage unit size:512 MB.-Width:101.6 mm.-Height:147 mm.-Depth:26.1 mm.-Quantity 1
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Western Digital WD161KRYZ internal hard drive 16 TB 7200 RPM 512 MB 3.

Western Digital WD161KRYZ internal hard drive 16 TB 7200 RPM 512 MB 3.5" Serial ATA Beyond ExpectationsWD Gold™ hard drives a... morere performance-optimized for heavy application workloads. whether you need 1TB or 18TB1. The WD Gold HDD’s wide capacity range solves for the most demanding storage environments.Enhanced ReliabilityWith up to 2.5M hours MTBF. WD Gold™ hard drives deliver enhanced levels of dependability and durability.A World-Class PerformerDelivering excellent service to any storage environment. WD Gold™ hard drives are designed to handle workloads up to 550TB2 per year – among the highest of any 3.5-inch hard drive.Vibration ProtectionWD Gold™ has sophisticated monitoring electronics that help correct linear and rotational vibrations in real time using enhanced vibration protection technology for improved performance in high-vibration environments.Play Well with OthersBroadly compatible with most PC and major enterprise operating systems. Specifically designed for use in enterprise-grade data centers and storage systems.
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Model overview based on user reviews  
The WD Gold Enterprise Class hard drives are known for their quiet operation and fast performance, making them suitable for continuous 24/7 use. Users appreciate the reliability and long-term warranty offered, although some have experienced early failures, necessitating warranty returns. The drives are generally cool and moderately noisy, with some models being quieter than expected. While they are not recommended for gaming due to slower response times after idle periods, they excel in environments requiring large storage capacities and consistent performance. Despite their higher price, especially after market fluctuations, they are valued for their durability and efficiency in enterprise settings.
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Solid disc, excellent flight
24 July 2021 
I took the 12 TB version for my home TrueNAS server as file storage for everything: archives, torrents, downloads, photos, etc. I thought that it would make a lot of noise, but in the end I was pleasantly surprised: there is practically no noise, or rather, of course it is, but much more modest than I expected. The disk is currently 20% full. During active copying, downloading and distributing torrents, the disk barely audibly clicks its heads. The server with the disk is located in the bedroom on the floor, under the TV, from a distance of 2 meters you already have to listen to hear something. I don’t know what’s the matter, of course everyone has different sensitivity, but for those who write that it is noisy, I would suggest first trying to disable file indexing (if you are using Windows).
-Moderately noisy
-Doesn't heat up
-Price after the launch of the Chia cryptocurrency (the price of which has fallen a long time ago, hey retailers!)
Dmitriyuse WD WD121KRYZ more than year
great model, love it
18 December 2020 
I took the WD181KRYZ into my PC, I had 10 disks (now 8), I expected that they would be as fast and noisy as hgst ultrastart, which crack loudly, but surprisingly the disk turned out to be very quiet, you can’t hear it, the speed is expected, and he's cold.
Quiet, cool, fast. No tiled entry. 5 year warranty
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rumanzouse WD WD181KRYZ less than month
In the first month you will definitely see whether there is a defect or not, technical support is good.
5 March 2018 
Good, but expensive.
Doesn't get hot, makes almost no noise. Fast.
Half a month of hassle-free flight at home and... a crackling sound when turning off, like a car skidding for 2 seconds. The tech support said "return it", like it's defective. I'll return it and see.
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