Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC500 WUH722626AL5204 26TB 3.5-Inch Internal SAS Hard Drive for Data Centers

Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC500 WUH722626AL5204 26 TB Hard Drive - 3.5" Internal - SAS - Conventional Magnetic Recording (CMR) Method

The Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC500 WUH722626AL5204 is a high-capacity 3.5-inch internal SAS hard drive designed specifically for data center environments. Featuring the innovative 11-disk CMR platform, this drive delivers an unprecedented capacity of up to 26TB, enabling data centers to maximize storage density within their existing infrastructure. Its advanced design combines proven hardware with cutting-edge technologies to ensure reliable and efficient performance for demanding workloads.
Built with industry-leading features like the proprietary OptiNAND technology, the drive integrates embedded flash memory to handle essential housekeeping functions, thereby enhancing overall performance and capacity. The drive’s energy-assisted perpendicular magnetic recording (ePMR) technology significantly increases tracks per inch (TPI), allowing for higher storage densities without expanding physical footprint. Its robust vibration and shock protection capabilities, including dual sensors for rotational vibration safeguard (RVS) and dynamic fly height technology, provide reliable operation even in high-vibration or shock-prone environments.
Designed for maximum efficiency, the Ultrastar DC HC500 offers rapid data processing speeds supported by a 512MB cache buffer, ensuring quick access to stored data. Users can select between armorCache write cache disabled (WCD) mode for enhanced random write performance or write cache enabled (WCE) mode for data protection during unexpected power events. This flexibility makes it suitable for a variety of enterprise applications that require both speed and data integrity.
Engineered to meet the eco-friendly goals of modern data centers, the drive utilizes helium technology for reduced power consumption and heat generation. Its durable construction and non-volatile memory system guarantee consistent, reliable performance over prolonged periods, making it an ideal choice for large-scale storage solutions. Whether storing vast collections of images, extensive video libraries, or large datasets, this drive provides dependable capacity combined with enterprise-class performance in a compact 3.5-inch form factor.

Features:

• Up to 26TB capacity to store extensive media files, videos, and large datasets

• Innovative 11-disk CMR platform for increased storage density within existing footprint

• Enhanced performance with 512MB cache buffer for rapid data processing

• Industry-leading OptiNAND technology with embedded flash for improved drive performance

• Vibration and shock protection with dual sensors and dynamic fly height technology

• Flexible cache modes: WCD for high-speed random writes or WCE for data protection during power loss

• Helium-based design for reduced power consumption and heat generation

• Reliable non-volatile memory ensures consistent data access and long-term dependability

• 3.5-inch form factor suitable for demanding data center environments

• Designed for easy qualification and seamless integration into existing data center infrastructure