Highlights
- Take on tough workloads; up to 10 times the typical desktop rates
- Enhanced reliability with up to 5M hours MTBF
- Specifically designed for use in enterprise-class storage systems and data centers
- Energy-Assisted Magnetic Recording (EAMR) and Triple State Actuator (TSA) (in 16TB capacities and above)
Conquering Tough Workloads With Enterprise-class WD GoldTM HDDs
Available in 1TB to 18TB capacities, this highly reliable solution for demanding storage envi- ronments provides up to 2.5M hours MTBF, vibration protection technology and a low power draw thanks to HelioSeal™ technology [for 12TB and above]. Specifically designed for use in enterprise-class storage systems and data centers, the WD Gold Enterprise Class SATA HDD delivers the world-class performance you expect from Western Digital® hard drives.
Beyond Expectations
WD Gold™ hard drives are performance-optimized for heavy application workloads, whether you need 1TB or 18TB. The WD Gold HDD’s 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 dependabil- ity and durability. Built for yearly operation (24x7x365) within the most demanding storage environments.
A World-Class Performer
Delivering excellent service to any storage environment, WD Gold™ hard drives are de- signed to handle workloads up to 550TB 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 perfor- mance in high-vibration environments.
Play Well with Others
Broadly compatible with most PC and major enterprise operating systems. Specifically de- signed for use in enterprise-class storage systems and data centers.
Leading the Way
Energy-Assisted Magnetic Recording technology (EAMR) enables higher media precision and increases areal density. The Triple State Actuator (TSA) enhances the accuracy of head-po- sitioning and delivers better performance and data integrity to also increase areal density. Both technologies are available only in 16TB capacities and above.
5-Year Limited Warranty
Every WD Gold™ HDD comes with a 5-year limited warranty, so you can be confident in your storage.
