WD - BLACK 6TB Gaming Internal Hard Drive
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Specifications
- Storage Capacity6000 gigabytesStorage Drive TypeHDDRotational Speed7200 revolutions per minuteMaximum Read Speed229 megabytes per secondMaximum Write Speed229 megabytes per secondForm Factor3.5 in.
- Key Specs
- Storage Capacity: 6000 gigabytes (Measured in megabytes (MB), gigabytes (GB) and terabytes (TB), this is the amount available for storing files, music, movies, photos and more. The total includes the capacity of the hard disk drive and solid state drive if both are included on the computer.)
- Storage Drive Type: HDD (Traditional, mechanical hard disk drives are the most common type of storage because they're relatively inexpensive and offer huge capacities. However, they also generate both noise and heat. Solid state drives, also known as SSDs, are many times faster than hard disk drives and have no moving parts to wear out, but typically offer less capacity for the same price.)
- Rotational Speed: 7200 revolutions per minute (The rate at which the hard drive spins its platters. The higher the rotational speed, the faster the drive can read and write data.)
- Maximum Read Speed: 229 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can read information; for example, opening files.)
- Maximum Write Speed: 229 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can write information; for example, saving files.)
- Form Factor: 3.5 in.
- Interface(s): SATA (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
- General
- Brand: WD
- Model Number: WD6004FZWX
- Product Name: BLACK 6TB Gaming Internal Hard Drive
- Capacity
- Storage Capacity: 6000 gigabytes (Measured in megabytes (MB), gigabytes (GB) and terabytes (TB), this is the amount available for storing files, music, movies, photos and more. The total includes the capacity of the hard disk drive and solid state drive if both are included on the computer.)
- Performance
- Storage Drive Type: HDD (Traditional, mechanical hard disk drives are the most common type of storage because they're relatively inexpensive and offer huge capacities. However, they also generate both noise and heat. Solid state drives, also known as SSDs, are many times faster than hard disk drives and have no moving parts to wear out, but typically offer less capacity for the same price.)
- Rotational Speed: 7200 revolutions per minute (The rate at which the hard drive spins its platters. The higher the rotational speed, the faster the drive can read and write data.)
- Maximum Read Speed: 229 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can read information; for example, opening files.)
- Maximum Write Speed: 229 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can write information; for example, saving files.)
- Compatibility
- Internal Or External: Internal
- Product Compatibility: Desktop computers
- Form Factor: 3.5 in.
- Interface(s): SATA (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
- Operating System Compatibility: Windows, Mac
- Bare Drive: true (Drive is sold without any pre-installed software.)
- Minimum System Requirements: PC; Mac (requires reformatting), WD_BLACK Gaming Hard Drives are performance-tested for use in gaming PCs and high-performance workstations. WD_BLACK desktop drives are not recommended for use in RAID environments.
- Features
- Security Features: None
- Data Encryption: true
- Usage: Gaming, Performance computing, Everyday computing
- Lighting Type: None
- Memory
- Cache Buffer Size: 128 megabytes (The data capacity of the cache buffer (or disk buffer) that acts as temporary memory for the drive. The cache holds the most recently and frequently used data to save the drive the extra step of pulling it from permanent storage every time it's needed, which helps increase the drive's overall speed.)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 1.03 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 4 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 26.4 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Included
- Included Software: Acronis True Image WD Edition
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 5 years
- Warranty - Labor: 5 years
- Other
- UPC: 718037895086
Offer your customers the latest generation of the WD_BLACK Gaming Hard Drives to give them the capacity they need and the performance they want. With up to 128 MiB of DRAM cache and storage capacities of up to 10TB, the WD_BLACK Gaming Hard Drive maximizes drive and system performance, allowing your customers to spend more time playing the games they love most. Combine the WD_BLACK Gaming Hard Drive with a WD_BLACK SSD for a dual-drive configuration, enabling additional caching of the operating system onto the SSD for even greater PC gaming performance. All together, the WD_BLACK Gaming Hard Drive gives your customer performance, capacity, and an industry-leading 5-year limited warranty for an inspiring three-in-one storage solution.
- Drive Your Game: Perfect storage solution for your gaming rig, offering large cache sizes plus large capacities to store your favorite titles and their downloadable content (DLC). Paired with an SSD, the powerful drive delivers exceptional system performance and capacity.
- Store More, Play More: With capacities up to 4TB, WD_BLACK Gaming Hard Drives let you download the latest AAA titles while also keeping your ever-growing catalog of classics and favorites ready to play. Don't compromise on your game collection. Store more and game more with WD_BLACK.
- Increased Reliability: Equipped with StableTrac Technology. This secures the motor shaft inside of the hard drive to increase reliability and help reduce impact due to system-induced vibrations from other components such as additional gaming hardware. Stabilizing the platters inside the WD_BLACK drive results in more accurate tracking in a particular sector during read and write operations, optimizing performance and reliability.
- Commanding Performance: Drive delivers high-speed read rates and transfers of your games with impressive cache sizes of up to 128 MiB of DRAM on our high-capacity models. Western Digital’s Dynamic Cache Technology improves caching algorithms in real time to allocate and optimize cache between reads and writes. Spend less time loading and more time winning.
- Battle-Tested Dual Processor: When it comes to processing power, more is better for loading today's larger games. The WD_BLACK Gaming Hard Drive features a dual-core processor that offers twice the processing capability as a single-core processor to help maximize drive performance for geting into the game faster.
- An Industry-Leading 5-Year Limited Warranty: Compared to standard hard drives, our WD_BLACK Gaming Hard Drives pass more strenuous and aggressive internal testing over a longer period of time which is why the WD_BLACK drive is backed by an industry-leading 5-year limited warranty.
- Drive Your Game: Perfect storage solution for your gaming rig, offering large cache sizes plus large capacities to store your favorite titles and their downloadable content (DLC). Paired with an SSD, the powerful drive delivers exceptional system performance and capacity.
- Store More, Play More: With capacities up to 4TB, WD_BLACK Gaming Hard Drives let you download the latest AAA titles while also keeping your ever-growing catalog of classics and favorites ready to play. Don't compromise on your game collection. Store more and game more with WD_BLACK.
- Increased Reliability: Equipped with StableTrac Technology. This secures the motor shaft inside of the hard drive to increase reliability and help reduce impact due to system-induced vibrations from other components such as additional gaming hardware. Stabilizing the platters inside the WD_BLACK drive results in more accurate tracking in a particular sector during read and write operations, optimizing performance and reliability.
- Commanding Performance: Drive delivers high-speed read rates and transfers of your games with impressive cache sizes of up to 128 MiB of DRAM on our high-capacity models. Western Digital’s Dynamic Cache Technology improves caching algorithms in real time to allocate and optimize cache between reads and writes. Spend less time loading and more time winning.
- Battle-Tested Dual Processor: When it comes to processing power, more is better for loading today's larger games. The WD_BLACK Gaming Hard Drive features a dual-core processor that offers twice the processing capability as a single-core processor to help maximize drive performance for geting into the game faster.
- An Industry-Leading 5-Year Limited Warranty: Compared to standard hard drives, our WD_BLACK Gaming Hard Drives pass more strenuous and aggressive internal testing over a longer period of time which is why the WD_BLACK drive is backed by an industry-leading 5-year limited warranty.
Whats Included
- BLACK Gaming 6TB Internal SATA Hard Drive for Desktops
- Acronis True Image WD Edition Software
- Quick install guide
- BLACK Gaming 6TB Internal SATA Hard Drive for Desktops
- Acronis True Image WD Edition Software
- Quick install guide
Disclaimers
- Requires reformatting for Mac
- Western Digital, the Western Digital design, the Western Digital logo, StableTrac and WD_BLACK are registered trademarks or trademarks of Western Digital Corporation or its affiliates in the US and/or other countries.
- Acronis and True Image are registered trademarks of Acronis International GmbH in the United States and other countries.
- Requires reformatting for Mac
- Western Digital, the Western Digital design, the Western Digital logo, StableTrac and WD_BLACK are registered trademarks or trademarks of Western Digital Corporation or its affiliates in the US and/or other countries.
- Acronis and True Image are registered trademarks of Acronis International GmbH in the United States and other countries.
Q: What is the purpose of the StableTrac Technology in this hard drive?
A: StableTrac Technology secures the motor shaft to enhance reliability and minimize impact from system-induced vibrations, improving accuracy and performance.
Q: Why is a dual-core processor beneficial in this hard drive?
A: The dual-core processor doubles the processing power compared to a single-core, maximizing drive performance for faster game loading times.
Q: Does this hard drive come with any software?
A: Yes, the hard drive includes Acronis True Image WD Edition software.
Q: How much storage capacity does this hard drive offer?
A: This hard drive has a storage capacity of 6000 gigabytes.
Q: What is the maximum read speed of this hard drive?
A: The maximum read speed for this hard drive is 229 megabytes per second.
Q: What is the item condition: new, refurbished or open box?
A: The WD - BLACK 6TB Gaming Internal Hard Drive is listed as new on Best Buy. If the item were refurbished or open-box, it would be explicitly mentioned in the product description.
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent HDD
I included this HDD in my first pc build. I use it to store my photo and video archives. It is a fast drive, and lives up to its specs. I have found it to be very reliable. I was able to get it at a very good price. I am so impressed by it that I bought a second one, that I have put into an external drive housing. I use that as a backup drive. If you want a fast HDD, you can't do better than this one!
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prof2000 Posted
- Rated 2 out of 5 stars
PC started crashing and shutting down
My PC shuts down suddenly when playing demanding games and noticed it only statted happeneing after I installed this HDD, i want to like it but worry that it will continue so i have to return it if that is the case. Already happened three times, twice while playing Ready or Not and surprisingly once while playing CS 2
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Banana Posted
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Outstanding Performance for NVR
I recently purchased the WD - BLACK 6TB Gaming Internal Hard Drive, not for gaming but to use in my NVR system for security cameras, and it has exceeded my expectations. The drive's performance is top-notch, with fast read and write speeds that ensure smooth and uninterrupted recording of high-definition footage 24/7. The 6TB capacity provides ample storage space for days of video, and I haven't noticed any lag or issues, even with multiple cameras recording simultaneously. It's also quiet and runs cool, which is a huge plus for continuous operation. Highly recommend this hard drive for anyone needing reliable, high-performance storage for an NVR or similar use!
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