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Q: QuestionWhat is the storage capacity of this hard drive?

• A:Answer This hard drive has a storage capacity of 16TB.

Q: QuestionHow does this hard drive handle vibration?

• A:Answer This hard drive uses 3D Active Balance Plus technology to reduce noise and vibration.

Q: QuestionDoes this hard drive come with any software?

• A:Answer Yes, this hard drive includes NASware 3.0 software.

Q: QuestionWhat is the cache buffer size of this hard drive?

• A:Answer This hard drive has a cache buffer size of 512MB.

Q: QuestionCan a WD Red Hard Drive be used in a Desktop PC?

Asked 3 weeks ago by LeakyLenny.

This question was asked about the related product: WD - Red Pro 16TB NAS Internal Hard Drive

• A:Answer Hello, Please be informed that the WD Red Pro drive can be used in a desktop PC if your system supports a compatible SATA connection and has enough space for a 3.5 inch internal hard drive. While it is designed for NAS environments, it can also work well for desktop storage and high-capacity workloads.

  Answered 3 weeks ago by Western Digital Team

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Q: QuestionWill be getting this item back in stock? Do you have any idea when it will be back in?

Asked 4 years ago by Anonymous.

Q: QuestionWhat is the REAL model number? Is this a WD161KFGX?

Asked 4 years ago by Jojo.

• A:Answer Hi TK, Please be informed that the mentioned model number in the question is a WD Red Pro 16TB drive. 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 workloads in 24x7 environments. Built into every WD Red™ Pro hard drive, NASware 3.0’s advanced technology improves storage performance by increasing compatibility, integration, upgradeability, and reliability. For more information, refer to the link: https://products.wdc.com/library/SpecSheet/ENG/2579-810239.pdf -Need Help? Please see our "'Contact Us" page for information.

  Answered 4 years ago by Western Digital Team

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