WD - Red Plus 3TB Internal SATA NAS Hard Drive
Specifications
- Storage Drive TypeHDDRotational Speed5400 revolutions per minuteForm Factor3.5 in.Interface(s)SATA
- Key Specs
- 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: 5400 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.)
- 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: WD30EFRX
- Product Name: Red Plus 3TB Internal SATA NAS Hard Drive
- 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: 5400 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.)
- Compatibility
- Internal Or External: Internal
- Form Factor: 3.5 in.
- Interface(s): SATA (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
- Minimum System Requirements: NAS system or PC with RAID capability
- Features
- Security Features: None
- Data Encryption: false
- Usage: Network Attached Storage (NAS)
- Memory
- Cache Buffer Size: 64.0 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 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: 22.9 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Included
- Included Software: NASWare 3.0
- Other
- UPC: 718037799674
This WD Red™ Plus 3TB internal hard drive is designed for NAS systems with 1-8 drive bays in both 3.5" form factors. Its 3TB capacity provides plenty of space to house files, and the Serial ATA interface lets you connect your laptop or desktop. Packed with power to handle the small- to medium-sized business NAS environments and increased workloads for SOHO customers, WD Red™ Plus is ideal for archiving and sharing, as well as RAID array rebuilding on systems using ZFS and other file systems. Built and tested for up to 8-bay NAS systems, these drives give you the flexibility, versatility, and confidence in storing and sharing your precious home and work files.
- 3TB storage capacity: Offers ample space for videos, photos, documents and other data.
- Serial ATA interface: Enables simple connection to a compatible network storage device with up to 8 bays.
- Data transfer rates up to 6 Gbps: Ensure a rapid response when updating files. Internal data transfer rates up to 147MB/sec.
- 64MB cache buffer: For fast processing speed.
- 3D Active Balance Plus technology: Offers dual-plane balance control to help minimize vibration for quiet operation, reliable performance and long-lasting use.
- 3TB storage capacity: Offers ample space for videos, photos, documents and other data.
- Serial ATA interface: Enables simple connection to a compatible network storage device with up to 8 bays.
- Data transfer rates up to 6 Gbps: Ensure a rapid response when updating files. Internal data transfer rates up to 147MB/sec.
- 64MB cache buffer: For fast processing speed.
- 3D Active Balance Plus technology: Offers dual-plane balance control to help minimize vibration for quiet operation, reliable performance and long-lasting use.
Whats Included
- Red Plus 3TB Internal SATA NAS Hard Drive
- Red Plus 3TB Internal SATA NAS Hard Drive
Q: What is the difference between WD30EFRXSP sold here and WD30EFRX sold by other online retailers?
A: No difference. I couldn't find any different info online about a SP version. Anyway, I bought this version online after a price match and the model number on the drive is WD30EFRX.
Q: will wd red 3ttb internal sata nas storage work with my cloud ultra 2x ..
A: Yes, ANY hard drive will work in ANY machine as long as the form factor matches such as the physical size of the drive and the connection (SATA). Drives that are designed for use in a NAS are especially reliable in a NAS solution
Q: What si the speed (RPM) of this hard drive? (Email address all lower caps)
A: WD Red drives all operate at 5400 RPM. They are designed for longevity so they spin slower than drives designed for raw performance.
Q: Do the stores have any WD 3TB Drives in the RED or BLACK versions ?
A: The RED drives are made specifically for Network Attached Storage drives or other applications that need super high reliability (family photo and important document storage!) The BLACK versions are made to be fast but not necessarily longer lasting like the REDs. If you want a faster RED drive they have the RED Enterprise drives that run at 7200 RPM. They get much pricier though.
Q: Is this drive compatible with a Buffalo Link-station Duo NAS?
A: This drive should be compatible with all NAS systems.
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic NAS Drive
I have a Freenas system with Eight 3TB drives from different drive manufacturers. A few from Toshiba, a few from HGST, a few from Hitachi, and a few from Western Digital. Since I brought the NAS up about 3 years ago, I have had 3 drives fail. None of the failed drives have been from Western Digital. I replaced every failed drive with a WD Red and have not had any problems with any WD drive in my system. I know that anecdotal evidence doesn't mean much because everyone has a favorite brand but that's just my experience. Western Digital Red drives perform very well and have been very reliable for me for years. I would recommend WD Red drives to anyone looking to build a NAS system.
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WildBil52 Posted
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Solid NAS drive so far
I put 2x 3TB WD Red dives in a Synology DS215j. They've been up and running 24/7 for about 6 weeks. I ran the Check Disk in Windows as well as AVG's disk checking utility, and both drives are green across the board. Moving data to them can take quite awhile, but the transfer speeds were as expected. I moved files about 20GB at a time and validated each time. I've successfully streamed music, photos, and videos to my PC and smartphone without a hitch. I've had pretty good luck with hard drives from WD (8 drives in 10 years, only one showed problems and it took ~3 years), though to be fair it's been good with Seagate so far, too (2 drives with zero issues, a 3 month and a 5 year old). I hope to get 5+ years out of these.
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ErikS Posted
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Top HDD for good price
I used a number of sites to compare information on hard drives for a small home server build. This drive from Western Digital met my size, price, energy use and reliability requirements perfectly. With the special that was running when I bought it the price was excellent too. Can't go wrong with one of these drives!
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daringtofly Posted