WD Ultrastar DC HC555

Hard drive | Data Centre | 18 TB | internal | 3.5" | SATA 6Gb/s | 7200 rpm | buffer: 512 MB

MPN 0B48723
Manufacturer Western Digital
QuickCode 1676995
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Main Specification

Product Description WD Ultrastar DC HC555 - hard drive - Data Centre - 18 TB - SATA 6Gb/s
Type Hard drive - internal
Capacity 18 TB
Form Factor 3.5"
Interface SATA 6Gb/s
Data Transfer Rate 600 MBps
Buffer Size 512 MB
Spindle Speed 7200 rpm
Drive Class Data Centre
Features HelioSeal, 24x7 continuous operation, advanced format 512e, advanced format 4Kn, Dynamic fly height technology, Conventional magnetic recording (CMR), Triple State Actuator (TSA), Energy-assisted PMR (ePMR), Rotational Vibration (RV) sensor
Dimensions (WxDxH) 101.6 mm x 147 mm x 26.1 mm
Weight 690 g
Manufacturer Warranty 5-year warranty

General

Device Type Hard drive - internal
Capacity 18 TB
Form Factor 3.5"
Interface SATA 6Gb/s
Buffer Size 512 MB
Features HelioSeal, 24x7 continuous operation, advanced format 512e, advanced format 4Kn, Dynamic fly height technology, Conventional magnetic recording (CMR), Triple State Actuator (TSA), Energy-assisted PMR (ePMR), Rotational Vibration (RV) sensor
Width 101.6 mm
Depth 147 mm
Height 26.1 mm
Weight 690 g

Performance

Drive Class Data Centre
Drive Transfer Rate 600 MBps (external)
Internal Data Rate 269 MBps
Average Latency 4.16 ms
Spindle Speed 7200 rpm

Reliability

MTBF 2,500,000 hours
24x7 Operation Yes
Non-Recoverable Errors 1 per 10^15
Load / Unload Cycles 600,000

Expansion & Connectivity

Interfaces 1 x SATA 6 Gb/s
Compatible Bay 3.5"

Power

Power Consumption 6.4 watt (typical) 5.3 watt (idle)

Software & System Requirements

OS Required Linux, Microsoft Windows Server, Microsoft Windows

Miscellaneous

Compliant Standards UL, TUV, VCCI, BSMI, ICES-003, FCC, KC, RCM, Directive 2015/863, UKCA, CB Scheme, EU Directive 2011/65/EU, Maghreb, NMB-003

Manufacturer Warranty

Service & Support Limited warranty - 5 years

Environmental Parameters

Min Operating Temperature 5 °C
Max Operating Temperature 60 °C
Min Storage Temperature -40 °C
Max Storage Temperature 70 °C
Shock Tolerance (operating) 50 g @ 2 ms half-sine wave
Shock Tolerance (non-operating) 250 g @ half-sine wave
Vibration Tolerance (operating) 0.67 g @ 5-500 Hz
Vibration Tolerance (non-operating) 1.04 g @ 2-200 Hz
Sound Emission 32 dBA
Product features

High capacity for extensive storage needs

The 18 TB capacity accommodates large volumes of data, providing ample space for significant workloads in data centers and enterprise environments.

Efficient data handling performance

With an average latency of 4.16 ms and a data transfer rate of 600 MBps, this hard drive ensures quick access to data and optimal performance for demanding applications.

Robust design for reliability

Engineered with features like Rotational Vibration sensor and Triple State Actuator technology, the drive maintains performance consistency even in challenging operational environments.

Energy efficient operation

Operating at idle power consumption of 5.3 watts and typical power consumption of 6.4 watts, this hard drive optimizes energy usage without sacrificing performance.

Proven endurance and durability

With a MTBF of 2,500,000 hours and strong resistance to operational shocks of 50 g, this drive is built to last under heavy usage conditions, making it a reliable choice for important data.
Key selling points
  • 18 TB capacity suitable for data centers
  • Data transfer rate up to 600 MBps
  • Designed for 24x7 continuous operation
  • Low sound emission of 32 dBA
  • High durability with a MTBF of 2,500,000 hours
References

MPN: 0B48723

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