Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC310 3.5 Inch 6TB 7200 RPM SATA 6Gb/s 256MB Cache Enterprise HDD – WD-0B36039

The Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC310 6TB Hard Drive is a high-performance, enterprise-class storage solution meticulously engineered for traditional data center applications and distributed storage systems. As a key member of the HC300-series, this drive provides an economical entry point for IT managers needing reliable, mid-capacity storage tiers without the premium cost of helium-filled alternatives. By utilizing a proven air-based design and Conventional Magnetic Recording technology, the HC310 ensures seamless compatibility with existing server architectures, rack-mounted enclosures, and legacy systems while delivering significant performance gains over prior generations.

Performance and data integrity are significantly bolstered by Western Digital’s innovative dual-stage microactuator, which enhances head positioning accuracy to maintain high-speed data access even in dense storage environments. The drive features a 7200 RPM spindle speed and an advanced media cache architecture, incorporating disk-based caching and non-volatile cache (NVC) to optimize write performance and safeguard data during power interruptions. This combination allows for sustained transfer rates of up to 255MB/s, making it ideal for block and file storage architectures that require a high level of IOPS per terabyte.

Reliability is a cornerstone of the Ultrastar brand, and the DC HC310 meets modern enterprise standards with a 2.0 million hour MTBF rating and a 5-year limited warranty. The 512e advanced format model is designed to support both modern and legacy software environments, ensuring versatile deployment across cloud-based or on-premises infrastructures. With its focus on efficiency and total cost of acquisition, this 6TB SATA HDD delivers the dependability and quick data access required for business-critical applications, scalable computing, and traditional IT systems.