Name: HUA723030ALS640 Western Digital 3TB 6Gb/s SAS 7200RPM 64MB Cache HDD
Brand: Western Digital
SKU: HUA723030ALS640
Price: 280.09 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (120 reviews)

Product Overview
The HUA723030ALS640 WD 3TB hard drive offers a solid balance of capacity and performance suited for enterprise storage needs. It fits into server setups and storage arrays, providing reliable data handling through its SAS interface and 7200 RPM speed, along with a sizable cache for smoother operation.

General Information
Brand	Western Digital
Part Number	HUA723030ALS640

Technical Information
Capacity	3TB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	3.5-inch
Cache	64MB
Spindle Speed	7200 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
MTBF	1,200,000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS 6Gb/s

Physical Characteristics
Height	26.1 mm
Width	101.6 mm
Depth	147 mm
Dimensions	26.1 mm x 101.6 mm x 147 mm
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
This WD 3TB hard drive is built for enterprise environments requiring dependable storage solutions. It uses a 6Gb/s SAS interface commonly found in servers and storage arrays, offering robust and speedy data communication. Designed primarily for IT professionals managing large datasets or critical applications, this drive balances capacity and performance. It’s often used in data centers, backup systems, and high-demand computing setups. Key Features High-capacity 3TB to handle extensive data storage SAS interface optimized for enterprise-grade connectivity 7200 RPM spin speed supports consistent read/write operations 64MB cache boosts responsiveness during data transfers 3.5-inch form factor compatible with many server racks and chassis This hard drive is typically deployed in server environments where dependability and speed are essential. It helps maintain data integrity while managing workloads that require both storage space and stable throughput. Its role in storage arrays or backup systems makes it a practical choice for businesses looking to safeguard data without sacrificing access speed.

Use Cases
The Western Digital HUA723030ALS640 3TB SAS HDD is designed for enterprise environments requiring high-throughput and dependable storage solutions. It is well-suited for data centers and server farms where sustained performance and large-capacity storage are crucial for managing extensive workloads. How It's Used: Supporting virtualization platforms in enterprise IT infrastructures to handle multiple VM storage demands efficiently. Deploying in rack-mounted storage arrays within data centers to balance capacity and performance for mixed workload environments. Integrating into backup and archival systems that require reliable sequential data throughput with fast access to large datasets. Serving as primary storage in small to medium-sized business (SMB) servers handling transactional databases and file sharing. Utilizing in edge computing setups where consistent data capture and retrieval at remote sites are necessary. This drive enhances operational efficiency by delivering consistent data transfer rates and scalable storage capacity, facilitating smooth performance in demanding enterprise storage architectures. Its SAS interface and cache size aid in minimizing latency and improving responsiveness for critical IT operations.