Name: WD3000F9YZ Western Digital 3TB SATA 6Gb/s 64MB Cache 3.5-inch Datacenter HDD
Brand: Western Digital
SKU: WD3000F9YZ
Price: 209.60 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The WD3000F9YZ Western Digital drive offers 3TB of storage tailored for datacenter use, fitting into standard 3.5-inch bays. It provides consistent performance through its SATA 6Gb/s interface and 64MB cache, making it a solid component in enterprise storage setups where reliability and sustained operation matter most.

General Information
Brand	Western Digital
Part Number	WD3000F9YZ

Technical Information
Capacity	3TB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	3.5-inch SATA III (6 Gb/s)
Cache	64MB
Spindle Speed	7200 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Datacenter,Server
MTBF	1200000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SATA

Physical Characteristics
Height	1.028 in
Width	4.00 in
Depth	5.787 in
Dimensions	1.028 x 4.00 x 5.787 inches
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
The Western Digital WD3000F9YZ is a high-capacity hard drive designed to store and manage substantial amounts of data efficiently. It's commonly found in datacenter environments where reliable and consistent storage is critical. Built for applications that require dependable performance and durability, this drive suits IT professionals and system administrators focused on maintaining large-scale storage systems. Key Features High-capacity 3TB storage supporting extensive data archives Advanced SATA 6Gb/s interface for smooth data flow Large 64MB cache that helps improve read/write speed Enterprise-grade build quality designed for 24/7 operation Compatible with 3.5-inch bays prevalent in server racks This model is often deployed in datacenter servers and storage arrays, where continuous uptime is essential. Its balance of capacity and speed makes it a practical choice for handling workloads like backups, virtualization, and large database storage without unnecessary complexity.

Use Cases
The WD3000F9YZ 3TB SATA hard drive is engineered for demanding datacenter environments where consistent throughput and storage density are critical. It suits IT teams managing enterprise storage arrays requiring durable and reliable drives to handle continuous workloads and large data volumes efficiently. How It's Used: Integrated into high-capacity storage clusters to support virtualization hosts in enterprise data centers. Deployed within rack-mounted server arrays for cloud service providers requiring sustained data availability. Utilized in on-premises backup systems for SMBs aiming to maintain rapid recovery across large datasets. Incorporated in archival storage solutions that prioritize capacity and reliability over rapid random access. Used in edge computing nodes where rugged operation and consistent throughput support localized data processing. This drive’s balance of capacity and performance facilitates scalable storage infrastructures, enabling IT operations to maintain efficiency while managing growth in data-intensive environments.