Name: WD40EFRX-68WT0N0 Western Digital Red 4TB 5400RPM SATA 6GB/s 64MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
Brand: Western Digital
SKU: WD40EFRX-68WT0N0
Price: 393.21 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (124 reviews)

Product Overview
The Western Digital Red 4TB hard drive provides dependable storage tailored for NAS systems. It fits well in setups where steady, around-the-clock access to shared data is crucial, combining ample capacity with energy-conscious performance and firmware designed to support multi-drive arrays.

General Information
Brand	Western Digital
Part Number	WD40EFRX-68WT0N0

Technical Information
Capacity	4TB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	3.5-inch SATA (SATA III 6 Gb/s)
Cache	64MB
Spindle Speed	5400 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
MTBF	1000000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SATA

Physical Characteristics
Height	1.03
Width	4.00
Depth	5.79
Dimensions	1.03 x 4.00 x 5.79 inches
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL

Product Description
The Western Digital Red 4TB hard drive is built for network-attached storage (NAS) systems, offering reliable storage designed to run 24/7. It’s commonly found in home and small business NAS setups where consistent access to data is important. Users who manage extensive media libraries, backups, or shared files benefit from this drive’s optimized firmware that helps reduce errors and improve system compatibility. Its lower RPM contributes to quieter operation and less heat generation, ideal for multi-drive environments. Key Features Capacity well-suited for storing large backups and multimedia files Energy-efficient spindle speed reduces power consumption and noise Interface supports rapid data transfer for smooth file access across the network Cache memory boosts drive responsiveness during frequent read/write tasks Engineered specifically for NAS environments to enhance reliability Typically deployed in NAS units within homes or small offices, this drive handles continuous operation without compromising stability. It plays a key role in maintaining accessible shared storage while keeping power and noise levels manageable.

Use Cases
The Western Digital Red 4TB hard drive is optimized for NAS environments where continuous data availability and reliability are essential. It serves businesses and small to medium enterprises that require efficient, scalable storage solutions to manage shared files, backups, and data archives within multi-drive systems. How It's Used: Deployment in SMB NAS arrays to support collaborative file sharing and centralized data access. Integration within home office networks for secure backup and media storage with low power consumption. Use in remote or branch office environments requiring dependable, quiet storage for critical data synchronization. Incorporation into virtualization hosts to provide consistent storage performance for virtual machine data. Expansion of storage clusters in edge computing scenarios where space and energy efficiency are priorities. This drive’s design enhances operational efficiency by delivering reliable data handling and energy-conscious performance, making it suitable for scalable NAS implementations that demand consistent uptime and data integrity.