Name: WUS721208BLE6L4 Western Digital Ultrastar DC HA340 8TB 7200RPM SATA 6Gb/s 256MB Cache 3.5-Inch Enterprise Hard Drive
Brand: Western Digital
SKU: WUS721208BLE6L4
Price: 1.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (125 reviews)

Product Overview
The Western Digital Ultrastar DC HA340 8TB drive offers a 7,200 RPM spindle speed paired with a SATA 6Gb/s interface, delivering a balance between capacity and access performance. Designed for enterprise usage, it includes a 256MB cache and 512e sector emulation, fitting into standard 3.5-inch drive bays.

General Information
Brand	Western Digital

Technical Information
Capacity	8TB
Drive Type	Internal Hard Drive
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	512e
Cache	256MB
Spindle Speed	7200 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Enterprise,Data Center,Server
MTBF	2500000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SATA 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
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, TUV

Product Description
The Western Digital Ultrastar DC HA340 (WUS721208BLE6L4) is an 8TB enterprise-class hard drive designed to provide substantial storage capacity with consistent rotational speed. It is typically deployed in data centers, servers, and enterprise storage systems that require a reliable balance of capacity and performance. This hard drive is suitable for IT professionals and system administrators managing enterprise storage infrastructures. It meets the needs of environments where large data volumes are stored and accessed regularly. Key Features 8TB storage capacity suitable for high-density data storage 7,200 RPM spindle speed for stable operation and access times SATA 6Gb/s interface compatible with standard enterprise storage controllers 256MB cache memory to assist data transfer processes 512e (512-byte emulation) sector size for compatibility with various file systems This hard drive supports applications requiring large, consistent data storage without specialized hardware changes. Its 3.5-inch form factor aligns with standard enterprise drive slots, facilitating integration into existing systems. The Ultrastar DC HA340 provides a practical option for expanding storage capacity within enterprise environments.

Use Cases
This hard drive is typically used in enterprise data centers and storage arrays where stable capacity and standard interface compatibility are required. It serves environments that handle large datasets such as backup servers, archival storage, and general-purpose enterprise storage workloads. How It's Used: Installed in enterprise server storage arrays requiring 8TB capacity per drive Used for archival and backup storage where sustained throughput is necessary Employed in data center environments supporting mixed workload operations Integrated in storage systems using SATA 6Gb/s interfaces for broad compatibility Deployed in environments requiring 512e sector support for legacy compatibility The drive's form factor and interface facilitate straightforward deployment in standard enterprise hardware configurations, contributing to system storage scalability and consistent operational characteristics in enterprise IT infrastructures.

FAQ's
What interface does the WUS721208BLE6L4 use? The WUS721208BLE6L4 uses a SATA 6Gb/s interface, providing compatibility with standard enterprise storage systems that support this connection type. What is the spindle speed of this drive? The drive operates at 7,200 RPM, balancing data access speed with storage capacity for enterprise applications. What does 512e sector size mean for this drive? 512e refers to 512-byte emulation sectors, allowing compatibility with traditional file systems while physically using 4K sectors on the drive. Can this drive fit in a standard server chassis? Yes, it has a 3.5-inch form factor designed to fit in standard enterprise server and storage chassis bays. What is the cache size on the Ultrastar DC HA340? This model includes a 256MB cache, which helps buffer data during read and write operations to improve transfer efficiency. Is this drive intended for consumer or enterprise use? The WUS721208BLE6L4 is designed for enterprise use, suited to data center and server environments requiring large capacity and consistent performance.