HUS728T8TALE6L4 Western Digital 8TB SATA 6Gbps 3.5-inch Internal Hard Drive
HUS728T8TALE6L4 Overview
The Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC320 8TB (Model: HUS728T8TALE6L4) is an enterprise-class storage solution designed for high-performance and mission-critical reliability. Previously known as the HGST Ultrastar 7K8, this 8TB drive is built on a field-proven, air-filled platform that balances capacity with extreme durability. It is specifically engineered for 24/7 operation in high-density data centers, distributed file systems, and enterprise-grade NAS environments. By utilizing Conventional Magnetic Recording (CMR) technology, the HC320 ensures seamless compatibility with all major storage controllers and RAID configurations, making it a “plug-and-play” powerhouse for modern IT infrastructure.
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HUS728T8TALE6L4 Technical Specifications
Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC320 8TB 7200RPM SATA 6Gbps 256MB Cache (SE / 512e) 3.5-inch Internal Hard Drive
Manufacturer: Western Digital
Manufacture Part Number: HUS728T8TALE6L4
Series: Ultrastar DC HC320 (7K8 Series)
Storage Capacity: 8 Terabytes (8TB)
Interface Type: SATA 6Gb/s
Form Factor: 3.5-Inch LFF
Recording Technology: Conventional Magnetic Recording (CMR)
Enclosure Design: Air-filled
Sector Format: 512e (Advanced Format)
Performance Metrics
Spindle Rotation Speed: 7200 RPM
Data Buffer (Cache): 256 MB
Sustained Transfer Rate: Up to 255 MB/s (Typical)
Interface Transfer Rate: 6.0 Gb/s
Average Latency: 4.16 ms
Reliability & Integrity
MTBF (Mean Time Between Failure): 2,000,000 Hours
AFR (Annualized Failure Rate): 0.44%
Workload Rating: Up to 550TB per Year
Load/Unload Cycles: 600,000
Security Feature: SE (Standard Model)
Power & Environmental
Operating Power (Typical): 8.8 Watts
Idle Power (Typical): 7.4 Watts
Operating Temperature: 5°C to 60°C
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