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Number of USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
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Western Digital 18TB WD Red Pro NAS Internal Hard Drive HDD - 7200 RPM, SATA 6 Gb/s, CMR, 256 MB Cache, 3.5" - WD181KFGX
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Digital Storage Capacity | 18 TB |
Hard Disk Interface | Serial ATA-600 |
Connectivity Technology | SATA |
Brand | Western Digital |
Special Feature | Data Recovery Service |
Hard Disk Form Factor | 3.5 Inches |
Hard Disk Description | Mechanical Hard Disk |
Compatible Devices | Desktop PC, Storage System |
Installation Type | Internal Hard Drive |
Color | Red |
About this item
- Available in capacities ranging from 2 to 22TB(1) | (1) 1GB = 1 billion bytes and 1TB = 1 trillion bytes. Actual user capacity may be less depending on operating environment.
- For RAID-optimized NAS systems with unlimited number of bays
- Rated for 550TB/yr workload rate(2) | (2) Annualized Workload Rate = TB transferred x (8760 / recorded power-on hours). The maximum rated workload is specified for operating at typical temperature of 40C. Workload Rate will vary depending on your hardware and software components and configurations.
- Designed to handle the demands of high-intensity 24x7 multi-user NAS environments
- Western Digital partners with a wide range of NAS system vendors for extensive testing to ensure compatibility with most NAS enclosures
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Customer Ratings | ||||||
Storage Capacity | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.8 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.3 |
Noise level | 3.9 | 4.3 | 4.2 | 4.1 | 3.9 | 4.3 |
Easy to install | 4.5 | 4.5 | 5.0 | 4.6 | 4.6 | — |
Value for money | 3.9 | 4.2 | — | 3.4 | 4.1 | — |
Sold By | HardDrivesForSale | Amazon.com | Tech on Tech | Maestro Technology LLC | QuickDealStore | Tech on Tech |
storage capacity | 18 TB | 10 TB | 20000 GB | 1024 GB | 18000 GB | 22000 GB |
hardware interface | sata 1 5 gb | sata 6 0 gb | sata 6 0 gb | ata | sata 6 0 gb | sata 6 0 gb |
compatible devices | Desktop PC, Storage System | Desktop | Laptop | Desktops, Servers, JBOD Enclosures, NAS Enclosures | Computer | Desktop |
form factor | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch |
write speed | 0 | 0 | — | 269 | 240 | — |
read speed | 272 megabytes per second | 215 megabytes per second | — | — | 7200 gigabytes per second | — |
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ARCHIVE AND SHARE
Designed specifically for medium or large scale business customers, WD Red Pro drives are available up to 22TB and built for NAS systems.
For the Demands of Big Business
Engineered to handle high-intensity workloads in 24/7 environments, WD Red Pro is ideal for archiving and sharing, as well as RAID array rebuilding on extended operating systems such as ZFS or other file systems. These drives add value to your business by enabling your employees to quickly share their files and back-up folders reliably in your NAS solution.
Larger NAS Bay Shock Protection
WD Red Pro drives are equipped with a multi-axis shock sensor that automatically detects subtle shock events and dynamic fly height technology which adjusts each read-write function to compensate and protect the data. This combination of technology further protects the drives in large NAS environments and helps increase hard drive reliability.
24/7 Environment
Since your NAS system is always on, a reliable drive is essential. With an MTBF of up to 2.5 million hours, the WD Red Pro drive is engineered to tackle 24/7 environments.
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3D Active Balance Plus
Helps ensure your data is protected from excessive vibration and noise in a NAS or RAID environment. This dual-plane balance control reduces the degradation of your drive over time.
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Cooler operations and enhanced reliability
By reducing power consumption, the operating temperature of your NAS stays cool. With a lower temperature in your system, you can create a more reliable solution for your NAS.
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Feel the Power of NVMe
Tackle extreme workloads in high-intensity NAS environments with the fast-caching WD Red SN700 NVMe SSD. The drive’s exceptional I/O performance is perfect for larger NAS environments.
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Step up to enterprise-class performance
Specifically designed for use in enterprise-class storage systems and data centers, the WD Gold Enterprise Class HDD delivers the world-class performance you expect from Western Digital hard drives.
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Technical Details
Brand | Western Digital |
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Series | WD Red Pro |
Item model number | WD181KFGX-SPAFPN0 |
Hardware Platform | PC |
Item Weight | 0.317 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 1.03 x 5.79 x 4 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 1.03 x 5.79 x 4 inches |
Color | Red |
Flash Memory Size | 18 TB |
Hard Drive Interface | Serial ATA-600 |
Hard Drive Rotational Speed | 7200 RPM |
Manufacturer | Western Digital |
Language | English |
ASIN | B08K3TFM92 |
Date First Available | September 29, 2020 |
Additional Information
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
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Best Sellers Rank | #142 in Internal Hard Drives |
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Product Description
Designed specifically with medium or large scale business customers in mind, WD Red Pro drives are available for up to 24-bay NAS systems. Engineered to handle high-intensity workloads in 24x7 environments, WD Red Pro is ideal for archiving and sharing, as well as RAID array rebuilding on extended operating systems such as ZFS or other file systems. These drives add value to your business by enabling your employees to quickly share their files and back-up folders reliably in your NAS solution.
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Customers like the ease of installation, performance, and value of the computer drive. For example, they mention it's easy to install, performs well, and is good value for money. That said, opinions are mixed on quality and noise.
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Customers like the performance of the computer drive. They mention that it works well, has better performance characteristics, and is steadfast. Some say that the drive works perfectly upon installation and has had no problems with it in over two years. Customers also appreciate the drive's sleep mode and S.M.A.R.T features.
"...The drive lives up to the "Pro" in its name, providing reliable performance and ample storage capacity for my needs...." Read more
"...massive 20TB capacity; it's a symphony of quiet efficiency and steadfast performance...." Read more
"This drive worked perfectly upon installation and I've had no problems with it in over 2 weeks...." Read more
"...Product is safely delivered and works fine.As all HDDs do, 22TB means actually 20TB...." Read more
Customers like the ease of installation of the computer drive. They mention it's easy to install, initialize, and format to ExFAT. Some say that the setup was seamless for RAID 1, and that it'll be user-friendly enough for even the most tech-averse customers.
"...With the ease of setup and the brand's proven track record for quality products, it's a solid investment for both enthusiasts and those looking to..." Read more
"...Setting this up was a walk in the park, user-friendly enough for even the most tech-averse...." Read more
"...The drives were easily installed and detected properly in my system with flawless performance so far...." Read more
"First one was DOA. Cyclic redundancy errors and would not initialize straight out of the box...." Read more
Customers like the value of the computer drive. They mention it's a solid investment for both enthusiasts and those looking to secure their data. They also appreciate the great capacity for the price.
"...'s proven track record for quality products, it's a solid investment for both enthusiasts and those looking to secure their family's crucial..." Read more
"...As for the purchase, its a good price but saving 32%? No. the Drive is 269 list. On this, the first of December 2023, its 239 at WD, shipped...." Read more
"It was a great price and easy install. The noise has me concerned though. Everytime it turns on it starts making noises, compared to other drives...." Read more
"...drive takes the crown in energy use and loudness, it was a good bargain at the price i got it...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the computer drive. Some mention it's a more reliable drive for important data, impressed with the quality, and constructed well. However, others say that it'd be better off with another drive.
"...Internal Hard Drive is an excellent choice for anyone seeking a high-capacity, reliable storage solution...." Read more
"...please note that this is a mechanical drive and its lifespan is expected to be much lower than that of an equivalent SSD...." Read more
"...20TB WD Red Pro is like the Rolls Royce of NAS hard drives – luxurious in capacity, whisper-quiet in operation, and reliable to its core...." Read more
"...And my NAS shows it is fully capable of serving 20TB, which is great!!!Love this product,Love this seller,..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the noise of the computer drive. Some mention that it is very quiet and holds the data pretty well, while others say that it's quite noisy. Some say that the drive makes a constant ticking clock-like noise, while other say that they make a much louder start up sound. Some customers also mention that the drives make weird repetitive noises and bang around.
"...First of all, it's an old school mechanical drive. It will make some noise when in use. That is the nature of these drives...." Read more
"...First and foremost, the drive itself operates quietly, a feature that is appreciated in any home setup...." Read more
"...In my Fractal case, the drive has so much torque that it rattles around in the HDD cage. Sounds like a woodpecker...." Read more
"...The other drives just makes a weird repetitive noise and doesn't spin up. It's not recognized by windows. It's DOA (Dead On Arrival)!..." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the warranty of the hard drive. Some say that it has a good warranty and is designed to be used with a NAS, while others say that they don't have a warranty and that the warranty is worthless.
"Note the pro has a great warranty which is longer then the others. RMAd other WD drives that were not Pros and WD makes it so easy...." Read more
"no instruction, no warranty papers, etc. now I am not sure if that item is new or a returned repackage item...." Read more
"Great drives for the Synology NAS DS220+. Have a good warranty and are designed to be used with a NAS." Read more
"...It is my conclusion that Western Digital warranties are worthless...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the temperature reading of the drive. Some mention that it's only slightly warm to the touch, while others say that it runs 42 °C during Raid rebuilding. The drive is fast but runs hot, and some customers report that the temperature is off or there is no temperature shown.
"...Hoping these last as long.Another note is that the temperature seems to stay lower then my 12yr 4TB drives." Read more
"...In fact there was no temperature reading at all for 1 drive. So I let the drive warm up for a few hours and tried it again. Same thing...." Read more
"...super easy to initialize then format to ExFAT and only slightly warm to the touch...." Read more
"...3. TC feels cooler vs. original 500GB drive4. Don't have any noise issues with TC standing on wooden table...." Read more
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First and foremost, the drive itself operates quietly, a feature that is appreciated in any home setup. While the housing I chose for the drive could use a bit of improvement, the internal workings of the WD Red Pro drive are where it truly shines. It seamlessly integrates into my NAS system, delivering consistent and efficient performance.
Setting up a home NAS system with these drives was a breeze, even for someone with basic knowledge of storage systems. The user-friendly nature of the WD Red Pro series makes it accessible for those looking to establish emergency backups for crucial family information or simply expand their storage capabilities.
Having opted for a total of 4 drives for my NAS, the storage capacity has proven more than sufficient for my data needs. The reliability and consistency of WD drives have been a constant in all my systems over the years, and the WD Red Pro series is no exception. It's a trusted brand that excels in the field of storage solutions.
In conclusion, the Western Digital 14TB WD Red Pro NAS Internal Hard Drive is an excellent choice for anyone seeking a high-capacity, reliable storage solution. With the ease of setup and the brand's proven track record for quality products, it's a solid investment for both enthusiasts and those looking to secure their family's crucial information. I highly recommend WD Red Pro drives for anyone in need of professional-grade storage performance.
Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2023
First and foremost, the drive itself operates quietly, a feature that is appreciated in any home setup. While the housing I chose for the drive could use a bit of improvement, the internal workings of the WD Red Pro drive are where it truly shines. It seamlessly integrates into my NAS system, delivering consistent and efficient performance.
Setting up a home NAS system with these drives was a breeze, even for someone with basic knowledge of storage systems. The user-friendly nature of the WD Red Pro series makes it accessible for those looking to establish emergency backups for crucial family information or simply expand their storage capabilities.
Having opted for a total of 4 drives for my NAS, the storage capacity has proven more than sufficient for my data needs. The reliability and consistency of WD drives have been a constant in all my systems over the years, and the WD Red Pro series is no exception. It's a trusted brand that excels in the field of storage solutions.
In conclusion, the Western Digital 14TB WD Red Pro NAS Internal Hard Drive is an excellent choice for anyone seeking a high-capacity, reliable storage solution. With the ease of setup and the brand's proven track record for quality products, it's a solid investment for both enthusiasts and those looking to secure their family's crucial information. I highly recommend WD Red Pro drives for anyone in need of professional-grade storage performance.
Imagine finding the holy grail of storage solutions for your home NAS setup. Enter the Western Digital 20TB WD Red Pro NAS Internal Hard Drive. This behemoth of a drive isn't just about its massive 20TB capacity; it's a symphony of quiet efficiency and steadfast performance.
The drive hums along like a silent ninja, a much-appreciated trait for any home system. Its insides are where the magic happens, integrating into my NAS setup like a dream, showcasing its prowess with every task thrown at it.
Setting this up was a walk in the park, user-friendly enough for even the most tech-averse. It's like having a friendly storage wizard guiding you through the process, whether you're aiming to safeguard precious family data or just giving your digital library room to grow.
With five of these titans in my NAS, I'm swimming in a sea of storage space. It's like having your own digital Fort Knox, reliable and unflinching. WD has been a constant companion in my tech journey, and the Red Pro series upholds that legacy with aplomb.
In short, the Western Digital 20TB WD Red Pro is like the Rolls Royce of NAS hard drives – luxurious in capacity, whisper-quiet in operation, and reliable to its core. For anyone seeking the pinnacle of storage solutions, this is it. WD Red Pro doesn't just meet expectations; it sails right past them into the stratosphere.
I don't personally find this drive to be loud and it's running in an external disk drive enclosure. It runs about once an hour for however long Time Machine needs to run. When the drive is in use, it does make some noise, but it can't be heard at all outside of the room it's in. I sleep in the room next to where it lives and both rooms are always open and I've never had this drive make enough noise to be heard beyond maybe 7 feet from it and it can barely be heard at that distance. So why are some people complaining rather bitterly about how loud this drive is?
First of all, it's an old school mechanical drive. It will make some noise when in use. That is the nature of these drives. And the more you use them and the more filled up they get, the more likely they are to make some noise on use. It is also possible that some drives off the manufacturing line are better than others, some are worse, and some of the people who complain just by bad luck got a noisy one. I don't find the noise I'm hearing to be unusual for this type of drive. I've heard a lot worse. Also, if someone is going to use this drive with a lot of file deletions and additions, it's going to make more noise. My suggestion for people who are extremely noise sensitive is to consider paying more and using SSDs instead. They won't make any noise. This drive has worked exactly as I intended it to work and I would recommend it to others. Again, please note that this is a mechanical drive and its lifespan is expected to be much lower than that of an equivalent SSD. You should probably think about replacing it after 3-4 years whereas for a 2 TB SSD, ,in theory you could get decades of heavy use before it goes bad. That's why SSDs cost more.
Product is safely delivered and works fine.
As all HDDs do, 22TB means actually 20TB.
And my NAS shows it is fully capable of serving 20TB, which is great!!!
Love this product,
Love this seller,
I would love to reorder the same product next time.
Thank you.
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Feels deceived.
Have to waste my time and return it now.
Reviewed in Canada on October 14, 2023
Feels deceived.
Have to waste my time and return it now.