WD Red Plus 4TB

The WD Red Plus 4TB hard disk belongs among the high load internal HDDs for 24/7 operation in data centres. The 3.5" format is made chiefly for desktop PCs and data centres. One of the crucial characteristics is undoubtedly the number of revolutions per minute (RPM). The 5400 RPM RPM should satisfy the demands of most typical users. You can look forward to a total data capacity of 4000 GB. The device features a 128 MB memory cache. You can link the Western Digital hard drive and other hardware is takes place via the SATA III interface.

WD Red Plus 4TB Hard Disk Key Features

• Read speed up to 175 MB/s and write speed up to 175 MB/s
• 128 MB memory cache
• Western Digital 3.5" disk fits into classic larger bays
• Typically, the power consumption of the hard drive is 4,8 W, while in stand-by mode it holds at 0.4 W
• You can connect it to a PC or other devices using the SATA III interface
• HDDs don't have much resistance against physical shocks, but they also deliver a better storage capacity for less money than SSDs

Other Hard Disk Features

The HDD boasts a unique design. Inside the drive there is a mechanism that uses moving platters, complete with disk read and write heads. These mechanical parts are admittedly more sensitive to shocks, but on the upside, this design also delivers a great combo of a low price and great storage capacity. The important criterion that determines the speed of a hard disk is the number of rotations per minute (RPM). With the WD Red Plus 4TB, we have 5400 RPM RPM. This is a popular option for ordinary home computers and other devices that do not require high performance. Data transmission and stability is also influenced by the disk buffer, usually called cache. The Western Digital HDD is equipped with a 128 MB cache that keeps the last written data for their fast retrieval and reading.

Connecting the Western Digital Hard Drive

In order to mount the WD Red Plus 4TB in your PC or other device, it must have a 3.5" slot. The communication between the HDD and PC takes place using the SATA III interface, boasting a standard speed of 6 Gbit/s. The technology is one of the best HDD data transfer solutions available and delivers a throughput of 600 MB/s.