Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC555 (0B48722) 16TB/512MB 3.5" 7200 RPM Hard Drive

Running out of storage space while keeping your servers online 24/7 can cripple productivity and increase costs. The Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC555 (0B48722) 16TB/512MB 3.5" 7200 RPM Hard Drive is a high-capacity, high-reliability drive designed for data-centre workloads, giving you the space and endurance you need to keep critical applications running smoothly.

Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC555 (0B48722) 16TB/512MB 3.5" 7200 RPM Hard Drive - the solution for nonstop data demand

Data centres often struggle with balancing capacity growth against power and cooling limits. When storage cannot keep up, latency rises and service levels suffer. This drive tackles the issue by offering 16 TB of space in a low-power helium-sealed package, while maintaining the robustness required for continuous operation. It delivers the performance and durability needed for demanding, multi-user environments, helping you avoid costly upgrades and downtime.

Usages of Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC555 (0B48722) 16TB/512MB 3.5" 7200 RPM Hard Drive

The drive fits a range of enterprise scenarios.

• High-capacity storage arrays for cloud and virtualisation platforms.
• Backup and archival systems that need long-term reliability.
• Video-on-demand or media-streaming servers with large libraries.
• Big-data analytics clusters where fast sequential reads are vital.
• Enterprise-grade NAS devices serving multiple workstations.

Key Features of Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC555 (0B48722) 16TB/512MB 3.5" 7200 RPM Hard Drive

• Capacity: 16 TB. Provides ample room for massive data sets without additional drives.
• Spindle Speed: 7200 rpm. Ensures steady data throughput for continuous workloads.
• Buffer Size: 512 MB. Improves cache performance and reduces latency during heavy I/O.
• Interface: SATA 6 Gb/s. Offers fast, widely compatible connections for modern servers.
• MTBF: 2,500,000 hours. Guarantees exceptional reliability over many years of operation.
• Power Consumption: 6.4 watt (typical) | 5.3 watt (idle). Keeps energy costs low while delivering high capacity.
• HelioSeal™ Technology: Helium-filled interior reduces friction, lowering power draw and heat output.
• Triple-Stage Actuator (TSA): Increases track density and improves precision for higher storage density.
• Rotation Vibration (RV) Sensor: Detects and compensates for vibration, maintaining performance in dense rack environments.
• Dynamic Fly Height Technology: Adjusts head height in real time to protect data from shock and vibration.

Benefits of Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC555 (0B48722) 16TB/512MB 3.5" 7200 RPM Hard Drive

You gain massive storage capacity without expanding rack space, allowing you to consolidate workloads and reduce hardware footprints. The low power draw and helium-sealed design lower both electricity bills and cooling requirements, helping you meet sustainability targets. With a 2.5 million-hour MTBF and advanced vibration protection, the drive delivers uninterrupted service, protecting your data from loss and downtime. High sequential transfer rates and a large cache ensure fast access to large files, keeping applications responsive even under heavy load. Overall, the drive offers a cost-effective, reliable foundation for any data-intensive operation.

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