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Western Digital Ultrastar 4 TB SAS - 0B36048

Western Digital Ultrastar 4 TB SAS - 0B36048

Delivering economics and access speed to data center applications and workloads. This 4 TB enterpr...

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The Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC310 4TB hard drive is an enterprise-class storage solution engineered for IT managers and professionals requiring reliable, cost-effective performance for server and workstation environments. It excels at handling sustained workloads with its 7200 RPM speed and robust MTBF rating, making it ideal for distributed and scalable computing architectures. Please note that this is a 3.5-inch enterprise drive, which is specifically optimized for server chassis rather than standard consumer desktop environments, so ensure your system hardware supports enterprise-level mounting and cooling.

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Model Part Number0B36048
BrandWestern Digital

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FAQs

Is this drive suitable for a personal desktop computer?

While it can function in a desktop, it is designed for enterprise server environments and may be louder than consumer-specific hard drives.

What is the warranty period for this drive?

Warranty terms are determined by your vendor or supplier; please refer to your purchase documentation for specific support coverage.

Can I mix this drive with other models in a RAID array?

It is generally recommended to use identical drives in a RAID array to ensure consistent performance, capacity, and sector size compatibility.

What is the difference between SAS and SATA versions?

SAS is designed for high-availability enterprise storage with advanced error recovery, while SATA is the standard for most consumer and general-purpose business storage.

How often should I check the drive health?

In an enterprise environment, it is best practice to monitor SMART attributes daily or weekly via your server's management software.

Troubleshooting

Drive not detected by the server BIOS

Verify that the SAS or SATA cables are securely seated and that the power supply provides consistent 5V/12V rails.

Drive running at high temperatures

Check server fan speeds and ensure the airflow path is not obstructed by cabling or dust accumulation.

RAID array showing degraded status

Check the SMART data to see if the drive is reporting specific read/write errors and consider re-seating the drive in the backplane.

Pros and Cons

Pros

  • High 2,000,000-hour MTBF for long-term operational reliability
  • Fast 7200 RPM spindle speed for improved data access times
  • Generous 256 MB buffer size to manage heavy data throughput
  • Handles up to 550TB of workload per year
  • Efficient power consumption during idle and typical use

Cons

  • Not intended for standard consumer laptop or small form factor PC enclosures
  • Operational noise levels are higher compared to consumer-grade NAS drives
  • Requires proper server-grade airflow for optimal temperature maintenance

Setup, Compatibility & Care

Installation requires a standard 3.5-inch drive bay. Ensure that your server chassis provides adequate ventilation, as the drive operates within a recommended temperature range of 5°C to 60°C. When handling the drive, follow standard anti-static procedures to prevent electrostatic discharge damage. Because this is an enterprise-grade component, verify your host controller's BIOS or RAID manager settings to ensure compatibility with 512e sector formatting. For long-term health, avoid frequent abrupt power cycles and monitor the SMART attributes periodically to track drive life and performance metrics.

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