What is the key difference between SATA and SAS versions of the Ultrastar HC320 8TB?

Both offer 8TB capacity and enterprise reliability, but SATA uses 6Gb/s interface while SAS uses 12Gb/s. Choose SATA for cost-effective sequential workloads or SAS for high-IOPS environments.

Is the SATA HC320 8TB suitable for heavy virtualization workloads?

For virtualization with moderate IOPS, yes. For high-density virtual machine deployments, SAS versions or SSD acceleration may provide better performance.

How does the dual-stage actuator benefit large-capacity drives like 8TB?

With more data spread across larger platters, dual-stage actuators maintain consistent seek performance across the disk. This keeps throughput high even during random I/O patterns.

Can I build a RAID 10 array with Ultrastar HC320 8TB SATA drives?

Yes, RAID 10 provides excellent performance and redundancy for Ultrastar SATA drives. Use an even number of drives and ensure proper controller tuning for optimal results.

What's the relationship between drive capacity and RAID rebuild time?

Larger drives like 8TB take longer to rebuild after failure—typically 24–48 hours. Plan frequent backups and monitor RAID health closely during rebuilds to prevent cascading failures.

Should I replace all drives simultaneously to avoid age-related failures?

Staggered replacement is better—buy drives from different manufacturing batches at different times to avoid simultaneous failures. This spreads costs and maintains array health.

What lead times does Procure.ae offer for enterprise SATA Ultrastar drives?

Contact Procure.ae with your capacity and quantity requirements to receive a quote and delivery timeline for the HC320 8TB SATA model.

Does Procure.ae provide technical support during large storage deployments?

Technical guidance and installation coordination are available. Procure.ae can advise on architecture, compatibility, and support during your deployment.

What capacity does the Ultrastar HC320 8TB SATA model provide?

This model delivers 8TB of high-capacity enterprise SATA storage for large-scale data center systems.

What cache size does the HC320 8TB SATA include?

The HC320 8TB includes 256 MB of cache, optimizing performance for enterprise workloads.

What warranty and support options apply to the Ultrastar HC320 8TB SATA?

Warranty varies by purchase agreement and region. Contact Procure.ae to confirm warranty duration, support tiers, and replacement policies for your order.

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Western Digital Ultrastar HC320 8TB Enterprise SATA Hard Drive

Western Digital Ultrastar HC320 8TB Enterprise SATA Hard Drive

Name: Western Digital Ultrastar HC320 8TB Enterprise SATA Hard Drive
Brand: Western Digital
SKU: HUS728T8TALE6L4

The Ultrastar HC320 8TB SATA is a high-capacity enterprise hard drive engineered for large-scale data centre storage systems. Features Rotational Vibration Safeguard (RVS), SATA 6Gb/s interface, dual-stage actuator, and 256 MB cache for reliable, consistent performance.

Overview

The Western Digital Ultrastar HC320 8TB SATA variant brings exceptional capacity and vibration compensation to enterprise SATA-based storage systems. Purpose-built for large-scale data centre deployments, it delivers the reliability and performance required for mission-critical multi-drive RAID arrays.

Key Features

8TB capacity for high-capacity enterprise deployments
SATA 6 Gb/s interface for broad compatibility with enterprise systems
7200 RPM spindle speed for responsive RAID performance
Rotational Vibration Safeguard (RVS) with dual-stage actuator for precise head positioning
Multi-axis shock sensor for mechanical durability in high-vibration environments
Load/unload ramp technology to reduce wear and extend drive life
RAID-specific time-limited error recovery minimises array fallout
2M hours MTBF with 0.44% AFR for enterprise-class reliability
Native 512-byte sector support for legacy system compatibility
256 MB cache buffer for optimised I/O throughput

Specifications

Capacity: 8 TB
Spindle Speed: 7200 RPM
Form Factor: 3.5 Inch
Interface: SATA 6 Gb/s
Cache Buffer: 256 MB
MTBF: 2,000,000 hours
AFR: 0.44%
Vibration Compensation: RVS (Rotational Vibration Safeguard)
Weight: 0.45 kg
Country of Origin: United Arab Emirates

Why buy from Procure.ae

Procure.ae supplies enterprise storage solutions and components to data centres, hosting providers, and large organisations across the UAE and GCC. Request a quote for volume pricing, SLA support options, and next-business-day delivery to your facility.

FAQ

Should I choose the SAS or SATA version of the HC320 8TB?
Choose SAS for maximum bandwidth and advanced features; choose SATA for broader compatibility with existing storage controllers. Contact Procure.ae to assess your system requirements.

What performance should I expect from this drive in a RAID 6 array?
Performance depends on your storage controller, network topology, and workload. Contact Procure.ae for benchmarking and performance guidance specific to your deployment.