Western Digital 1TB WD Red Plus NAS Hard Drive

Designed to handle the demands of small- to medium-sized business NAS environments and increased workloads for SOHO customers, the WD Red Plus is an ideal solution for archiving and sharing, as well as RAID array rebuilding on systems using ZFS and other file systems. Built and tested for up to 8-bay NAS systems, these drives offer the flexibility, versatility, and confidence users need to store and share their precious home and work files.

Available in capacities ranging from 1TB to 14TB, the WD Red Plus supports up to 8 bays and delivers 5400RPM performance class. With a workload rate of up to 180 TB/yr*, these drives are designed for 24x7 use in small or medium business NAS systems. Supported by a 3-year limited warranty, the WD Red Plus features NASware firmware for seamless compatibility.

It's important to note that during the transition period, WD Red Plus devices may be delivered with a "WD Red" label. However, you can rest assured that the device you receive will be the CMR-version of the WD Red, which can be confirmed by the model number. This model uses CMR technology and is being renamed "WD Red Plus" to distinguish it from the current "WD Red" product, which uses SMR technology.

The key features of the WD Red Plus include: - Capacities ranging from 1TB to 14TB - Support for up to 8 bays - 5400RPM performance class - Workload rate of up to 180 TB/yr* - NASware firmware for compatibility - 3-year limited warranty - CMR technology (distinct from the SMR-based WD Red)

By offering a balance of performance, versatility, and reliability, the WD Red Plus is an ideal choice for small- to medium-sized businesses and SOHO customers looking to optimize their NAS environments. With its ability to handle increased workloads and seamless integration with various file systems, the WD Red Plus provides users with the confidence and flexibility they need to efficiently store, share, and protect their valuable data.

*Workload Rate is defined as the amount of user data transferred to or from the hard drive. Workload Rate is annualized (TB transferred ✕ (8760 / recorded power-on hours)).

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