Western Digital Red Plus 2TB 3.5″ HDD
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About This Item
- 2 TB capacity for NAS storage
- 5400 RPM with 150 MiB/s sustained transfer rate
- Serial ATA 6 Gbit/s interface with 64 MB cache
- 1 million hours MTBF for 24/7 operation
- Hot-swap compatible for easy maintenance
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Western Digital Red Plus 2 TB | NAS Storage Drive
The Western Digital Red Plus internal hard drive 2 TB 5400 RPM 64 MB 3.5″ Serial ATA is engineered specifically for small to medium business NAS environments. With its 5400 RPM speed and NASware technology, this drive delivers reliable 24/7 operation for home offices and small businesses needing dependable storage for file sharing, backup, and media streaming.
Technical Specifications
| Metric | Spec |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 2 TB |
| Interface | SATA 6 Gbit/s |
| Speed | 5400 RPM |
| Buffer | 64 MB |
| MTBF | 1,000,000 hours |
Built for 24/7 NAS Operation
The WD Red Plus drive is specifically designed for continuous operation in NAS systems up to 8 bays. With an MTBF of 1 million hours, this drive handles the demands of always-on environments where reliability is essential. The 5400 RPM speed provides optimal balance between performance and power efficiency, making it ideal for media servers, file sharing, and backup systems that run continuously.
NASware Technology for Seamless Integration
Western Digital’s exclusive NASware technology is built into every Red Plus drive to optimize compatibility with your existing network. This advanced firmware improves integration with NAS enclosures, reducing compatibility issues and simplifying setup. The technology also enhances reliability in RAID configurations, making it easier to expand your storage system without worrying about drive conflicts or performance degradation.
Advanced Balance Control for Quiet Operation
The 3D Active Balance Plus technology significantly improves drive performance and reliability by controlling vibration across two planes. In multi-drive NAS systems, unbalanced drives can cause excessive noise and vibration that reduces lifespan and performance. This enhanced balance control ensures quieter operation and longer drive life, particularly important in office environments where noise levels matter.
Energy Efficient Design
With power consumption as low as 0.4W in standby mode and only 2.3W when idle, the WD Red Plus delivers excellent energy efficiency for 24/7 operation. The 5400 RPM speed combined with optimized firmware reduces power draw compared to desktop drives, helping to lower operating costs for businesses running multiple drives continuously. This efficiency doesn’t compromise performance, with sustained transfer rates of 150 MiB/s maintaining responsive file access.
In the box
- Western Digital Red Plus 2 TB internal hard drive
- Installation guide
- Warranty information
Before you order
- Confirm your NAS enclosure supports 3.5″ SATA drives
- Verify your system has available 5V/12V power connections
- Check that your NAS firmware supports drives up to 2 TB capacity
- Ensure you have appropriate screw mounts for 3.5″ drive installation
Buyer FAQs
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Why we rate it
The Western Digital Red Plus 2 TB is an excellent choice for small businesses and home offices needing reliable NAS storage. Its combination of 24/7 durability, energy efficiency, and NASware technology makes it particularly well-suited for continuous operation in multi-drive environments. Covered by the applicable manufacturer warranty.
| Weight | 0.45 kg |
|---|---|
| Type | HDD |
| Component for | NAS |
| HDD sustained transfer rate | 150 MiB/s |
| HDD interface transfer rate | 6 Gbit/s |
| Start/stop cycles | 600000 |
| HDD speed | 5400 RPM |
| HDD size | 3.5″ |
| HDD capacity | 2 TB |
| Storage drive buffer size | 64 MB |
| Power consumption standby | 0.4 W |
| Power consumption write | 3.3 W |
| Power consumption read | 3.3 W |
| Power consumption idle | 2.3 W |
| Start-up current | 1.2 A |
| Operating voltage | 5, 12 V |
| Operating temperature T-T | 0 – 65 °C |
| Storage temperature T-T | -40 – 70 °C |
| Operating shock | 30 G |
| Non-operating shock | 350 G |
| Mean time between failures MTBF | 1000000 h |
| Hot-swap | Yes |
| Width | 101.6 mm |
| Weight | 450 g |
| Height | 26.1 mm |
| Depth | 147 mm |
| Quantity per pack | 1 pc(s) |
| Interface | Serial ATA |
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