Western Digital 18TB Red Pro 7200 RPM SATA III 3.5-Inch Internal NAS Hard Drive

The Western Digital 18TB Red Pro NAS Hard Drive is a 3.5-inch internal hard disk designed for compatible NAS environments that require substantial storage capacity. It provides 18TB of storage, a 7200 RPM rotational speed and SATA III interface, making it suitable for NAS systems and storage configurations that support the drive’s specifications. As part of the WD Red Pro range, the drive is intended for NAS workloads, with its suitability depending on the NAS enclosure, number of drive bays, RAID configuration and operating environment.

Product Features

18TB High-Capacity Storage

The drive provides 18TB of storage capacity, giving compatible NAS systems substantial space for files, backups and other stored data.

Actual usable capacity will be lower than the advertised capacity because storage systems use part of the drive capacity for formatting and system requirements.

7200 RPM Rotational Speed

The WD Red Pro 18TB operates at 7200 RPM. Rotational speed is one of the factors that influences hard-drive performance, alongside cache, interface, workload and the rest of the storage system.

SATA III Interface

The drive uses a SATA III interface, providing compatibility with NAS systems and other storage equipment designed to accept compatible 3.5-inch SATA hard drives.

3.5-Inch Internal Hard Drive

The WD Red Pro is a 3.5-inch internal HDD, so the NAS enclosure or storage system must have compatible 3.5-inch drive bays and SATA connectivity.

Designed for NAS Environments

WD Red Pro drives are designed for use in NAS systems. The actual number of supported drive bays and workload suitability should be checked against the NAS manufacturer’s compatibility information and the specific WD Red Pro model.

Suitable for NAS Storage Configurations

The 18TB capacity can be used in supported NAS configurations for centralized file storage and other workloads supported by the NAS system.

Where multiple drives are installed, the resulting usable capacity depends on the RAID or storage configuration selected.

Large Storage Capacity for Data-Intensive Environments

An 18TB drive provides considerable capacity for organizations managing large volumes of digital files. The appropriate capacity depends on the amount of data being stored, expected growth and whether redundancy is required.

Internal Storage Installation

Unlike a portable external hard drive, the WD Red Pro is intended to be installed internally in compatible NAS or storage hardware.

The drive should be installed according to the NAS manufacturer’s instructions.

Product Specifications

• Brand: Western Digital
• Product family: WD Red Pro
• Capacity: 18TB
• Drive type: Internal hard disk drive
• Form factor: 3.5-inch
• Rotational speed: 7200 RPM
• Interface: SATA III
• Application: NAS storage
• Drive class: NAS hard drive
• Storage technology: HDD
• Installation: Internal
• Compatibility: Compatible NAS systems with supported 3.5-inch SATA drive bays
• Actual usable capacity: Lower than stated capacity after formatting and system requirements
• RAID use: Dependent on NAS system and selected storage configuration

Western Digital Red Pro for NAS Storage

The WD Red Pro 18TB is intended for NAS environments rather than general portable storage. When installed in a compatible NAS enclosure, the drive becomes part of the system’s overall storage architecture.

For a NAS installation, the drive should be selected alongside the NAS manufacturer’s supported-drive list, the number of drive bays and the intended storage configuration.

If several 18TB drives are installed, the available usable capacity will depend on how the NAS is configured. For example, RAID configurations can provide redundancy but may reduce the storage capacity available for files compared with simply adding together the raw capacities of the installed drives.

18TB NAS Hard Drive for Business Storage

An 18TB NAS hard drive can be useful where an organization needs substantial local storage capacity within a compatible NAS system.

Potential applications include:

• Centralized file storage
• Business document storage
• Data repositories
• Backup storage
• Media file storage
• NAS-based storage configurations

The appropriate application depends on the NAS hardware, software and workload.

Choosing the Right NAS Hard Drive

Before purchasing the Western Digital Red Pro 18TB, check the NAS manufacturer’s compatibility requirements.

Check NAS Compatibility

Confirm that your NAS supports:

• 3.5-inch SATA hard drives
• The 18TB capacity
• The specific WD Red Pro model
• The required number of drives for your intended configuration

Consider Your Storage Requirements

An 18TB drive provides substantial raw capacity, but your actual usable capacity depends on formatting and the NAS storage configuration.

If redundancy is required, factor the chosen RAID or storage scheme into your capacity calculations before deciding how many drives to purchase.

Consider Drive Count

NAS systems may contain one or multiple drives. The number of drives required depends on the NAS enclosure and the storage or RAID configuration you intend to use.

Why Choose the Western Digital Red Pro 18TB?

The Western Digital Red Pro 18TB combines a large 18TB capacity, 7200 RPM rotational speed, 3.5-inch form factor and SATA III interface in a drive designed for compatible NAS environments.

For organizations expanding an existing NAS or building a compatible high-capacity storage system, these specifications provide the basis for evaluating whether the drive matches the requirements of the intended NAS hardware.

At Zeneric Networks Limited, we can help you confirm the drive specifications, NAS compatibility, availability and purchasing requirements in Nairobi and across Kenya.

Contact Zeneric Networks Limited for the Western Digital Red Pro 18TB NAS Hard Drive, current pricing and availability.