Specifically designed for use in NAS systems with up to 8 bays
Supports up to 180TB/yr workload rate
NASware firmware for compatibility
Small and home office NAS systems in a 24×7 environment

With capacity up to 10TB, the WD Red drive is squarely aimed at NAS systems that have one to eight drive bays. The WD Red is designed with advanced technologies, and extensively tested in the unique 24×7 operating environments, making it a reliable solution for storing, backing up and protecting your precious data.
Equip your NAS with WD Red hard drives and enjoy streaming your media, backing up your PCs, sharing your files, and managing your digital content quickly and easily.

WD Red for Home Stream, backup, organize and effortlessly share your digital content to your TV, PC and more. NASware technology increases your drives’ compatibility with your NAS system, for better playback with your devices.

WD Red for Small Business Businesses thrive on productivity and efficiency, two guiding principles built into the design of the WD Red drive. Share and backup files at the speed of your business with a WD Red drive in your NAS.

WD Red for Big Business Looking for maximum performance in a heavy use NAS? The WD Red drive is designed to handle an increase in workload and system demand for silk-smooth experience.

Designed For NAS Desktop drives aren’t purpose-built for NAS. But WD Red drives with NASware 3.0 are. WD’s exclusive technology takes the guesswork out of selecting a drive. WD can help you find the perfect storage for your NAS system.

Cooler Temperatures By reducing power consumption, the operating temperature of your NAS stays cool. With a lower temperature in your system, you can create a more reliable solution for your NAS.

Built for NAS Compatibility WD Red drives with NASware technology are purpose-built to balance performance and reliability in NAS and RAID environments.

Desktop Drive vs. WD Red Drive A desktop hard drive is not typically tested and designed for NAS environments. WD Red has features such as NAS compatibility, increased reliability and more.

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