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Silver 3.5 inch HGST hard drive bare unit

HGST

HGST HUH721008ALE600 8TB 3.5" SATA 7200 RPM internal hard drive

SKU CH-BSR6-3WKYC

An 8 TB desktop hard drive with a 7200 RPM spindle and 6 Gb/s SATA interface for server workloads

  • Total capacity8 TB
  • Interface typeSATA
  • Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Packaging typeBare Drive
  • Rotational speed7,200 RPM
  • Mean latency6Gb/s
  • 8 TB capacity stores large server datasets
  • 7200 RPM spindle delivers fast sequential throughput
  • SATA 6 Gb/s interface matches standard backplanes
  • 5-inch form factor fits enterprise drive bays
  • HGST Ultrastar engineering built for continuous operation

8TB 3.5" SATA Drive for Servers

The HGST HUH721008ALE600 is an 8TB 3.5-inch internal hard drive built for server workloads. It spins at 7200 RPM and connects through a 6Gb/s SATA interface. The drive arrives as a bare unit without a tray.

Suited for High-Capacity Server Storage

This drive suits administrators who need large-capacity bulk storage in 3.5-inch bays. It is not for systems that require a smaller 2.5-inch form factor. Builders needing faster random-access speeds should consider solid-state alternatives. Buyers who want an included mounting tray must source one separately.

SATA 6Gb/s Interface Determines Compatibility

The single specification that decides fit is the SATA 6Gb/s interface. The host system must provide a matching SATA port and 3.5-inch bay. Transfer rates will not exceed the 6Gb/s link speed. Verify the controller and backplane support this interface before purchase.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in 3.5-Inch Internal Desktop HDDs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $310.99
Pricier than about 83% of the 4,938 comparable items (median $107.99).
Total capacity 8 TB
Higher than about 80% of the 2,372 comparable items (median 2 TB).
Price per TB $38.87 per TB
Cheaper than about 71% of the 2,365 comparable items (median $62.21 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameHGST
Model nameHUH721008ALE600
Total capacity8 TB
Recommended useIdeal for Servers
Performance
Rotational speed7,200 RPM
Mean latency6Gb/s
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA
Size & build
Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)

Questions about this item

How do I install this 3.5" SATA drive and what step is often missed?

Mount the drive in a 3.5" bay, connect the SATA data and power cables, then ensure the host controller is set to AHCI mode in BIOS so the 6Gb/s link negotiates correctly.

What maintenance or replacement will this 7200 RPM drive need later?

Mechanical drives accumulate wear on bearings and platters; plan to replace the unit after the rated workload limit or if SMART reports reallocated sectors or seek errors.

What limit appears first on this 8TB drive under sustained use?

The 6Gb/s SATA interface caps maximum throughput, so sustained sequential transfers will hit the bus ceiling before the 7200 RPM media reaches its own limit.

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