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Silver 3.5 inch enterprise hard drive bare unit

MaxDigitalData

MaxDigitalData MDD16TSATA25672E 16TB 7200 RPM 256MB Cache SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5" internal hard drive

SKU CH-6Y7Q-471QS

16 TB enterprise hard drive with 7200 RPM, 256 MB cache and SATA 6.0 Gb/s for 24×7 workloads up to 550 TB per year

  • Total capacity16 TB
  • Interface typeSATA 6.0Gb/s
  • Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Cache memory256 MB
  • Max height1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Maximum width4 in (10.2 cm)
  • 16 TB capacity stores massive datasets in a single 3.5" bay
  • 7200 RPM spindle delivers fast data access for enterprise workloads
  • 256 MB cache accelerates read and write performance
  • 0M hour MTBF and 0.44% AFR ensure 24×7 reliability
  • Rated for 550 TB yearly workload in multi-drive chassis

16TB SATA Enterprise Drive

This 3.5-inch internal hard drive delivers 16TB of capacity with a 7200 RPM spindle and 256MB cache over a SATA 6.0Gb/s interface. It is built for 24×7 operation in enterprise storage environments and carries a 2.0M hour MTBF rating with a 0.44% annualised failure rate.

Suits nearline workloads up to 550TB per year

The drive fits desktop PCs, Macs, RAID arrays, NAS appliances and surveillance DVRs that accept a standard 3.5-inch SATA device. It is not suited for systems that require a smaller form factor or a different physical interface.

SATA 6.0Gb/s interface decides compatibility

The single specification that determines fit is the SATA 6.0Gb/s connection; the host must provide a matching SATA port and 3.5-inch bay. Bare drive only, no screws or cables included.

How it compares

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

Price $329.99
Pricier than about 85% of the 4,938 comparable items (median $107.99).
Total capacity 16 TB
Higher than about 92% of the 2,372 comparable items (median 2 TB).
Price per TB $20.62 per TB
Cheaper than about 92% of the 2,365 comparable items (median $62.21 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMaxDigitalData
Model nameMDD16TSATA25672E
Part numberMDD16TSATA25672E
Total capacity16 TB
Recommended useFor Enterprise Storage
Storage
Cache memory256 MB
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA 6.0Gb/s
Size & build
Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
Max height1 in (2.54 cm)
Maximum width4 in (10.2 cm)
Maximum length5.8 in (14.7 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 using four screws, connect SATA data and power cables, then format the 16TB volume in your OS before it will appear.

What maintenance or replacement will this enterprise drive need over its service life?

Rated for 550 TB per year workload and 2.0M hours MTBF with 0.44% AFR; plan replacement when SMART attributes approach thresholds or after five years of 24×7 operation.

What performance limit appears first during sustained heavy use?

The 6.0 Gb/s SATA interface caps sequential throughput, while the 256 MB cache and 7200 RPM spindle determine sustained write rates under continuous 550 TB/yr loads.

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