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Western Digital

Western Digital RE+ WD6005FRPZ 6TB 5760 RPM 128MB SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5" internal hard drive

SKU CH-HBJP-3NRKV

A 6 TB SATA desktop drive spinning at 5760 RPM with 128 MB cache, built for 24×7×365 operation and rated for 550 TB per year workloads

  • Total capacity6 TB
  • Interface typeSATA 6.0Gb/s
  • Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Packaging typeBare Drive
  • Rotational speed5,760 RPM
  • Cache memory128 MB
  • 6 TB capacity stores massive datasets
  • 128 MB cache accelerates data access
  • 5760 RPM spindle delivers steady throughput
  • SATA 6.0 Gb/s interface fits standard servers
  • 24/7/365 rating supports continuous operation

Datacentre storage for high-intensity workloads

The Western Digital RE+ WD6005FRPZ is a 6TB 3.5-inch internal hard drive built for 24x7x365 operation in power-sensitive datacentres. It spins at 5760 RPM with a 128MB cache and connects through a SATA 6.0Gb/s interface. The bare-drive unit targets environments that demand enterprise-class reliability and low power per gigabyte.

Suited for arrays needing sustained write

This drive suits administrators deploying high-capacity storage pools rated for 550 TB per year of workload. It is not for buyers who require hardware-based encryption or a smaller form factor. Systems limited to lower SATA speeds will not saturate the interface, but the drive remains compatible.

550 TB annual workload rating defines the use case

The manufacturer specifies a 550 TB yearly workload limit, signalling the drive's design point for heavy, continuous write activity. Buyers planning lighter archival duties or desktop workloads should consider whether that endurance ceiling matches their actual needs.

How it compares

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

Price $247.99
Pricier than about 76% of the 4,938 comparable items (median $107.99).
Total capacity 6 TB
Higher than about 75% of the 2,372 comparable items (median 2 TB).
Price per TB $41.33 per TB
Cheaper than about 69% of the 2,365 comparable items (median $62.21 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameWestern Digital
Product lineRE+
Model nameWD6005FRPZ
Total capacity6 TB
Performance
Rotational speed5,760 RPM
Storage
Cache memory128 MB
Data encryptionNone
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA 6.0Gb/s
Size & build
Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
Max height26.1 mm
Maximum width101.6 mm
Maximum length147 mm

Questions about this item

Does this 6TB 3.5" drive need a SATA 6.0Gb/s port and a 12V power connector to work?

Yes, it connects via a SATA 6.0Gb/s interface and requires standard 12V and 5V power from the system's SATA power cable.

Will the 5760 RPM spindle speed cause timing issues when paired with slower drives in the same array?

The drive runs at a fixed 5760 RPM; mixed-speed arrays are handled by the controller, not by matching spindle speeds.

How can I confirm the 128MB cache is active after installation?

Check the drive's identify-device data or SMART attributes using a tool such as hdparm or CrystalDiskInfo to verify the reported cache size.

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