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Silver 3.5 inch internal hard drive with label showing WD Red Pro 26TB

Western Digital

Western Digital WD260KFGX Red Pro 26TB 7200 RPM 512MB SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5" internal hard drive

SKU CH-XMJR-0T1M5 MPN WD260KFGX

Enterprise NAS drive holding 26TB with 7200 RPM, 512MB cache and SATA 6.0Gb/s interface

  • Total capacity26 TB
  • Interface typeSATA 6.0Gb/s
  • Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Recording methodCMR
  • Rotational speed7,200 RPM
  • Cache memory512 MB

Capacity 26TB

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  • Built for 24-bay NAS scalability
  • 300TB/year workload rate for heavy use
  • 7200 RPM with 512MB cache for fast access
  • CMR recording technology for consistent performance
  • 5-year limited warranty for long-term reliability

Capacity and workload fit

The 26TB CMR drive spins at 7200 RPM with a 512MB cache and a SATA 6.0Gb/s interface. It is built for 24-bay enterprise NAS systems that run 24/7 under multi-user loads. The 300TB per year workload rating matches high-intensity storage demands.

NASware 3.0 and balance technology

NASware 3.0 firmware adds error recovery controls tuned for RAID arrays. 3D Active Balance Plus reduces vibration in multi-drive chassis. Extended factory testing checks each unit for sustained operation before it ships.

Enterprise-grade 3.5" build

The 3.5-inch form factor fits standard NAS trays and server bays using the SATA data and power connectors. CMR recording avoids the write penalties of shingled media during rebuilds or heavy random I/O. Five-year limited warranty coverage reflects the durability target.

How it compares

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

Price $942.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 4,938 comparable items (median $107.99).
Total capacity 26 TB
Higher than about 97% of the 2,372 comparable items (median 2 TB).
Price per TB $36.27 per TB
Cheaper than about 75% of the 2,365 comparable items (median $62.21 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameWestern Digital
Product lineRed Pro
Model nameWD260KFGX
Total capacity26 TB
Recommended useEnterprise NAS Hard Drives
Performance
Rotational speed7,200 RPM
Storage
Recording methodCMR
Cache memory512 MB
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA 6.0Gb/s
Size & build
Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
Shipping weight0.91 kg
Package size152 × 102 × 51 mm

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Questions about this item

What annual workload limit should I plan for before the 26TB Red Pro drive needs replacement?

The drive is rated for up to 300TB per year, so plan replacement once sustained writes approach that level.

Which limit appears first when the 7200 RPM 26TB drive runs continuously in a 24-bay NAS?

The 300TB yearly workload rating is the first constraint reached under sustained 24/7 operation.

How much heat and noise does the 3.5" 26TB CMR drive produce when running all day in a multi-bay enclosure?

The 7200 RPM motor and 512MB cache generate typical enterprise-class heat and acoustic output for a 3.5" drive under constant load.

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