{"product_id":"western-digital-ultrastar-hc555-18tb-sata-enterprise-hdd","title":"Western Digital Ultrastar HC555 18TB Data Center Hard Drive","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-overview\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eWestern Digital Ultrastar HC555 18TB Data Center Hard Drive\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eWestern Digital Ultrastar HC555\u003c\/strong\u003e is a premium \u003cstrong\u003eenterprise-class hard drive\u003c\/strong\u003e engineered for demanding data center and server environments. With \u003cstrong\u003e18TB capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e, SATA connectivity, and 7200 RPM performance, this \u003cstrong\u003edata center hard drive\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers the reliability and throughput required for high-capacity, always-on storage infrastructure. Built with industry-leading certifications and advanced caching technology, the HC555 is the ideal choice for organizations requiring robust, scalable storage solutions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're managing large-scale server deployments, backup systems, or cloud storage infrastructure, this \u003cstrong\u003eenterprise HDD\u003c\/strong\u003e provides consistent performance and dependability. The 18TB capacity maximizes storage density while minimizing power consumption per terabyte, making it cost-effective for mission-critical applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e18TB storage capacity for high-density data center deployments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSATA 6Gb\/s interface for seamless integration with existing infrastructure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7200 RPM spindle speed for optimized data transfer rates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge cache buffer for improved performance and reduced latency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnterprise-class reliability rated for 24\/7 continuous operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple industry certifications for compliance and security\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvanced thermal management for efficient cooling in dense server environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptimized for RAID and multi-drive storage configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"technical-specs\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWestern Digital\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUltrastar HC555\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0B48723\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCapacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18TB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.5-inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSATA 6Gb\/s\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnterprise-class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWorkload Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eData center and server environments\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Mode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24\/7 continuous operation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Western Digital Ultrastar HC555 best used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ultrastar HC555 is purpose-built for data center storage, server deployments, RAID arrays, and backup systems. Its 18TB capacity and enterprise-class reliability make it ideal for organizations requiring high-capacity, always-on storage infrastructure with consistent performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the 18TB capacity benefit data center operations?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 18TB capacity maximizes storage density per drive, reducing the number of physical drives needed and lowering overall power consumption, cooling costs, and rack space requirements. This makes it highly cost-effective for large-scale deployments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Ultrastar HC555 suitable for RAID configurations?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the HC555 is specifically optimized for RAID and multi-drive storage configurations. Its enterprise-class design, large cache, and 7200 RPM performance ensure reliable operation in complex storage arrays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat certifications does this enterprise hard drive carry?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ultrastar HC555 carries multiple industry certifications ensuring compliance with data center standards and security requirements. These certifications validate its reliability and suitability for mission-critical applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"WESTERN DIGITAL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43191679713355,"sku":"0B48723","price":1594.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1824\/0789\/files\/Western-Digital-Ultrastar-HC555-18TB-Data-Center-Hard-Drive.jpg?v=1789479749","url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.ca\/products\/western-digital-ultrastar-hc555-18tb-sata-enterprise-hdd","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}