Heavy enterprise workloads
The supplied description positions WD Gold for heavy, continuous read-write workloads in enterprise and commercial environments.
WD Gold 24TB 3.5-inch 7200RPM SATA Enterprise Hard Drive - WD242KRYZ
Model # WD242KRYZ
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SKU: WD242KRYZ
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Western Digital WD Gold WD242KRYZ 24TB 3.5-inch Enterprise Hard Drive
The WD Gold WD242KRYZ is a 24TB enterprise-class SATA 6Gb/s hard drive with 7200RPM, transfer rates up to 291MB/s, CMR recording, a 512MB cache and a five-year limited warranty.
24TBUp to 291MB/s550TB/year5-year warranty
550TB/year workload rating
The source lists a read-write workload rating of up to 550TB per year.
ArmorCache technology
ArmorCache is listed for 22TB and above, which includes this 24TB model.
RVS vibration protection
Rotational Vibration Safeguard uses dual sensors to anticipate and counteract disturbances.
Product overview
The supplied source describes WD Gold as enterprise storage for demanding continuous read-write environments and mission-critical business data.
This 24TB model is listed with SATA 6Gb/s, up to 291MB/s, 7200RPM, CMR recording, a 512MB cache and support for up to 2.5 million hours MTBF.
The source also identifies testing and validation with host bus adapters, servers and enterprise storage solutions using RAID and other data-resiliency configurations.
Frequently asked questions
What is the WD242KRYZ?
It is a Western Digital WD Gold 24TB 3.5-inch enterprise-class SATA hard drive.
What interface, speed and cache are supplied?
The source lists SATA 6Gb/s, 7200RPM, up to 291MB/s and a 512MB cache.
What recording technology is used?
The supplied recording technology is CMR.
What workload rating is listed?
The source lists a read-write workload rating of up to 550TB per year.
What MTBF is supplied?
The supplied description lists support for up to 2.5 million hours MTBF.
What is ArmorCache?
The source identifies ArmorCache for 22TB and above, including this 24TB model, to provide power-loss data protection in write-cache enabled mode and improve performance in write-cache disabled mode.
What operating temperatures are listed?
The operating range is 5°C to 60°C, and the non-operating range is -40°C to 70°C.
What warranty applies?
The source states a five-year limited Western Digital manufacturer warranty. DeviceDeal is an authorised reseller.
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Features and highlights
Western Digital WD Gold WD242KRYZ 24TB 3.5-inch Enterprise Hard Drive key details from the supplied product information.
24TB enterprise capacity
The supplied capacity is 24TB.
SATA 6Gb/s and 7200RPM
The source lists SATA 6Gb/s and 7200RPM.
Up to 291MB/s
The supplied transfer rate is up to 291MB/s.
550TB/year workload rating
The source lists up to 550TB per year.
ArmorCache and RVS
The supplied technologies include ArmorCache and Rotational Vibration Safeguard.
Five-year limited warranty
A five-year limited Western Digital manufacturer warranty is supplied.
Technical specifications
WD242KRYZ
General information
| Brand | Western Digital |
| Model number | WD242KRYZ |
| DeviceDeal SKU | WD242KRYZ |
| Product line | WD Gold |
| Product type | Enterprise-class internal hard drive |
| Capacity | 24TB |
| Form factor | 3.5-inch |
| Connector | SATA |
Performance and interface
| Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
| Transfer rate | Up to 291MB/s |
| Rotational speed | 7200RPM |
| Recording technology | CMR |
| Cache size | 512MB |
Workload and reliability
| Workload rating | Up to 550TB/year |
| MTBF | Up to 2.5 million hours |
| Vibration protection | Rotational Vibration Safeguard with dual sensors |
| Power-loss and cache technology | ArmorCache, listed for 22TB and above |
Enterprise environment
| Supplied operating profile | Heavy, continuous read-write workloads in enterprise and commercial systems |
| Validation | Tested and validated with host bus adapters, servers and enterprise storage solutions using RAID and other data-resiliency configurations |
Physical and environmental
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 147mm × 101.6mm × 26.1mm |
| Weight | 670 g |
| Operating temperature | 5°C to 60°C |
| Non-operating temperature | -40°C to 70°C |
Certifications
| Certifications | BSMI, ICES-003/NMB-003, CE, FCC, KC, Maghreb, RCM, UKCA, VCCI, CB-Scheme, TUV, UL |
Warranty
| Manufacturer warranty | 5-year limited Western Digital manufacturer warranty |
| SKU | WD242KRYZ |
| Brand | Western Digital |
| Shipping Weight | 0.7200kg |
| Shipping Width | 0.030m |
| Shipping Height | 0.144m |
| Shipping Length | 0.100m |
5-year limited warranty
Manufacturer warranty
This product is covered by a five-year limited Western Digital manufacturer warranty.
DeviceDeal is an authorised reseller. Keep your DeviceDeal tax invoice as proof of purchase.
Warranty coverage and claims remain subject to the manufacturers terms, eligibility requirements and product assessment.
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