Hard Drives for Home Server

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Seagate BarraCuda ST2000DMA08 2TB HDD 3.5 Inch SATA 6Gb/s 7200 RPM 256MB Cache 3.5-Inch Internal Hard Drive image 1
Item: 715789
Model: ST2000DMA08

Save more games, music, and movies on this internal hard drive. The 3.5-inch form factor and SATA 6.0 connectivity make the storage device simple to install in most computer systems. Rely on the 7200 rpm rotational speed and multi-tiered caching technology to optimize data delivery for quick app launches and fast file transfers at speeds of up to 6 Gbps. For extra versatility, this Seagate desktop hard drive works with both PC and Mac machines..Internal hard drive with 2TB storage capacity compatible with MAC & PC.Connects through SATA 3 port with 6Gb/s transfer rate.Has 3.5" form factor, dimensions: 1.03"H x 4.01"W x 5.79"D.Can provide up to 210MB/s data transfer rate.Meets or exceeds Halogen-free, RoHS standards.Advanced Power modes help save energy without sacrificing performance.2-year manufacturer limited warranty.Maximize storage potential for important files with this Seagate Barracuda 2GB internal hard drive.

Price is  $65.99
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Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC560 20TB 3.5" SATA Internal Hard Drive (0F38785) image 1
Item: IM106GY38
Model: 0F38785

Hyperscale cloud, CSPs, enterprises, smart video surveillance partners, NAS suppliers and more need storage solutions to meet the exponential growth in data creation. When it comes to cost-effective storage of data at scale, hard disk drives (HDDs) continue to play a central role. HDDs deliver the capacity, performance and reliability needed to store vast amounts of data today and well into the future. Investments in HDD technology remain critical to supporting worldwide data growth. Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC560, with the first implementation of OptiNAND technology's capacity-enabling features, delivers an unbeaten 20TB capacity in a nine-disk platform (2.2TB/platter) with CMR recording format..3.5" HDD delivers an unbeaten 20TB capacity.SATA interface is perfect for high-capacity enterprise applications and environments; provides up to up to 291MB/s of data transfer rate.Compatible with Windows, Windows Server, Linux.Drive RPM: 7200.Meets or exceeds the BSMI, ICES-003/NMB-003, CE, FCC, KC, Maghreb, RCM, UKCA, VCCI, CB-Scheme, TUV, UL standards.Features industry-leading HDD technologies: OptiNAND technology, EAMR, TSA, HelioSeal.Projected 2.5M hours MTBF.5-year manufacturer limited warranty

Price is  $491.66
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Seagate BarraCuda 2TB 3.5" SATA III Internal Hard Drive (ST2000DM008) image 1
Item: IM12RZ514
Model: ST2000DM008

Designed for desktops, all-in-one PCs, home servers, and entry-level direct-attached storage (DAS) devices, the 2TB BarraCuda SATA III 3.5" Internal HDD from Seagate offers a storage capacity of up to 2TB and operates using a SATA III 6 Gb/s interface and a 256MB cache, both of which help to ensure uninterrupted data transfers with a sustained data transfer rate of up to 220 MB/s. This 3.5" drive also features high levels of reliability, with 1 in 1014 non-recoverable read errors per bits read, 600,000 load/unload cycles, a workload limit of 55TB per year, and 2400 power-on hours per year. A limited 2-year warranty is included..This 2TB internal hard drive fits a 3.5-inch bay, ideal for desktops, all-in-one PCs, home servers, and entry-level DAS devices..It uses a SATA III (6 Gb/s) interface and supports a maximum data transfer rate of 6 gigabits per second (Gbps)..It is suitable for gaming, offering good performance with its 7200 RPM speed and 256MB cache..Compatible with 3.5-inch SATA III bays, it supports Windows and macOS, suiting most modern desktops and motherboards..External drive operates at a rotational speed of 7200 RPM.It features advanced caching, error-correction algorithms, and S.M.A.R.T. support for drive monitoring..Compliant with RoHS requirements in China and Europe..Native Command Queuing with command ordering to increase performance in demanding applications..SeaTools diagnostic software performs a drive self-test that eliminates unnecessary drive returns..Supports latching SATA cables and connectors..TGMR recording technology provides the drives with increased areal density..Worldwide Name (WWN) capability uniquely identifies the drive..Comes with a 2 years limited warranty

Price is  $81.55
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LaCie d2 Professional 8TB, External Hard Drive, Black (STHA8000800) image 1
Item: IM15UV025
Model: STHA8000800

The LaCie d2 Professional performs perfectly on Macs and PCs alike and features superior performance and reliability..Desktop drive features 8TB storage capacity and PC and Mac compatibility.USB 3.1 Gen 2 interface with a data transfer rate of 240MB/s to provide fast communication speeds.Dimensions: 7.4"H x 5.1"W x 2.36"D.Powered for use with an external power supply.Adobe creative cloud (30 days trial) software included.5-year manufacturer limited warranty

Price is  $303.99
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Western Digital Red Plus 12TB 3.5" SATA III Internal Hard Drive (WD120EFGX) image 1
Item: IM1SQ3162
Model: WD120EFGX

WD Red Plus internal HDDs are designed to handle workloads for power users and small to medium business NAS environments . WD Red Plus drives deliver the speed and capacity required to store, protect and share growing amounts of data in mid-sized RAID-optimized NAS systems with increased power efficiency. Western Digital's exclusive NASware technology fine tunes drive parameters to match NAS system workloads which helps increase performance and reliability. Since your NAS system is always on, a reliable drive is essential. WD Red Plus hard drives are designed for systems that operate 24x7, giving users the confidence of knowing they can reliably access their data..12TB 3.5-inch internal hard drive designed for NAS use in small to medium business environments.SATA III interface with a data transfer rate of up to 6 Gbps.Compatible with PC and Mac systems when used within supported NAS enclosures or external storage setups.Operates at a rotational speed of 7200 RPM.Features NASware 3.0 with error recovery, vibration protection, and health monitoring for reliable NAS performance.Rated for a 180TB/year workload and has a mean time between failures (MTBF) of 1 million hours.3-Year Limited Warranty

Price is  $325.28
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Western Digital Red Plus WD20EFZX 2TB SATA Internal Hard Drive image 1
Item: IM18UM074
Model: WD20EFZX

Packed with power to handle the small- to medium-sized business NAS environments and increased workloads for SOHO customers, Western Digital Red Plus is perfect for archiving and sharing, as well as RAID array rebuilding on systems using ZFS and other file systems. Built and tested for up to 8-bay NAS systems, these drives give you the flexibility, versatility, and confidence in storing and sharing your precious home and work files..Unlike desktop drives, this 3.5" 2TB HDD is specifically tested for compatibility with NAS systems for optimum performance.Includes SATA interface with up to 150MB/s transfer rate.Dimensions: 1.03"H x 4"W x 5.79"D.Specifically designed with RAID error recovery control to help reduce failures within the NAS system.Enhanced dual-plane balance control technology significantly improves the overall drive performance and reliability.NASware 3.0 technology increases your drive's compatibility with your existing network and devices.Designed to thrive in multibay NAS system environments.3-year manufacturer limited warranty

Price is  $107.89
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SanDisk Red SA500 2TB SATA Internal Solid State Drive, 3D-NAND (WDS200T1R0B-68A4Z0) image 1
Item: IM1NT7193
Model: WDS200T1R0B-68A4Z0

The WD Red™ SA500 NAS SATA SSD is an ideal choice for NAS arrays that operate in an always-on, 24/7 environment. Specifically designed and tested for the harsh conditions of a NAS array, WD Red SSDs feature advanced caching to handle even the most demanding applications. A WD Red™ SA500 NAS SATA SSD can enhance your NAS’s response time. Efficient caching of big files makes the WD Red SSD ideal for OLTP databases, multi-user environments, photo rendering, 4k and 8k video editing and more. Western Digital® 3D NAND, the WD Red™ SSD delivers outstanding SATA III performance to accelerate your productivity and save you time. WD Red SSDs are optimized for fast file access and can cache your most frequently used data for even faster access. HD Video, 4K and 8K formats require a fast drive that reduces latency for hassle-free editing and transfer of huge multimedia files. Because WD Red SSDs have no moving parts, there’s less to wear out over time – heat and vibration are reduced as well. Equipped with an industry-leading 5-year warranty, you can be confident in WD Red SSDs for years to come..NAS-optimized solid-state drive with SATA 6 Gb/s interface, designed for 24/7 operation in network-attached storage systems.Delivers sequential read speeds up to 560 MB/s and write speeds up to 530 MB/s for fast data access and transfer.Offers 2TB storage capacity built on reliable Western Digital® 3D NAND technology for enhanced endurance and performance.Equipped with advanced controller and error correction (ECC) technology to ensure data integrity and reliability during heavy workloads.Compact M.2 2280 form factor.Compatible with a wide range of NAS systems and supports multi-user environments, OLTP databases, and high-resolution media editing.Supports firmware-based security and SMART monitoring for drive health and data protection.Low-power SSD design optimized for energy efficiency in always-on NAS environments.Backed by a 5-year limited warranty

Price is  $1162.39
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WD Purple Pro Internal Smart 12TB 3.5"  Hard Drive, (WD122PURP-20PK) image 1
Item: IM1S87630
Model: WD122PURP-20PK

WD Purple Pro drives are designed for advanced AI-enabled recorders, video analytics servers and deep learning solutions requiring additional capacity, performance and workload capability.The WD Purple™ Pro HDD, with OptiNAND™ technology in 12TB, delivers big capacity in an enterprise-class drive for video analytics servers, AI, and deep learning systems to enable data-driven outcomes..12TB 3.5" hard drive is a high-capacity storage device designed for desktops, servers, and NAS systems.Internal hard drive advertised with a 6 Gb/s (gigabits per second) data transfer rate, it's referring to the SATA III interface.hard drive compatibility for video and camera surveillance systems, not all drives are created equal..A 7200 RPM hard drive spins its platters at 7200 revolutions per minute, offering faster data access.Comes in one year warranty

Price is  $7125.68
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Western Digital Purple Pro 14TB 3.5" SATA Internal Hard Drive, 20/Pack (WD142PURP-20PK) image 1
Item: IM1HG6154
Model: WD142PURP-20PK

WD Purple Pro drives are designed for advanced AI-enabled recorders, video analytics servers and deep learning solutions requiring additional capacity, performance and workload capability..14TB 3.5" hard drive designed for reliable operation in advanced high-performance smart video solutions.SATA interface provides up to 255MB/s of data transfer rate.Rotation speed: 7200 rpm.Meets or exceeds the BSMI, ICES-003/NMB-003, CE, FCC, KC, Maghreb, RCM, UKCA, VCCI, CB-Scheme, TUV, UL standards.Engineered for advanced AI-enabled recorders, video analytics appliances, deep-learning servers, and cloud-based storage, including RAID and JBOD.Built with a workload rating up to 550TB/year to keep up with the 24/7 data capture and analysis demands of advanced AI-enabled recorders, video analytics appliances, and deep learning analytics servers.Designed with tarnish-resistant components for harsh environments and with additional robustness for multi-bay enclosures.AllFrame AI technology supports up to 32 AI streams for deep learning analytics within the system while reducing frame drops.Optimized to handle up to 64 single-stream HD cameras in addition to 32 concurrent AI streams.Western Digital Device Analytics (WDDA) provides drive health management features for compatible recorders and video management systems.Cache size: 512MB.20 hard drives per pack.5-year manufacturer limited warranty

Price is  $7822.61
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Western Digital Purple Pro 18TB 3.5" SATA Internal Hard Drive, 20/Pack (WD181PURP-20PK) image 1
Item: IM19CY798
Model: WD181PURP-20PK

WD Purple Pro drives are designed for advanced AI-enabled recorders, video analytics servers, and deep learning solutions requiring additional capacity, performance, and workload capability. High performance, reliability, and workload capability for advanced AI-enabled recorders, video analytics appliances, deep-learning servers, and cloud-based storage, including RAID and JBOD configurations. These reliable drives are built with a workload rating up to 550TB/year to keep up with the 24/7 data capture and analysis demands of advanced AI-enabled recorders, video analytics appliances, and deep learning analytics servers..3.5" HDD with 18TB storage capacity and 512MB cache engineered specifically for surveillance to help withstand the elevated heat fluctuations and equipment vibrations within NVR environments.Utilizes SATA interface with 6Gbps transfer rate.Designed with tarnish-resistant components for harsh environments and with additional robustness for multi-bay enclosures.Rotation speed: 7200 rpm.AllFrame AI technology supports up to 32 AI streams for deep learning analytics within the system while reducing frame drops.High performance, reliability, and workload capability for advanced AI-enabled recorders, video analytics appliances, deep learning servers, and cloud-based storage, including RAID and JBOD configurations.Drives are optimized to handle up to 64 single-stream HD cameras in addition to 32 concurrent AI streams.These reliable drives are built with a workload rating up to 550TB/year to keep up with the 24/7 data capture.Western Digital Device Analytics (WDDA) provides drive health management features for compatible recorders and video management systems.Engineered with an MTBF of up to 2.5 million hours.20 hard drives per pack.5-year manufacturer limited warranty

Price is  $9636.67
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Western Digital Purple Pro 22TB 3.5" SATA Internal Hard Drive, 20/Pack (WD221PURP-20PK) image 1
Item: IM106HF82
Model: WD221PURP-20PK

WD Purple Pro drives are designed for advanced AI-enabled recorders, video analytics servers and deep learning solutions requiring additional capacity, performance and workload capability..22TB 3.5" hard drive designed for reliable operation in advanced high-performance smart video solutions.SATA interface provides up to 265MB/s of data transfer rate.Rotation speed: 7200 rpm.Meets or exceeds the BSMI, ICES-003/NMB-003, CE, FCC, KC, Maghreb, RCM, UKCA, VCCI, CB-Scheme, TUV, UL standards.Engineered for advanced AI-enabled recorders, video analytics appliances, deep-learning servers, and cloud-based storage, including RAID and JBOD.Built with a workload rating up to 550TB/year to keep up with the 24/7 data capture and analysis demands of advanced AI-enabled recorders, video analytics appliances, and deep learning analytics servers.Designed with tarnish-resistant components for harsh environments and with additional robustness for multi-bay enclosures.AllFrame AI technology supports up to 32 AI streams for deep learning analytics within the system while reducing frame drops.Optimized to handle up to 64 single-stream HD cameras in addition to 32 concurrent AI streams.Western Digital Device Analytics (WDDA) provides drive health management features for compatible recorders and video management systems.Cache size: 512MB.20 hard drives per pack.5-year manufacturer limited warranty

Price is  $10748.26
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About Hard Drives for Home Server

Hard drives for home servers are essential components that provide reliable storage solutions for personal and small business networks. These drives are designed to handle large amounts of data, making them ideal for media streaming, file sharing, and backup purposes.

With various capacities and performance specifications available, hard drives for home servers cater to diverse storage needs. Whether you require high-speed access for frequently used files or ample space for backups, these drives offer flexibility and efficiency for your home server setup.

When selecting a hard drive for your home server, consider factors such as storage capacity, interface type (SATA or SAS), and rotational speed. Drives with higher capacities, such as 4TB or 8TB, are perfect for users needing extensive storage for multimedia files or large databases.

Additionally, look for drives that offer features like RAID compatibility for enhanced data protection and redundancy. Choosing drives with faster data transfer rates can significantly improve server performance, ensuring smooth access to your files and applications.

What is a home server hard drive?

  • A home server hard drive is a storage device specifically designed for use in a home server environment, providing reliable and efficient data storage for various applications such as media streaming, file sharing, and backups.

How much storage do I need for a home server?

  • The amount of storage needed for a home server depends on your usage. For basic file storage and backups, 1TB to 2TB may suffice, while media-heavy applications may require 4TB or more to accommodate large files.

What is the difference between SATA and SAS hard drives?

  • SATA drives are typically used for consumer applications and offer lower costs, while SAS drives are designed for enterprise environments, providing higher performance, reliability, and advanced features like dual-port connectivity.

Can I use multiple hard drives in a home server?

  • Yes, using multiple hard drives in a home server can enhance storage capacity and performance. Configuring them in a RAID setup can also provide data redundancy and improved data access speeds.

What features should I look for in a home server hard drive?

  • Look for features such as high storage capacity, fast data transfer rates, RAID compatibility, and reliability ratings. Additionally, consider drives with low power consumption for energy efficiency in a home server environment.

Are SSDs better than HDDs for home servers?

  • SSDs offer faster data access speeds and improved performance compared to traditional HDDs, making them ideal for applications requiring quick file retrieval. However, HDDs typically provide larger storage capacities at a lower cost, making them suitable for bulk storage needs.