WD Gold 4TB Enterprise HDD – 7200 RPM, 256MB Cache, SATA 6Gb/s, HelioSeal Tech

WD Gold 4TB Enterprise HDD – 7200 RPM, 256MB Cache, SATA 6Gb/s, HelioSeal Tech

Power your enterprise with the WD Gold 4TB Internal Hard Drive, built for performance, reliability, and endurance. Designed for data centres and demanding server environments, it features a 7200 RPM spindle speed, 256MB cache, 600MBps transfer rate, and advanced HelioSeal™ technology. With a 2 million hour MTBF and a 5-year warranty, it’s the dependable, high-capacity storage solution for mission-critical workloads.

Product Overview

Engineered for continuous, high-intensity workloads, the WD Gold 4TB Enterprise-Class Hard Drive (WD4004FRYZ) is purpose-built for data centres, enterprise storage arrays, and advanced NAS systems. Offering a robust combination of speed, durability, and efficiency, this 3.5” SATA HDD leverages HelioSeal™ technology and ArmorCache™ to boost capacity, lower power consumption, and protect data during unexpected power loss.

With an exceptional 2,000,000-hour MTBF, this drive is built to endure demanding workloads of up to 550TB/year, making it ideal for systems requiring 24/7 availability, minimal downtime, and high data integrity. The 256MB buffer and 600MBps transfer rate ensure that your systems remain fast and responsive, even under pressure.

Whether you're managing cloud infrastructure, hosting virtualised environments, or safeguarding large volumes of archived data, the WD Gold delivers the reliability and performance needed in today’s high-demand IT environments.

Key Features

• Enterprise-Grade Reliability – Designed for 24/7 operation with 2M hour MTBF and shock resistance.

• HelioSeal™ Technology – Improved storage density and power efficiency with reduced turbulence.

• ArmorCache™ – Protects against data loss during power disruptions for safer writes.

• Ultra-Fast Access – 256MB cache and 7200 RPM for high-speed data handling.

• Built-in Vibration Sensor – Minimises disruption in multi-drive setups.

• Whisper-Quiet Operation – Low acoustic noise at 29 dBA.

• ROHS Compliant – Environmentally responsible construction.

Technical Specifications

• Model: WD Gold WD4004FRYZ

• Capacity: 4TB

• Interface: SATA 6Gb/s

• Form Factor: 3.5”

• Spindle Speed: 7200 RPM

• Cache Buffer: 256MB

• Transfer Rate: 600MBps (external) / 267MBps (internal)

• MTBF: 2,000,000 hours

• Power Consumption: 6.7W (active), 5.4W (idle)

• Operating Temperature: 5°C to 60°C

• Shock Tolerance: 70G (operating), 300G (non-operating)

• Noise Level: 29 dBA

• Dimensions: 101.6mm (W) x 147mm (D) x 26.1mm (H)

• Weight: 715g

• Compliance: ROHS Directive 2011/65/EU & 2015/863/EU

• Warranty: 5-Year Limited Manufacturer Warranty

Ideal Use Cases: Enterprise-Ready Performance

• Data Centres & Cloud Storage: Scalable, consistent performance for always-on infrastructures.

• Business Servers: Ideal for transactional databases, virtualised environments, and high-speed operations.

• Advanced NAS Systems: Handles large file storage, backups, and streaming across multiple users.

• Surveillance & Archiving: Dependable for long-term retention of critical footage and records.

This WD Gold 4TB Enterprise Hard Drive is a premium choice for professionals seeking superior endurance, speed, and stability in high-performance systems. With leading-edge technology and unmatched dependability, it’s your go-to for critical business applications.