WD Blue 6TB Desktop Hard Drive
Brand: Western Digital | Category: Enterprise HDDs
SKU: 0F48400 | Part #: 0F48400 | MPN: WD60EZAZ
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About the WD Blue 6TB Desktop Hard Drive
WD Blue 6TB Desktop Hard Drive delivers 6TB capacity at 5400 RPM, positioning it as a cost-effective bulk storage solution for mixed-use enterprise environments. The WD60EZAZ (part number 0F48400) combines Western Digital's proven CMR technology with SATA III connectivity, making it suitable for departments that prioritize capacity over performance-intensive workloads. Storage architects and IT procurement teams value this drive for its balance of affordability, reliability, and operational efficiency.
Built on conventional magnetic recording, this Western Digital unit operates at just 4.0W during read/write cycles and 0.4W in standby, reducing data center power consumption significantly. The 256MB cache buffer and 1,000,000-hour MTBF rating ensure stable performance across 300,000 load/unload cycles. Rated for 0°C to 60°C operation with ultra-quiet acoustics (25 dBA idle, 29 dBA seek), the drive integrates seamlessly into office and secondary storage environments. Its compact 3.5-inch form factor (101.6 × 69.85 × 26.1 mm) fits standard rack enclosures and desktop systems alike, while RoHS compliance meets environmental regulations across the Middle East and beyond.
Typical Enterprise Deployment Scenarios
- Nearline backup and archival storage for medium-sized organizations avoiding NAS or SSD costs
- Secondary data repositories in hybrid storage arrays where throughput demands remain moderate
- Desktop replacements and workstation upgrades requiring reliable multi-terabyte capacity
- Test and development environments where durability matters more than speed
- Departmental file servers supporting document management and collaborative workflows
To integrate the WD Blue 6TB into your enterprise infrastructure, submit an RFQ through Omnixon Global and let our technical team confirm availability and specifications for your deployment.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Western Digital |
| Category | Enterprise HDDs |
| SKU | 0F48400 |
| Part Number | 0F48400 |
| MPN | WD60EZAZ |
| Condition | New |
| Capacity | 6TB |
| Form Factor | 3.5" |
| Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
| Speed | 5400 RPM |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 0F48400 |
| Model Family | WD Blue Desktop |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
| Formatted Capacity | 6 TB |
| Recording Technology | CMR (Conventional Magnetic Recording) |
| Interface | SATA 6 Gb/s (SATA III) |
| Rotational Speed | 5400 RPM |
| Cache Buffer | 256 MB |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 60°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to 70°C |
| Average Power (Read/Write) | 4.0 W |
| Standby Power | 0.4 W |
| Load/Unload Cycles (rated) | 300,000 |
| MTBF | 1,000,000 hours |
| Acoustics (Idle) | 25 dBA |
| Acoustics (Seek) | 29 dBA |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 101.6 mm × 69.85 mm × 26.1 mm |
| Weight | 460 g |
| RoHS Compliant | Yes |
Frequently Asked Questions about WD Blue 6TB Desktop Hard Drive
What does the WD Blue 6TB Desktop Hard Drive do?
At 6TB, the WD Blue 6TB Desktop Hard Drive suits enterprise data-center storage tiers — all-flash arrays, hyperconverged storage pools (vSAN, Ceph), database backends, and high-throughput backup repositories. The SATA 6Gb/s interface is supported by major server platforms.
What are the headline specs of the WD Blue 6TB Desktop Hard Drive?
Key specifications for the WD Blue 6TB Desktop Hard Drive: capacity 6TB; form factor 3.5"; interface SATA 6Gb/s; new condition; brand Western Digital; model WD Blue 6TB Desktop Hard Drive; category HDD; capacity 6TB; form factor 3.5"; interface SATA 6Gb/s. Manufacturer part number 0F48400. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.
Is the WD Blue 6TB Desktop Hard Drive compatible with my infrastructure?
The WD Blue 6TB Desktop Hard Drive uses a SATA 6Gb/s interface in a 3.5" form factor. It's compatible with server platforms that expose this interface — typical deployments include Dell PowerEdge, HPE ProLiant, Lenovo ThinkSystem, and Supermicro SuperServer chassis. For specific vendor part-number compatibility, our team validates against the manufacturer support matrix.