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Silver 3.5-inch bare hard drive with exposed circuit board

HGST

HGST 0F14684 3TB 7200 RPM 64MB SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5" internal hard drive

SKU CH-7VCD-5AJW3 MPN 0F14684

Enterprise-class 3.5" drive with 3TB capacity, 7200 RPM and 64MB cache on SATA 6.0Gb/s

  • PackagingBare Drive
  • InterfaceSATA 6.0Gb/s
  • Capacity3TB
  • RPM7200 RPM
  • Cache64MB
  • FeaturesEnterprise-class reliability - Field-proven second-generatio

Options 3TB SATA 6.0Gb/s

  • Enterprise reliability with 2.0 million hours MTBF
  • 3TB capacity at 7200 RPM for demanding workloads
  • 24% lower power per GB than predecessor model
  • Optional bulk data encryption protects sensitive data
  • 0Gb/s SATA interface with 64MB cache buffer

Enterprise Storage Drive

The HGST Ultrastar 7K4000 is a 3TB 3.5-inch internal hard drive built for enterprise storage workloads. It operates at 7200 RPM with a 64MB cache and connects via a SATA 6.0Gb/s interface. The bare drive is rated at 2.0 million hours MTBF for continuous 24x7 accessibility.

Thermals and Power

The second-generation design delivers 24% lower W/GB than its predecessor, reducing power draw per unit of capacity during normal operation. Enterprise-class engineering targets consistent thermal performance in multi-drive environments. Acoustic output is managed for rackmount and server deployments where many units run simultaneously.

Capacity Decides Fit

The 3TB capacity determines whether this drive matches the storage budget of the array or backup target you are planning. Optional Bulk Data Encryption on the SATA model adds a security layer for sensitive datasets. Buyers who need more storage per bay must select a higher-capacity model.

Highlights

  • Enterprise reliability with 2.0 million hours MTBF
  • 3TB capacity at 7200 RPM for demanding workloads
  • 24% lower power per GB than predecessor model
  • Optional bulk data encryption protects sensitive data
  • 0Gb/s SATA interface with 64MB cache buffer

Specifications

BrandHGST
SeriesUltrastar 7K4000
ModelHUS724030ALE640 (0F14684)
PackagingBare Drive
InterfaceSATA 6.0Gb/s
Capacity3TB
RPM7200 RPM
Cache64MB
FeaturesEnterprise-class reliability - Field-proven second-generation design specified at 2M hours MTBF
Maxiumum efficiency - 24% lower W/GB than predecessor
Security: Optional Bulk Data Encryption (SATA)
UsageFor Enterprise Storage
Form Factor3.5"
Height (maximum)26.1mm
Width (maximum)101.6+/-0.25mm
Length (maximum)147mm
Shipping weight0.67 kg
Package size146 × 102 × 25 mm

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Questions about this item

How do I install the HGST Ultrastar 7K4000 HUS724030ALE640 in a desktop PC and what step is often missed?

Mount the 3.5-inch bare drive using four screws in a standard bay, connect the SATA 6.0Gb/s data cable and a SATA power connector from the PSU, then enable the port in BIOS — the step many skip is confirming the SATA controller mode (AHCI) before the OS loads.

What maintenance or replacement will this 3TB 7200 RPM enterprise drive need later?

No routine maintenance is required; the sealed helium-free mechanism has no user-serviceable parts. Plan replacement when SMART attributes such as reallocated sectors or pending sectors rise, or after the 2.0 million-hour MTBF design life is approached in 24x7 operation.

What limit appears first on the 0F14684 during sustained heavy writes?

The 6.0Gb/s SATA interface caps the maximum burst rate; under continuous write workloads the 7200 RPM platters and 64MB cache typically settle at the drive’s native sustained transfer speed, so the mechanical media limit is reached before the interface saturates.

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