0B36018 WD Ultrastar DC HC310 6TB SAS 256 MB 3.5" Server HDD

Enterprise 3.5in SAS Datacenter HDD for Tier-2 Capacity and Secure Archiving with 0B36018

0B36018 is a WD Ultrastar DC HC310 3.5in internal SAS HDD engineered for predictable tier-2 capacity in servers and storage arrays where sustained throughput and operational consistency matter more than peak IOPS. Built on a 7200RPM CMR platform with 4Kn sector formatting, 0B36018 supports modern controller alignment, reduces write amplification in properly configured stacks, and enables efficient block handling in large-capacity pools.

With a 6Gb/s SAS interface, 0B36018 integrates cleanly into dual-ported enterprise backplanes, SAS JBOD shelves, and RAID enclosures, supporting scalable expansion without redesigning the storage fabric. The architecture is optimized for 24x7 duty cycles and bulk data movement, while onboard cache helps smooth burst traffic from backup windows, ingest pipelines, and consolidation jobs. For regulated environments, 0B36018 adds self-encrypting drive capability using TCG Enterprise SSC with FIPS 140-2 Level 2 support, strengthening data-at-rest controls without adding CPU overhead to the host.

Why Choose the 0B36018?

0B36018 delivers a balanced density-to-reliability profile for capacity tiers that must remain continuously available, combining enterprise SAS manageability with consistent rotational performance for predictable rebuild behavior. Deployed in scale-out RAID sets or SAS expansion shelves, 0B36018 supports straightforward growth, operational uniformity across fleets, and reduced administrative friction when standardizing on a single capacity SKU.

WD designs Ultrastar datacenter drives around controlled thermals, vibration tolerance, and qualification for enterprise storage stacks, aligning 0B36018 with modern data center expectations for lifecycle stability, security features, and long-duration workload endurance.

Key Applications:

• Tier-2 capacity in servers and storage arrays
• SAS JBOD and RAID shelf expansion
• Backup repositories and recovery targets
• Archive and compliance retention storage
• Private cloud capacity pools

At Happyware - Server Hardware you benefit from non-binding offers tailored to your deployment targets for 0B36018 and can extend the warranty up to 6 years to align coverage with your storage refresh and retention timelines.