WD Red Plus 8TB NAS Hard Drive - WD80EFPX

The WD Red Plus WD80EFPX delivers 8TB of reliable storage capacity designed specifically for NAS environments. This 3.5-inch SATA III hard drive features 256MB cache and conventional magnetic recording (CMR) technology, making it ideal for power users and small to medium business NAS systems running 24/7.

Built for NAS Performance

Equipped with Western Digital's NASware technology, this drive fine-tunes parameters to match NAS workloads, optimizing performance and reliability in multi-bay configurations. The 5640 RPM spindle speed delivers 215 MBps internal data transfer rates with a 600 MBps interface rate, providing sufficient bandwidth for demanding multi-user environments.

RAID-Optimized Reliability

Unlike standard desktop drives, the WD Red Plus includes RAID error recovery control to minimize failures in multi-bay systems. The drive operates continuously at temperatures from 0°C to 65°C, with enhanced dual-plane balance control technology that reduces vibration and noise in multi-drive configurations. Rotation Vibration (RV) sensors actively counteract disturbances from adjacent drives, preserving performance and extending lifespan.

Power Efficiency and Thermal Management

Engineered to consume less power than previous models while maintaining performance, this drive reduces operating costs and heat generation in thermally constrained NAS enclosures. The 24 dBA sound emission ensures quiet operation, while the 715g weight and compact dimensions (101.6mm x 147mm x 26.1mm) fit standard 3.5-inch drive bays.

Technical Specifications

• Capacity: 8TB
• Form Factor: 3.5-inch
• Interface: SATA 6Gb/s (SATA III)
• Cache: 256MB
• Spindle Speed: 5640 RPM
• Recording Technology: CMR (Conventional Magnetic Recording)
• Data Transfer Rate: 600 MBps (interface), 215 MBps (sustained)
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 65°C
• Shock Tolerance: 70g operating, 250g non-operating
• Warranty: 3-year limited warranty

Compatibility and Support

Western Digital conducts extensive compatibility testing with major NAS system manufacturers, ensuring reliable operation across a wide range of enclosures. The drive supports Advanced Format technology and is backed by a 3-year limited warranty with world-class support services.

The WD80EFPX is purpose-built for RAID-optimized NAS systems requiring 24/7 availability, making it suitable for data protection, backup operations, and shared storage applications in small to medium business environments.