WD Gold WD221KRYZ 22 TB Hard Drive - 3.5" Internal - SATA (SATA/600) - Conventional Magnetic Recording (CMR) Method

Introducing the WD Gold WD221KRYZ 22 TB Hard Drive, a powerhouse in storage solutions designed to meet the rigorous demands of enterprise-class environments. This 3.5" internal SATA HDD combines advanced technology and exceptional reliability, ensuring that your data is not only secure but also easily accessible. With its remarkable capacity and innovative features, the WD Gold hard drive is the ultimate choice for businesses looking to enhance their data management capabilities.

• Massive Storage Capacity: The WD Gold WD221KRYZ boasts an incredible 22TB of storage, allowing businesses to handle vast amounts of data without compromise.
• Enhanced Reliability: With a mean time between failures (MTBF) of up to 2.5 million hours, this hard drive ensures that your critical data remains safe and available whenever needed.
• Advanced Vibration Protection: Featuring sophisticated monitoring electronics, the WD Gold drive employs real-time vibration protection technology to correct linear and rotational vibrations, making it ideal for high-vibration environments.
• Low Power Consumption: Leveraging HelioSeal® technology, the WD Gold drives minimize power draw, reducing operational costs while maximizing storage capacity—an eco-friendly solution for data centers.
• ArmorCache™ Feature: This innovative feature provides enterprise-grade power loss protection in write-cache enabled mode, ensuring your data remains secure even during unexpected power outages.

Technical Details of Product

• Capacity: 22 TB
• Form Factor: 3.5" Internal
• Interface: SATA (SATA/600)
• Recording Method: Conventional Magnetic Recording (CMR)
• MTBF: Up to 2.5M hours
• Vibration Protection: Yes
• Power Loss Protection: ArmorCache™ (22TB only)
• Warranty: 5-year limited warranty

How to Install

Installing the WD Gold WD221KRYZ 22 TB Hard Drive is a simple and straightforward process. Follow these steps for a successful installation:

1. Power down your computer or server and unplug it from the wall.
2. Open the chassis and locate the hard drive bay.
3. Insert the WD Gold Hard Drive into the bay, aligning it with the connector.
4. Secure the hard drive with screws (if necessary) and connect the SATA and power cables.
5. Replace the chassis cover and plug the device back in.
6. Power on your system and follow the on-screen prompts to initialize and format the new drive.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the maximum capacity of the WD Gold hard drives? The WD Gold series offers capacities ranging from 1TB to an industry-leading 22TB for enterprise applications.
• Is the WD Gold drive suitable for RAID configurations? Yes, the WD Gold drives are designed for compatibility with RAID configurations and enterprise-grade systems.
• What does the ArmorCache™ feature do? The ArmorCache™ feature provides enterprise power loss protection, ensuring your data is secure during unexpected power outages.
• How does vibration protection work in the WD Gold hard drives? The sophisticated monitoring electronics in the WD Gold drives correct linear and rotational vibrations in real-time, ensuring improved performance in high-vibration environments.
• What kind of warranty does the WD Gold hard drive come with? The WD Gold WD221KRYZ hard drive comes with a 5-year limited warranty, providing you with peace of mind about its reliability and durability.