HGST
HGST 0F23666 8TB 7200 RPM 128MB SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5" internal hard drive
An 8 TB, 7200 RPM SATA hard drive with 128 MB cache in a 3.5″ helium-filled chassis, built for server workloads
- PackagingBare Drive
- InterfaceSATA 6.0Gb/s
- Capacity8TB
- RPM7200 RPM
- Cache128MB
- FeaturesHard Drive
- 8 TB capacity stores large server datasets
- 7200 RPM spindle speed accelerates data access
- 128 MB cache buffers frequent read/write operations
- SATA 6.0 Gb/s interface matches standard server backplanes
- 5 inch helium platform fits enterprise drive bays
HGST Ultra 8TB server storage
The HGST Ultra 0F23666 is an 8TB 3.5" internal hard drive built on a helium platform for enterprise workloads. It spins at 7200 RPM with a 128MB cache and connects via SATA 6.0Gb/s. The bare-drive packaging suits system integrators and server deployments.
Suited for capacity-heavy arrays.
This drive fits servers and storage arrays that prioritise sustained throughput and high areal density over low latency. Workstations needing rapid random access for databases or virtualisation will find the mechanical latency limiting. Buyers who want more storage per bay should note the 8TB ceiling.
Bare drive changes installation planning
No mounting screws, cables or software utilities are included in the bare-drive package. Installers must supply their own SATA data and power cables as well as 3.5" drive trays or brackets. The helium-sealed design requires no field maintenance but does not alter standard SATA hot-swap procedures.
Highlights
- 8 TB capacity stores large server datasets
- 7200 RPM spindle speed accelerates data access
- 128 MB cache buffers frequent read/write operations
- SATA 6.0 Gb/s interface matches standard server backplanes
- 5 inch helium platform fits enterprise drive bays
Specifications
| Brand | HGST |
|---|---|
| Series | Ultra |
| Packaging | Bare Drive |
| Interface | SATA 6.0Gb/s |
| Capacity | 8TB |
| RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Cache | 128MB |
| Features | Hard Drive |
| Usage | Ideal for Servers |
| Form Factor | 3.5" |
| Shipping weight | 4.54 kg |
| Package size | 203 × 152 × 76 mm |
Questions about this item
Does my motherboard need a SATA 6.0Gb/s port to use this 8TB drive?
Yes, the drive connects through a standard SATA 6.0Gb/s interface, so your motherboard must provide a compatible SATA data port and a SATA power connector from the power supply.
Will this 3.5" 7200 RPM drive work in the same system as my older SATA 3.0Gb/s drives?
It will operate alongside older SATA drives because the interface is backward compatible, though the 8TB Ultra drive will run at the slower 3.0Gb/s link speed when connected to that controller.
How can I confirm the 128MB cache and 7200 RPM speed are active after installation?
Check the drive details in your BIOS or use a tool such as CrystalDiskInfo; it will report the model 0F23666 with 8TB capacity, 7200 RPM rotation rate and 128MB buffer size.
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