Western Digital 8TB WD Red Pro NAS Internal Hard Drive HDD - 7200 RPM, SATA 6 Gb/s, CMR, 256 MB Cache, 3.5" - WD8005FFBX

I've bought a number of these Red Plus and Red Pro drives. One of them failed on September 30. It took until October 21 to get an RMA and shipping label from Western Digital.The drive was received back by WD on October 24, but after ten days they still had not officially received it and I had to send them proof of delivery.They officially acknowledged receipt on November 6. Today, November 11, they have not started a replacement shipping order. I called to ask what was happening and was eventually told that in a day or so a shipping order will be raised, and then in another day or two, a disk will be sent out. So, maybe sometime next week it will arrive, making it a month and a half from requesting an RMA to getting a replacement.I don't know about you, but I've a degraded RAID in a NAS while waiting for this replacement drive. This will be six weeks or more from start to finish, and I've had to go through multiple frustrating calls with support people to drive it forward at every step. Totally unsatisfactory.I'm not so much blaming WD for the drive failing; these things sometimes happen. But for sure, their RMA/exchange process is appalling, and the funniest part was having their support rep, in of course an Indian accent, explain about their desire to provide excellent service. Six weeks to replace a failed drive is not excellent.

I was all. excited to buy qty 2 of these. I got them and found out they will not work with my Synology NAS as it only accepts up to 20TB. So I went to my attached USB 2 drive Terramaster and sure enough it also only handles up to 20TB. From my research the 20TB is really a limit until a newer generation of home server or USB multi drive. unit comes out.. Buyer beware.. My Synology could handle one of them but not two in a raid..

Not much is needed to explain, a drive is a drive. This one is very well priced, silent, reliable, and integrates into my Synology Ds224 with ease. Running two 8TBs in Raid 1 and very happy.

Very pleased with these drives.I am running these in an XFS raidz configuration. They are nearly silent, but make a little noise when seeking and a distintive clunk on power off. Transfer rate is 250 MB/s on the outer tracks.So far so good. The drive gets excellent ratings, and the warranty is excellent.

We use WD Red drives for our NAS servers. They work perfectly out of the box, install easily, and have had limited issues with them. After years of 24/7 running youMay get some errors on one but if you keep a RAID config it’s easy to replace/recover.Overall, very dependable and good price.

I recently added the Western Digital 14TB WD Red Pro NAS Internal Hard Drive to my home NAS system, and it has proven to be a stellar addition to my storage setup. The drive lives up to the "Pro" in its name, providing reliable performance and ample storage capacity for my needs.First and foremost, the drive itself operates quietly, a feature that is appreciated in any home setup. While the housing I chose for the drive could use a bit of improvement, the internal workings of the WD Red Pro drive are where it truly shines. It seamlessly integrates into my NAS system, delivering consistent and efficient performance.Setting up a home NAS system with these drives was a breeze, even for someone with basic knowledge of storage systems. The user-friendly nature of the WD Red Pro series makes it accessible for those looking to establish emergency backups for crucial family information or simply expand their storage capabilities.Having opted for a total of 4 drives for my NAS, the storage capacity has proven more than sufficient for my data needs. The reliability and consistency of WD drives have been a constant in all my systems over the years, and the WD Red Pro series is no exception. It's a trusted brand that excels in the field of storage solutions.In conclusion, the Western Digital 14TB WD Red Pro NAS Internal Hard Drive is an excellent choice for anyone seeking a high-capacity, reliable storage solution. With the ease of setup and the brand's proven track record for quality products, it's a solid investment for both enthusiasts and those looking to secure their family's crucial information. I highly recommend WD Red Pro drives for anyone in need of professional-grade storage performance.