Internal Hard Drive Western Digital 10TB 3.5 inch Serial ATA Ultrastar DC HA340

The Western Digital Ultrastar DC HA340 10TB internal hard drive is a 3.5" SATA drive designed for data center and server environments that require large-capacity storage and reliable performance. Built on a Conventional Magnetic Recording (CMR) platform and running at 7,200 RPM, this drive targets legacy and traditional systems while supporting heavy application workloads and delivering high reliability.

Advantages

The Ultrastar DC HA340 combines proven CMR technology with a 3.5" form factor and 6 Gb/s SATA interface to provide cost-efficient, backward-compatible capacities. A dual-stage microactuator improves head positioning accuracy for enhanced performance, and the drive is engineered for sustained workloads with a high projected MTBF of 2,000,000 hours. The product includes a limited 5-year warranty.

Suitable for

• Rack-mounted storage enclosures
• Server-based storage systems
• Traditional storage arrays and legacy infrastructures
• Data-intensive applications and heavy sequential workloads

Key specifications

• Capacity: 10 TB
• Form factor: 3.5"
• Interface: SATA, 6 Gb/s
• Spindle speed: 7,200 RPM
• Recording technology: Conventional Magnetic Recording (CMR)
• Projected MTBF: 2,000,000 hours
• Weight: 0.75 kg
• Warranty: 5-year limited warranty

How to use

Install the 3.5" Ultrastar DC HA340 into a compatible SATA bay or drive tray following your server or enclosure manufacturer’s instructions. Ensure the system BIOS/UEFI recognizes the drive, connect power and SATA cables securely, and format or configure the drive within your operating system or storage controller according to your storage layout and RAID requirements. For best results, use in systems designed for 3.5" enterprise HDDs and verify firmware compatibility if applicable.

Recommendations

Use this drive in data center or enterprise environments where high-capacity, reliable SATA storage is required. Match the drive to appropriate cooling, vibration-control measures, and drive carrier hardware to maintain performance and longevity.