What is the maximum workload capacity for the WD Red Plus 8TB?

The WD Red Plus 8TB is rated for 180TB/year workload capacity, making it suitable for continuous 24/7 operation in small-to-medium business NAS environments. This workload rating ensures the drive can handle sustained data access patterns without performance degradation or premature failure.

Is this drive compatible with RAID systems?

Yes. The WD Red Plus 8TB is specifically designed for RAID-optimized NAS systems supporting up to 8 bays. It features NASware 3.0 firmware, CMR technology, and Native Command Queuing (NCQ) to optimize performance and reliability in RAID configurations.

What is the transfer rate and cache size?

The drive delivers a maximum transfer rate of 215 MB/s with a 256MB cache buffer. The cache reduces latency during random I/O operations common in multi-user NAS environments, improving overall system responsiveness and backup performance.

What is the MTBF and reliability rating?

The WD Red Plus 8TB has an MTBF of 1,000,000 hours with a non-recoverable read error rate of <1 in 10^14 bits read. These enterprise-grade specifications ensure reliable operation in mission-critical NAS deployments with minimal downtime risk.

What are the physical dimensions and power requirements?

The drive uses a 3.5-inch LFF form factor and weighs 1.8 lb. Power requirements are 12VDC ±5% at 1.75A peak. Operating temperature range is 0°C to 65°C, suitable for standard data center and office environments.

What warranty and compliance certifications are included?

The WD Red Plus 8TB includes a 3-year limited warranty covering parts and labor. The drive is RoHS compliant, meeting environmental and regulatory standards for enterprise IT procurement.

WD80EFPX - Western Digital WD80EFPX Red Plus 8TB 5640 RPM NAS

Name: Western Digital WD80EFPX Red Plus 8TB 5640 RPM NAS
Brand: Western Digital
SKU: WD80EFPX
Price: 538 USD
Availability: InStock

WD80EFPX - Western Digital WD80EFPX Red Plus 8TB 5640 RPM NAS | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The Western Digital WD Red Plus 8TB (WD80EFPX) is a purpose-built NAS hard drive engineered for small to medium business environments and power users. Operating at 5640 RPM with a 256MB cache and 215 MB/s transfer rate, this drive delivers reliable performance in RAID-optimized NAS systems supporting up to 8 bays. Built on CMR technology with NASware 3.0 firmware, it ensures compatibility and optimized operation within NAS ecosystems. Rated for 180TB/year workload capacity and 1 million hours MTBF, the drive provides enterprise-grade reliability for continuous 24/7 operation. The 3.5-inch form factor connects via SATA 6Gb/s interface, making it compatible with standard NAS enclosures. Backed by a 3-year limited warranty, this drive is ideal for organizations requiring dependable mid-capacity storage with proven NAS optimization.

180TB/year workload with 1M hours MTBF
5640 RPM with 256MB cache, 215 MB/s transfer
NASware 3.0 CMR technology for RAID up to 8 bays
SATA 6Gb/s interface, 3.5-inch form factor
3-year limited warranty, RoHS compliant
Operating temp 0-65°C, 1.8 lb weight

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Featuring

Power Requirement
Manufacturer part #	WD80EFPX
Brand	Western Digital
Condition	New
Model	WD80EFPX
Capacity	8TB / 8000GB
Technology	CMR; Advanced Format (AF); Native Command Queuing
Cache Buffer	256MB
Product Line	WD Red Plus
Product Type	NAS Hard Disk Drive
Workload Rate	180 TB/year
Rotational Speed	5640 RPM Class

Compatible systems

Designed for NAS systems up to 8 bays; compatible with standard 3.5-inch SATA servers

Any NAS Systems
Model: Up to 8-bay
Form factor: 3.5-inch SATA
Compatible with servers accepting 3.5in x 1.0in LFF SATA drives

Best for

Small-to-Medium Business NAS
Designed for business NAS environments with up to 8 bays, supporting 180TB/year workload and 1M hours MTBF for continuous 24/7 operation in demanding deployments.
RAID-Optimized Storage Systems
CMR technology with NASware 3.0 firmware optimizes performance in RAID configurations, delivering 215 MB/s transfer rates and 256MB cache for efficient data protection.
Power User Home Offices
5640 RPM performance with SATA 6Gb/s interface provides reliable storage for power users requiring consistent access to large data volumes in home office environments.
Data Backup & Archive
180TB/year workload rating and <1 in 10^14 non-recoverable read error rate ensure reliable long-term data retention and backup operations.

Interface Type	SATA 6Gb/s; SATA 600
Interface Speed	6 Gb/s

Operating Temperature	0°C to 65°C
Non-operating Temperature	-40°C to 70°C

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Western Digital WD80EFPX Red Plus 8TB 5640 RPM NAS

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Physical Characteristics

Reliability

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