WD NasWare Red WD80EFAX 8 TB 256/5400
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High capacity internal hard drive from the 2018 NasWare Red 3.5″ HDD line. This family includes drives of various sizes (from 1 GB to 10 TB), the design and firmware of which is optimized for solving problems of long-term storage of information in NAS arrays with up to 8 bays. The manufacturer is positioning itself as a product of the middle price category, intended for use in home and office storage, access to which is organized using high-speed network cable or wireless connections.
Can be used as an additional high-capacity drive in a multi-purpose home PC, workstation, or high-end multimedia system. The WD NasWare Red WD80EFAX hard drive is not recommended for use as a system hard drive, but it will perfectly cope with storing large files of any work projects, SD/HD/UHD resolution photo/video/audio content and numerous backups. This model uses the classic CMR magnetic recording method, which provides high-speed data access, and the magnetic platters themselves rotate at a speed of 5400 rpm. Proprietary 3D Active Balance Plus two-plane balancing technology guarantees low vibration, high reliability and stable performance in 24/7 operation. The firmware of the device is optimized for operation as a part of RAID arrays.
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14 TB, built-in, server, 3.5 ", buffer: 512 MB, write CMR, 7200 rpm, connection: SATA3, warranty 3 years
4 TB, built-in, server, 3.5 ", buffer: 256 MB, write CMR, 5400 rpm, connection: SATA3, warranty 3 years
4 TB, built-in, server, 3.5 ", buffer: 64 MB, write CMR, 5400 rpm, connection: SATA3, warranty 3 years
10 TB, built-in, server, 3.5 ", buffer: 256 MB, write CMR, 7200 rpm, connection: SATA3, warranty 3 years
16 TB, built-in, server, 3.5 ", buffer: 512 MB, write CMR, 7200 rpm, connection: SATA3, warranty 5 years
10 TB, built-in, server, 3.5 ", buffer: 512 MB, write CMR, 7200 rpm, connection: SATA3, warranty 3 years
8 TB, built-in, server, 3.5 ", buffer: 256 MB, write CMR, 5700 rpm, connection: SATA3, warranty 3 years
6 TB, built-in, server, 3.5 ", buffer: 256 MB, write CMR, 5400 rpm, connection: SATA3, warranty 3 years
8 TB, built-in, server, 3.5 ", buffer: 256 MB, 7200 rpm, connection: SATA3, warranty 5 years
22 TB, built-in, server, 3.5 ", buffer: 512 MB, write CMR, 7200 rpm, connection: SATA3, warranty 5 years
6 TB, built-in, server, 3.5 ", buffer: 64 MB, write CMR, 5400 rpm, connection: SATA3, warranty 3 years
2 TB, built-in, server, 3.5 ", buffer: 64 MB, write CMR, 5400 rpm, connection: SATA3, warranty 3 years
12 TB, built-in, server, 3.5 ", buffer: 512 MB, write CMR, 7200 rpm, connection: SATA3, warranty 3 years
4 TB, built-in, server, 3.5 ", buffer: 256 MB, write CMR, 7200 rpm, connection: SATA3, warranty 5 years
4 TB, built-in, server, 3.5 ", buffer: 256 MB, write SMR, 5400 rpm, connection: SATA3, warranty 5 years
6 TB, built-in, server, 3.5 ", buffer: 256 MB, write CMR, 7200 rpm, connection: SATA3, warranty 5 years
2 TB, built-in, server, 3.5 ", buffer: 64 MB, write CMR, 7200 rpm, connection: SATA3, warranty 5 years
12 TB, built-in, server, 3.5 ", buffer: 512 MB, write CMR, 7200 rpm, connection: SATA3, warranty 5 years
4 TB, built-in, server, 3.5 ", buffer: 128 MB, write CMR, 5400 rpm, connection: SATA3, warranty 3 years
14 TB, built-in, server, 3.5 ", buffer: 512 MB, write CMR, 7200 rpm, connection: SATA3, warranty 5 years
Model overview based on user reviews
The WD NasWare Red series is highly regarded for its quiet operation, reliability, and suitability for NAS systems. Users appreciate the cool and efficient performance of models like the 2TB and 4TB, although the 8TB model is noted to be audibly louder and warmer. The drives are praised for their fast access times and low energy consumption, making them ideal for continuous use in NAS environments. However, some users express concerns about the helium technology in larger models, which may affect long-term reliability. Overall, the WD NasWare Red is considered a reliable choice for data storage, especially in NAS setups, with a few users experiencing issues with specific models, but most reporting positive long-term performance.
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2TB model - quiet, cool, reliable 4TB model - quiet in standby, slightly audible in operation, warm 8TB model - quiet in standby, clearly audible in operation, fast 8TB model and above - the main drawback is helium, it is not eternal and constantly dissipates through the case. Unsuitable for "eternal" storage. |
good quality product I think the main advantage is that it is optimized for consumer NAS. They behave normally at work and remain cool. This is a very good indicator. This model is cheaper than buying the RE series. They are more reliable in operation than desktop models. not found  Andrey: use WD WD10EFRX week |
I bought this hard drive to install the system, programs, and store work documents. I work with video and graphics, so I needed a large capacity. So far, I'm satisfied with how it performs :) works fast, quiet, and almost doesn't heat up, fits various needs perfectly, very good capacity. don't know Aleksey: use WD NasWare Red few months i recommend it should buy |
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WD NasWare Red WD80EFAX configurations
| Price for WD NasWare Red WD80EFAX | ||||
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 | WD NasWare Red WD10EFRX 1 TB | from $74.99 | 9 offers | |
| WD NasWare Red WD20EFRX 2 TB | from $221.02 | 6 offers | |
| WD NasWare Red WD30EFRX 3 TB CMR | from $250.00 | 2 offers | |
| WD NasWare Red WD40EFRX 4 TB CMR | from $306.61 | 3 offers | |
| WD NasWare Red WD40EFAX 4 TB SMR | from $107.89 | 1 offer | |
| WD NasWare Red WD50EFRX 5 TB | from $447.50 | 1 offer | |
| WD NasWare Red WD60EFRX 6 TB CMR | from $470.94 | 3 offers | |
| WD NasWare Red WD80EFZX 8 TB 128/5400 | from $457.76 | 2 offers | |
 | WD NasWare Red WD80EFAX 8 TB 256/5400 | from $380.31 | 4 offers | |
| WD NasWare Red WD100EFAX 10 TB WD100EFAX | from $610.00 | 1 offer | |
| WD NasWare Red WD101EFAX 10 TB WD101EFAX | from $739.17 | 1 offer | |
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8 TB, built-in, server, 3.5 ", buffer: 256 MB, write CMR, 5400 rpm, connection: SATA3, warranty 3 years
8 TB, built-in, server, 3.5 ", buffer: 128 MB, write CMR, 5400 rpm, connection: SATA3, warranty 3 years
8 TB, built-in, server, 3.5 ", buffer: 128 MB, 5400 rpm, connection: SATA3, warranty 3 years
8 TB, built-in, server, 3.5 ", buffer: 256 MB, 7200 rpm, connection: SATA3, warranty 3 years
8 TB, built-in, server, 3.5 ", buffer: 256 MB, write CMR, 5700 rpm, connection: SATA3, warranty 3 years
8 TB, built-in, server, 3.5 ", buffer: 256 MB, 7200 rpm, connection: SATA3, warranty 5 years
8 TB, built-in, server, 3.5 ", buffer: 256 MB, 7200 rpm, connection: SATA3, warranty 5 years
8 TB, built-in, server, 3.5 ", buffer: 256 MB, 7200 rpm, connection: SATA3, warranty 3 years
8 TB, built-in, server, 3.5 ", buffer: 256 MB, write CMR, 7200 rpm, connection: SATA3, warranty 5 years
8 TB, built-in, server, 3.5 ", buffer: 256 MB, 7200 rpm, connection: SATA3, warranty 5 years
8 TB, built-in, server, 3.5 ", buffer: 256 MB, 7200 rpm, connection: SATA3, warranty 5 years
8 TB, built-in, server, 3.5 ", buffer: 256 MB, write CMR, 7200 rpm, connection: SATA3, warranty 3 years
4TB model - quiet in standby, barely audible in operation, warm
8TB model - quiet in standby, clearly audible in operation, hot up to 52 degrees