Beyond ExpectationsWD Gold hard drives are performance-optimized for heavy application workloads whether you need 1TB or 18TB1. The WD Gold HDDs wide capacity range solves for the most demanding storage environments.Enhanced ReliabilityWith up to 2.5M hours MTBF WD Gold hard drives deliver enhanced levels of dependability and durability.A World-Class PerformerDelivering excellent service to any storage environment WD Gold hard drives are designed to handle workloads up to 550TB2 per year among the highest of any 3.5-inch hard drive.Vibration ProtectionWD Gold has sophisticated monitoring electronics that help correct linear and rotational vibrations in real time using enhanced vibration protection technology for improved performance in high-vibration environments.Play Well with OthersBroadly compatible with most PC and major enterprise operating systems. Specifically designed for use in enterprise-grade data centers and storage systems.