Western Digital Ultrastar Data60 SE4U60-60 480 TB 4U storage platform

The Western Digital 480TB 4U Storage Platform is a rack-mount enclosure for enterprise storage infrastructure. It provides up to 480 TB of raw capacity for data-intensive workloads. Across its 60 drive bays, the platform holds storage within a single rack-mounted unit. The 4U format is intended for deployment in server racks rather than desktop use. The capacity is specified as raw storage, so the 480 TB figure should not be read as a stated usable capacity.

A hot-swappable design allows drives or supported components to be replaced while the system remains running. This gives a maintenance option that does not require shutting the platform down for those replacements. Support for 24/7 operation suits infrastructure that needs storage available around the clock. The unit is intended for internal installation within enterprise server and storage systems. At 79.4 kg, its weight is an important consideration when planning rack installation and handling.

• SAS and SATA support: accommodates drives using either interface.
• 3.5-inch drive format: specifies the supported physical drive size.
• Hardware encryption with SED support: includes self-encrypting drive capability.
• Ultrastar Data60 series: identifies the platform’s Western Digital product range.
• 447 × 175 × 712 mm enclosure: gives the width, height and depth for rack-space planning.