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Compare HDDs

Discover the differences between internal, external, and portable hard drives. Learn how each type of HDD is designed to meet specific needs, from reliable data storage and backups to gaming and creative projects.

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HDD vs SSD

Learn the differences between SSDs and HDDs to choose the best storage solution for your needs. Explore how SSDs provide faster speeds and durability for high performance, while HDDs offer larger capacities at a lower cost for extensive data storage.

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Thunderbolt vs. USB-C

Compare Thunderbolt and USB to see how different USB-C type cables, connectors, and ports can power your data storage workflow.

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Find Your Color

Learn how color-coded drives—Blue, Green, Red, Purple, and Gold—are tailored for specific needs, from everyday computing to surveillance and enterprise applications. Find the right drive for your workload.

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Network Attached Storage (NAS)

Discover how NAS solutions provide centralized, shareable storage for homes and businesses. Streamline data access, backups, and collaboration with an internet-connected NAS device.

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Data Security

Explore built-in security features, including encryption and access controls, designed to safeguard your data across enterprise hard drives.

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Home Backup Solutions

Explore user-friendly home backup options to securely store your family photos, videos, and music. Choose from ultra-portable drives to dual-drive cloud devices that are safe at home and accessible from anywhere.

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gaming

Expand your gaming storage with high-performance and high-capacity HDDs. High-speed HDD gaming storage upgrades give you the space you need for your gaming PC, Xbox, or PS5 gaming consoles.

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Professional Photography

Shop the best storage solutions for Photography professionals and enthusiasts. From on-location to studio solutions, Western Digital has the best products for upgrading your workflow.

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raid

Learn about RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) storage, which writes data across multiple drives within the same system. Understand different configurations, such as RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 5, to match your specific needs for system performance and data redundancy.

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surveillance

Discover storage solutions designed for surveillance systems, capable of handling 24/7 workloads. These drives are built with exclusive AllFrame technology to help reduce frame loss and improve video playback, ensuring reliable operation in large-scale surveillance systems.

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Data Center Storage Solutions

Find advanced data storage infrastructure purpose-built to support critical applications and workloads. High-capacity hard drives deliver higher data density, enabling data center expansion and efficiency, so you can store more data and do more with it.

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WD Gold Professional

WD Gold HDDs deliver top-tier performance, reliability, and durability for demanding enterprise environments. Ideal for small businesses and professionals, these hard drives handle heavy workloads with secure storage options for mission-critical data.

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