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A hard drive or hard drive is one of the main elements of any modern computer, responsible for storing information. The device consists of magnetic disks - round aluminum or glass plates and a read/write head. The main qualitative characteristics of a hard drive are capacity, read and read speed, rotation speed, sector search time, noise level and shock resistance during operation (for HDD). In addition, for many users, when purchasing a hard drive, it is very important characteristic is the reliability and durability of the device.

The best HDD hard drives for a desktop computer for 1-2 TB

HDD (Hard Drive Disk) is the most popular type of storage device for a personal computer. Such hard drives have been on the market for a very long time and are still in high demand due to their high capacity, affordable price and relatively long service life. The main disadvantage of HDDs is their low resistance to mechanical damage. In particular, such devices are afraid of shocks and shaking during operation. Therefore, when choosing a reliable HDD drive, it is important to look at parameters such as shock resistance during operation and storage.

The most popular manufacturers of HDD hard drives for desktop computers are Toshiba (Japan), Western Digital (USA) and Seagate (USA).

3 Western Digital WD10EZRZ

The best 1 TB HDD in terms of price and quality ratio
Country: USA
Average price: RUB 3,449
Rating (2019): 4.6

The inexpensive Western Digital WD10EZRZ model ranks third in the ranking of HDD hard drives for personal computers. The drive has a capacity of 1 TB and has an affordable price, which makes it quite popular on the market. Thanks to support for 4 KB sectors, the disk uses its usable space as efficiently as possible. Read speed and write speed are the same and amount to 150 Mbps.

Among the advantages in reviews, buyers indicate fast operation, low noise level and low operating temperature. The device consumes little, only 3.3 W, so there will be no need to replace the power supply when installing the disk. Important parameter drive – the time of jumping between different tracks, which here is 0.4 seconds, which ensures high speed. The only disadvantages include some difficulties with setup.

2 Seagate ST1000DM010

Low price
Country: USA
Average price: 3,040 ₽
Rating (2019): 4.7

The silver medalist in the rating is a very affordable model from Seagate. In terms of its characteristics, it is very close to the WD representative, but at a slightly lower cost it offers higher performance. Volume – 1 TB – the best option for most home users. Claimed read and write speeds are 156 Mbit/s, but user reviews indicate even higher figures - up to 200 Mbit/s for sequential reading.

Also among the advantages are the relatively low noise level and minimal heating: under load, the disk heats up to 41 degrees, although the maximum permissible is almost a third higher. The only complaint about Seagate is that the power saving controls are too strict. Yes, the hard drive consumes 5.3 W, but due to the factory settings, the drive goes to sleep very quickly, which is why there is a noticeable delay when switching music tracks, for example.

Today there are three main types of hard drives: HDD (Hard Drive Disk), SSD ( Solid State Drive) and Hybrid (HDD + SSD). Which type of hard drive is better? There is no definite answer, since each has both its advantages and disadvantages:

Hard drive type	Advantages	Flaws
HDD (Hard Drive Disk)	Large capacity Low price Popularity (availability on store shelves) Good reliability	Not resistant to mechanical damage and shaking Slow reading speed Vibration during operation Low access speed
SSD (Solid State Drive)	Absolutely silent Low power consumption Resistance to mechanical damage Compact dimensions Higher data transfer speed	High price Limited memory capacity (usually up to 1 TB) Sensitivity to voltage changes in the network
Hybrid (HDD+SSD)	High performance Low power consumption Reliability, resistance to damage and shaking	Limited memory Poor assortment

1 Toshiba HDWD120UZSVA

Largest volume (2 TB)
Country:
Average price: 4,554 RUR
Rating (2019): 4.8

We will give leadership in the category to the most capacious hard drive. The Toshiba model with a capacity of 2 terabytes a few years ago might have seemed redundant and expensive, but today, due to the increasing volumes of information and cheaper technology, it is becoming quite relevant.

The device is made in a 3.5’ form factor. The disk rotation speed is 7200 rpm, which provides an acceptable speed of 150 MB/s for writing and reading. The manufacturer claims that during operation the disk produces only 28 dB of noise, which is confirmed by users in reviews. The disadvantage is high heating. Temperatures easily reach 50 degrees, with a critical level of 65 C. Among the pleasant features, we note the disk self-diagnosis function, which is designed to extend service life and maintain operating speed at the original level.

The manufacturer offers only a two-year warranty, but users talk about trouble-free operation for 4-5 years, and therefore there is no doubt about reliability.

Best Desktop Hard Drives Over 2TB

For most users, 1-2 terabytes of memory is enough for personal use. You can store all your files, music and even a collection of your favorite movies. But sometimes significantly more memory is required. Videographers, editors and other professionals working with very large files need 3-4, or even 10 TB of memory. For such people, we have selected the four most capacious hard drives.

4 Western Digital WD Blue Desktop 4 TB (WD40EZRZ)

The best option for home archives
Country:
Average price: 8,200 RUR
Rating (2019): 4.6

Let's open the category with a rather modest hard drive from the well-known Western Digital. The official disk capacity is 4 TB, in reality users complain about the availability of only 3.63 TB. On the other hand, the average cost allows you to forgive many shortcomings.

The disk rotation speed is 5400 rpm, the cache volume is only 64 MB. Because of this, the overall operating speed is low - with sequential writing/reading, the speed remains at 149-155 MB/s. But such modesty made it possible to make the WD Blue Desktop 4 Tb as quiet and cool as possible. During operation, the noise level does not exceed 28 dB, vibration is almost completely absent, and the temperature, even at maximum load, does not exceed 40 degrees. This allows you to build very quiet, reliable computers with several disks at once - assemble a couple of these HDDs in RAID 1 and you don’t have to worry about the safety of your data.

3 Seagate ST3000DM007

Affordable price
Country:
Average price: 6,690 RUR
Rating (2019): 4.7

The top three HDDs for desktop computers include the BarraCuda line model from Seagate. The price per terabyte is higher than that of the previous participant, but most ordinary users will probably be more interested in the bronze medalist. Capacity of 3.5' disk is 3 TB. This is more than enough to store a personal archive of photos, music and TV series.

The disk rotation speed is again only 5400 rpm, but due to the larger cache - 256 MB - slightly higher read/write speeds are provided - about 180-185 MB/s. Users will also be pleased with the low noise level: 27 dB during operation and only 22 dB when idle - it will not even disturb sleep! Heating is also extremely insignificant - users talk about 26-28 C under load. Finally, the drive consumes only 3.7 W when running.

There is practically no information from users about reliability. Officially stated service life is 1800 days (5 years), warranty is 720 days.

2 Western Digital WD Black 6 TB (WD6003FZBX)

Highest operating speed
Country: USA (manufactured in China, Malaysia)
Average price: 19,480 RUR
Rating (2019): 4.8

If the “Blue” line from Western Digital is intended for home use, then the “WD Black” is positioned as a tool for professionals. The capacity of the model is 6TB. Such volumes will be useful, for example, to operators and editors who have to deal with “source files” of several tens or even hundreds of gigabytes.

The disk rotates at a speed of 7200 rpm, which, in combination with a 256 MB buffer, provides write and read speeds of 225-230 MB/s - these are record figures in the class. In this case, you will have to put up with a fairly high noise level: when operating, the disk produces 36 dB, when idle – 29 dB. The user will also have to ensure good ventilation in the PC case, because the operating temperature range is small (from 5 to 55 degrees), and the heating level is high due to the high operating speed. Power consumption – 9.1 W.

In addition to high speed, the manufacturer guarantees maximum storage reliability. Official guarantee 1800 days. What are the disadvantages? High cost. 1 TB of memory on this disk costs one and a half times more than competitors (~3250 rubles)

The best hard drive manufacturers

As in any other field, there are clear leaders among drive manufacturing companies. Let's look at some of them.

• WesternDigital. This American company, founded in 1970, began producing its own hard drives back in 1988. Vast experience allows the company to always be on the crest of the wave, producing the most technically advanced devices. WD was the first to release a 10,000 rpm HDD, the first to create a 10 TB drive, and much more. The company's products are also famous for their very high reliability.
• Seagate. Another company comes from the USA. The company released its first “screw” in 1980. In 2009, Seagate's reputation was damaged by low-quality hard drives from the Barracuda11 line, but in recent years, judging by reports from large companies and user reviews, product quality has improved significantly. The company's products are distinguished by the best operating speed on the market. Seagate is also the largest manufacturer of hybrid HDD+SSD hard drives.
• HGST (Hitachi Global Storage Technologies). Previously an independent company, and since 2012 a subsidiary of Western Digital. The products are also highly reliable, but the range differs significantly. HGST specializes in the production of 2.5' format hard drives installed in laptops or all-in-one PCs.

1 Toshiba HDWR11AUZSVA

Best price for 1 TB
Country: Japan (made in China)
Average price: 20,228 RUR
Rating (2019): 4.8

In contrast to the previous participant, we offer a model with a minimum memory cost. For 10 TB you will have to pay only 17-18 thousand rubles. The scope of application of the model is still the same - storage and processing of high-quality video materials. Of course, you can also look at models with a larger capacity - other manufacturers offer hard drives up to 14 TB for home use - but the cost of one terabyte of memory in this case will be much higher.

In addition, our leader can boast of not only quantitative, but also qualitative indicators. The disk rotates at a speed of 7200 rpm, the cache volume is 256 MB - read and write speeds are kept at 200 MB/s. The model is undoubtedly noisy - even when idle, the noise level reaches 34 dB. Unfortunately, due to the newness of the HDD, there are no reviews about its reliability, but the manufacturer provides a 730-day warranty and claims 600,000 hours between failures - an excellent result.

The best HDD + SSD hybrid hard drives

A hybrid hard drive is considered a more advanced data storage device because it combines the positive aspects of HDD and SSD drives. A hybrid drive first stores data on flash memory and then transfers it to magnetic storage. This increases the speed of information transfer, increases the service life of the media and reduces energy costs. The only significant drawback of the “hybrid” is the high price.

3 Seagate ST1200MM0129

Server hybrid drive
Country: USA
Average price: 13,750 RUR
Rating (2019): 4.7

Let's start our review of hybrid hard drives with the “not for everyone” model. Model ST1200MM0129 from Seagate - in fact, the only manufacturer of hybrid drives at the moment - belongs to the class of server drives. At the same time, the device can be safely used in consumer desktops. The format is 2.5”, but due to the thickness of 15 mm, the disk cannot be used in a laptop. The volume is not a record, only 1200 GB. But the flash memory capacity is 16 GB, which means the vast majority of files will be transferred at maximum speed. The disk part is also amazing - the spindle rotation speed is 10,000 rpm. Excellent result, which most competitors don't even come close to. It is also worth noting that it works via the SAS interface, providing a theoretical data transfer speed of 1200 MB/sec. Finally, the advantage is the low latency - only 2.9 s - one and a half times lower than other hard drives.

There are also a lot of disadvantages. The most noticeable is the cost. For the bronze medalist you will have to pay about 13.5 thousand rubles. Also pay attention to the fact that to connect this HDD you need a SAS or SAS/SATA cage. A regular SATA cable will not work! However, the shortcomings are more than compensated for high speed work and a five-year manufacturer's warranty.

2 Seagate ST2000LX001

Largest hybrid hard drive ever
Country: USA
Average price: 6,790 RUR
Rating (2019): 4.7

Quite recently we were surprised at the presentations of hard drives with a capacity of 1-2 TB, and today we are looking at the ST2000LX015 model with a capacity of 2 TB and a thickness of only 7 mm! The form factor is 2.5”, which means the hard drive can be used in all types of devices – desktop PCs, all-in-one PCs and compact laptops. The spindle rotation speed, for the sake of silence and low power consumption, is 5400 rpm. The manufacturer claims a data exchange speed of 140 MB/s. Real measurements are very close to this figure.

But in the future, the HDD should work even faster, because there is 8 GB of flash memory, into which the most popular files are automatically loaded for faster access. It is difficult to directly assess the effectiveness of this solution, but in reviews users note an improvement in performance after some time from the start of use. At the same time, the cost differs slightly from classic competitors.

1 Seagate ST1000LX015

Best 2.5' hybrid disc
Country: USA
Average price: 4,333 RUR
Rating (2019): 4.8

The leader of the rating is another representative of the Seagate hybrid drive line. Form factor 2.5'. This is suitable for installation not only on a desktop, but also on a laptop. The hard drive capacity is 1 TB, another 8 GB is carried by a flash drive. The disk rotation speed is only 5400 rpm, which can hardly be called a high result. Sequential read and write speeds of 140 and 110 MB/s, respectively.

Acoustic comfort, judging by the manufacturer’s statement, is simply excellent - only 22 dB during operation. However, some users report a slight noise when positioning the head. Although in everyday use you are unlikely to pay attention to it.

The best laptop hard drives

3 Western Digital WD5000LPLX

Favorable price. Popular HDD drive for laptop
Country: USA (manufactured in China, Malaysia)
Average price: 3,350 RUR
Rating (2019): 4.6

The top three best hard drives for laptops in 2019 opens with the Western Digital WD5000LPLX model. Thanks to the common 2.5” form factor, it will fit into the vast majority of laptop computers. The storage capacity is 500 GB, which is quite enough to store a large amount of documentation. HDD technology increases the service life of the media and allows it to be used for several years without having to be replaced.

The advantages of this model in reviews include good data exchange speed, a 5-year warranty and an acceptable cache size. The external data transfer rate is about 600 Mbit/s, which allows you to quickly display the requested documents. Among the weaknesses of this device are heating during intensive operation and a fairly high noise level when reading from the drive.

2 Seagate ST1000LM048

Excellent price/capacity ratio. Quietest model
Country: USA (made in Thailand)
Average price: 3,590 RUR
Rating (2019): 4.7

We will give the silver category medal to the model from Seagate. Winchester is approximately in the middle between its competitors in both cost and performance. The capacity of a 2.5' drive is 1 TB - the optimal solution for most users. Spindle speed 5400 rpm. Together with a 128 MB cache, this provides a sequential read speed of 125 MB/s and a write speed of 88 MB/s.

Temperature and noise indicators, which are important for mobile computers, deserve special attention. If you believe the reviews, the disk heats up to a maximum of 27-28 degrees. It is worth considering that this indicator can vary greatly depending on the laptop model, namely, on its ventilation. The noise is still great. During operation, the volume does not exceed 22 dB - you will only hear it in the quietest room. Finally, shock resistance during operation - the ST1000LM048 can withstand overloads up to 400G!

1 Western Digital WD Blue Mobile 2 TB (WD20SPZX)

The largest hard drive for laptops
Country: USA
Average price: 5,800 ₽
Rating (2019): 4.8

For those who like to store all their files on a hard drive, a 2 TB Blue model from Western Digital is suitable. This is a series of mid-class drives. The WD20SPZX version is made in a 2.5” form factor and has a minimum thickness of only 7 mm. Due to this, it can be installed even in the most compact laptops or all-in-one computers, not to mention huge desktop PCs. Spindle speed 5400 rpm. Maximum performance cannot be achieved this way, but power consumption (1.8 W) and noise (up to 24 dB during operation) are not a concern.

In terms of technical characteristics, nothing outstanding. The disk produces about 125-130 MB/s for reading and writing. When the space is completely filled, the speed drops by half, as it should be in theory. As a result, we have a simple, but high-quality, quiet and very large hard drive for any task.

The best external hard drives

4 Seagate Expansion Portable Drive 5 TB

Largest external hard drive
Country: USA
Average price: 7,773 RUR
Rating (2019): 4.6

What size is your flash drive? What about computer storage? Whatever your answer, it is almost certain that all the information from them will fit on a single external hard drive from Seagate. The capacity of this monster is almost 5 TB. It communicates with HDD devices via USB 3.0 with a maximum throughput of 500 Mb/s. The real numbers will remain at the level of 120-140 Mb/s.

The design of the device is minimalistic - a rectangle with rounded corners is broken up only by a polygonal pattern on the top edge. The narrow strip of the status indicator pleases the eye - stylish and functional. We note that the disk is quite thick, 20 mm, but there is no other way with such a capacious storage. Also, users in reviews complain about the thin, sagging body. Perhaps this is a consequence of the pursuit of weight reduction.

3 Toshiba Canvio Ready 1TB

Favorable cost
Country: Japan
Average price: 3,980 RUR
Rating (2019): 4.5

Third place in the ranking of the best external hard drives is occupied by Toshiba Canvio Ready 1TB. This model has the lowest cost among its TOP competitors, but is in no way inferior to them in terms of characteristics. The storage device uses a 1 TB HDD, which copes well with storing large files. Thanks to the USB 3.0 interface, good data transfer speeds are achieved - up to 500 Mbit/s. The practical plastic case perfectly withstands mechanical loads and reliably stores the contents.

The advantages of this model in reviews from users include small dimensions, light weight and high reliability. In addition, the drive has sufficient protection from shocks and falls. Competent software allows you to pair the media with a variety of multimedia devices. The disadvantages include a short cord and a non-standard connector for connecting it on the hard drive side.

2 Western Digital My Passport Wireless Pro 2 TB

The most versatile external HDD. WiFi support
Country: USA
Average price: 14,777 ₽
Rating (2019): 4.8

The silver medalist seems insanely expensive compared to its competitors, but the cost is more than offset by the range of features. First of all, you should pay attention to the storage volume - from 1 to 4 TB, depending on the version. In addition to the standard USB 3.0 interface for external HDDs, the device supports WiFi. With it, My Passport Wireless Pro can “communicate” simultaneously with several devices - computers running Windows, MacOS and Linux, as well as popular mobile operating systems. Moreover, external power is not required - inside, among other things, there is a 6400 mAh battery that provides up to 10 hours of battery life. Finally, you can transfer information without connecting to a PC or mobile device- the case has slots for an SD card and a flash drive for automatic file transfer.

With all the wealth of functionality, we have a fairly compact device with dimensions of 126x126x24 mm. The design is not for everybody, but I wouldn’t dare call it boring. In conclusion, I would like to note that the model is perfect for photographers and camera operators.

1 ADATA DashDrive Durable HD650 USB 3.1 1 TB

Optimal price-quality ratio
Country: China
Average price: 3,560 RUR
Rating (2019): 4.8

The first place in the ranking of the best external hard drives of 2019 is occupied by the ADATA DashDrive Durable HD650 1TB. This 1TB drive is one of the most popular drives on the market today. Thanks to the USB 3.1 connection, data transfer speeds of up to 500 Mbps are provided. The standard 2.5” form factor makes the drive quite compact (weights only 201 grams). The storage device has 1 HDD.

Among the strengths of this model in reviews, users highlight a pleasant appearance, good operating speed and shock-resistant housing. The engineers paid special attention the strength of the device, since external drives are often subject to physical impacts. The disk is compatible with most modern devices, from laptops and smartphones to TVs. The disadvantages include a short cord and low quality assemblies.

The best hard drives for a server

Hard drives for servers are characterized by increased reliability and operating speed (rotation speed up to 15,000 rpm). To connect a server disk, parallel (SCSI) and serial (SATA, SAS) interfaces are used. The failure-free operation time of such devices, as a rule, exceeds 1 million hours. The most common width (form factor) of server hard drives is 3.5 inches, but 2.5-inch devices have become increasingly popular. It is known that the smaller the width, the more economical the hard drive is.

3 Western Digital WD20EFRX

Excellent value for money
Country: USA
Average price: 6,861 ₽
Rating (2019): 4.6

Third place in the ranking of the best hard drives for a server is occupied by the Western Digital WD20EFRX model. The drive has a capacity of 2 TB and, thanks to the SATA 6GB/s interface, provides maximum speed information transmission up to 600 Mbit/s. The failure-free operation time declared by the manufacturer is 1,000,000 hours, which indicates high reliability devices. Successful engineering solutions allow the disk to be stored at temperatures from -40 to 70 °C.

In numerous reviews, users talk about quiet operation, extended warranty and lack of vibrations, as strengths this model. Thanks to unique technology NCQ, the disk can process several commands at once, which has a positive effect on its performance. Compared to its neighbors in the TOP, it is the most economical - consumption is only 4.4 W. The disadvantages of this device include high cost and fairly strict temperature requirements. environment while working.

2 Seagate ST4000VN008

Excellent cost/volume ratio
Country: USA
Average price: 8,113 RUR
Rating (2019): 4.7

This server hard drive from Seagate can be classified as ordinary. Nothing outstanding, but the device does its job perfectly. The cost of the disk is a little more than 8 thousand rubles, which, with a capacity of 4 TB, gives an extremely “tasty” price per 1 GB of memory. Speeds are consistently good. About 130-140 MB/s. The spindle rotation speed is slightly higher than the standard - 5900 rpm.

Reviews praise the hard drive for its low noise and vibration levels. The model is intended for use in a NAS, but it will also fit perfectly on a regular desktop computer. At the moment, there is no information about the experience of long-term use of the ST4000VN008, but over the year, according to users, no incidents occurred. Also giving confidence is the stated operating time between failures - 1,000,000 hours. Not a record for server technology, but enough for the average user.

1 Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC530 14 TB (WUH721414ALE6L4)

Best volume (14 TB). Record MTBF
Country: USA
Average price: 27,930 ₽
Rating (2019): 4.8

Finally, a record-breaking hard drive in many respects. First of all, the model flaunts 14 GB of internal space. This capacity was achieved by filling the housing with helium. Speed ​​characteristics are also pleasing. The disk outputs about 270 MB/s for reading and writing - an unattainable figure for most hard drives. Even when the board space runs out, the speed drops to only 130-140 MB/s. At the same time, temperatures outside the case reach 45 degrees - when placed in a desktop case, you should take care of good airflow.

Acoustic comfort is perceived differently by users. Some reviews complain about excessive noise, others praise it for its silence compared to its competitors. There is little information about reliability, but there is no doubt about the security of the data, because the manufacturer even duplicated the chip with firmware for greater reliability. It’s a pity that the official five-year warranty from the manufacturer does not work in our country.

How to choose the best hard drive

The hard drive, at first glance, is not the most important part of the computer. Yes, your PC will still work with the “wrong” model. But in order to choose a high-quality drive, pay attention to our tips.

• Drive type. First, decide which type of drive is right for you: HDD, SSD or HDD+SSD. Detailed information about them is in the summary table above.
• Manufacturer. Information is the main value modern world. To ensure that your data is preserved for many years, choose products from trusted manufacturers. For example, those we listed above.
• Capacity. For the OS and programs, 250 GB is enough. Store a lot of photos and music - 1 TB is your choice. You can’t raise your hand to delete your favorite TV shows and movies - look at the “screws” from 2 TB and above. The larger the volume, the higher the price.
• Form factor. Laptops are equipped with 2.5’ format hard drives, and desktop PCs – 3.5’. Be sure to check which format is supported by your device.
• Spindle rotation speed. It happens from 5400 to 10000 rpm. A higher indicator means better speed. The best option are models with a rotation speed of 7200 rpm.
• Noise. Many users assemble cooling systems that are as quiet as possible. Because of this, the cracking sound of the hard drive may become audible. You won’t be able to check this in advance - just know that this situation occurs.

10/04/2017, Wed, 17:16, Moscow time , Text: Vladimir Bakhur

New 3.5-inch Ultrastar Hs14 drives in SATA and SAS versions have a capacity of 14 TB and provide lower power consumption per unit of stored information due to updated HelioSeal and SMR technologies.

Record capacity for enterprise clouds

HGST, a Western Digital company, has officially unveiled its 14 TB Ultrastar Hs14 enterprise hard drives. The drives are made in a 3.5-inch form factor and are intended for use in cloud data centers focused on processing large volumes of data. The previous record for magnetic disk storage capacity also belonged to Western Digital and was 12 TB.

According to Western Digital, the new HGST Ultrastar Hs14 drives store 40% more data at more than double the write speeds of previous generation drives.

Thus, the new drives provide more cost-effective processing and storage of large volumes of data with lower TCO and less energy consumption per terabyte of stored information.

Features of Ultrastar Hs14 14TB Enterprise Drive drives

Ultrastar Hs14 hard drives support the fourth generation of HelioSeal technology, which involves the use of helium in a sealed zone, which is seven times less dense than air. Thanks to HelioSeal technology, turbulence from platter rotation is significantly reduced in drives, energy consumption is reduced, and the temperature inside the drive is reduced.

Ultrastar Hs14 drives also support the second generation of Seagate SMR (Shingled Magnetic Recording) technology, providing a 16% increase in hard drive capacity while maintaining high performance and stability.

Hard drive Ultrastar Hs14 14TB Enterprise Drive

All drives of the Ultrastar Hs14 family are available in a standard 3.5-inch form factor and have a spindle speed of 7200 rpm. The declared internal data transfer speed reaches 233 MB/s.

The recording density of the new Ultrastar Hs14 hard drives is 1034 gigabits per square inch. The drives are made on the basis of eight magnetic plates and are equipped with a buffer with a capacity of 512 MB.

The average latency is stated at 4.16 ms, the average search time in read mode is 7.7 ms. The error rate for the Ultrastar Hs14 series is stated to be no more than one per 1015 bytes (petabytes). A round-the-clock (24x7) operation mode is also declared. Mean time between failures (MBTF) is stated at 2.5 million hours.

Hard drives of the Ultrastar Hs14 family will be available to corporate customers in two versions: with the Serial ATA 3.0 (SATA) interface, providing a throughput of up to 6 Gbit/s, and Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) with a throughput of up to 12 Gbit/s.

The power consumption of Ultrastar Hs14 family drives does not exceed 6.4 W for SATA models and 8.3 W for SAS models in typical load mode, and 5.2 W/6.2 W in standby mode, respectively. The dimensions of the hard drives are 101.6 x 147.0 x 27.1 mm, weight is about 660 g.

Start of deliveries

All Ultrastar Hs14 Series drives come with a five-year limited manufacturer's warranty. Currently, Western Digital has already begun delivering pilot batches of drives to large customers and partners.

Film library in your home

Most recently, Western Digital created the largest custom hard drive, My Book Studio Edition II, with a capacity of 4 TB (4 terabytes = 4096 gigabytes). This device is designed specifically for Mac computer owners. The price of the largest hard drive is relatively high, namely $650. Its practicality is unquestionable; it can easily hold about 1,500 DVD movies, as well as about 800 thousand digital photos and about 1 million MP3 music files.

There is a cheaper option!

You can, of course, get by with a slightly smaller working volume - it will also be cheaper. My Book Studio Edition II can have a volume of 1 and 2 terabytes. By the way, in Russian online stores the price for such hard drives ranges from 7,000 to 17,000 rubles (depending on the volume). The disk is connected to the computer via a USB port. My Book Studio Edition II is quite bulky, its dimensions are 98x166x154 mm, and its weight exceeds 2.6 kg. Of course, power is provided through the network adapter; physically, the disk consists of two two-terabyte physical disks in a single housing.

What other advantages?

Judging by consumer reviews, size is the only advantage of this hard drive. The consumer properties of the model are strongly criticized by users. In particular, users criticize the fragile case, which is easily deformed and scratched. In addition, computers periodically “do not see” it, and it is not easy to detect it again.

Users also criticize the speed of information transfer from the drive; it does not rise above 12-14 MB/sec, but is often much lower. Reinstalling drivers and other manipulations do not help the situation. Users were also not satisfied with the My Book Studio Edition software called WD Drive Manager, which is not able to determine the percentage of free disk space and provides a minimum set of information about the drive.

To take or not to take?

To sum up, we can safely recommend that readers do not mess with My Book Studio Edition: this disk has no analogues in terms of capacity, but the quality of this drive does not stand up to much criticism, despite the fact that the price of the hard disk is quite high.

I’ll take my laptop and connect a flash drive ($37 thousand) to it, then put it in a case worth $11 million. I’ll talk on my iPhone ($8 million) and play Angry Birds on an iPad worth $8.1 million. What’s wrong? After all, gadgets’ best friends are diamonds!

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1. Laptop case – $11 million

The world's most expensive laptop case, Diamond Laptop Sleeve, from the Dutch company CoverBee, is hand-decorated with 8,800 rare diamonds from different parts of the planet. The cover is trimmed with natural black sable fur from Siberia - the designers claim that they used only the fur of animals that died of natural causes. Diamonds are attached to the skin, and the fur located with inside cover will reliably protect the laptop and warm it at sub-zero temperatures. The diamond case took two years to create.

2. iPad 2 with T. rex bone – $8.1 million

The design of the world's most expensive laptop, the iPad 2 with a gold casing, was developed by British jeweler Stuart Hughes, who specializes in premium gadget design. To decorate the tablet, 2 kg of gold (24 carats) and 750 grams of ammolite, the oldest precious stone of organic origin, were used. The design of the iPad 2 uses fragments of Tyrannosaurus rex bone weighing a total of 57 grams. The Apple logo is made of 53 diamonds. A large diamond weighing 8.5 carats is inserted into the center of the home button. The designer gadget is offered to customers in only two copies.

3. Diamond iPhone 4 – $8 million

The world's most expensive phone - iPhone 4 with 32 GB memory - was also designed by Stuart Hughes. The phone case is encrusted with 500 diamonds weighing about 100 carats. The phone's navigation is made of platinum, and the main button in the center is a solid 7.4-carat pink diamond. The back cover of the phone is made of rose gold and the Apple logo is decorated with 53 diamonds. An individual box made of granite is provided for the smartphone. This iPhone was created in only two copies by order of an unknown Australian rich man.

4. Organic Harmony speaker system – $6.95 million

The world's most expensive Hi-End speaker system Organic Harmony was created by Shape Audio in a limited edition. Precious and noble metals were used as the main materials for its manufacture, thanks to which, according to the developers, it was possible to achieve the highest sound quality of the acoustics and combine the qualitative and aesthetic characteristics of the device. The system was developed with the active participation of Shape Audio President Luciano Pasquarelli and is a five-way active speaker system. Organic Harmony has an almost omnidirectional polar pattern and is available in three versions - with a case plated in 18-karat gold (priced at $6.95 million), 925 silver ($416,000) and bronze ($87,400). The system includes a Class D amplifier with an output power of 1000 W, equipped with a stereo analog input and digital inputs DSP, S/PDIF, USB and Ethernet.

5. Supreme Rose TV - $2.3 million Stuart Hughes again took part in the development of the world's most expensive TV - the 55-inch PrestigeHD Supreme Rose Edition - with the support of Metz and PrestigeHD. The model was released in only three copies. The frame of the TV is made of 28 kg of rose gold and is decorated with 72 round one-carat diamonds, as well as inlaid with amber and amethysts. The back of the TV is trimmed with crocodile leather.

6. Beats by Dre headphones – $1 million

The most expensive headphones in the world were created by Beats By Dre in collaboration with the jewelry company Graff Diamonds, one of the most famous and innovative dealers. precious stones in the world. Studded with 114 carats of diamonds, these headphones were created specifically for the American Football Super Bowl, which traditionally features halftime performances by music stars, and these headphones were worn by LMFAO's SkyBlue during her show with Madonna. According to the manufacturer, these are wireless headphones high definition, so comfortable that you feel the music, not the headphones. The velvet ear pads are covered with ultra-soft, breathable material to prevent your ears from sweating.

7. Nintendo Wii Supreme - $481,250

The British also created the most expensive game console in the world, covering the standard Nintendo Wii console with two and a half kilograms of 22-karat gold. In addition, the front console buttons are decorated with 78 diamonds weighing 19.5 carats. It took the designer six months to produce this luxurious device: only four months less than the previous work of the master, the diamond iPhone 4, took. In total, only three similar consoles were released.

8. Gold RC1 Remote Control – $55,000

Created by Danish manufacturer Lantic Systems, the universal remote control remote control Gold RC1 boasts a glamorous design and the ability to control almost any electronic device in the home - TV, video and DVD player, stereo, internet, email, home alarm, lights, curtains and curtains, air conditioning, CCTV and navigation system. The solid gold remote was first introduced in 2007 at METS in Amsterdam and has nearly doubled in price since then.

9. Flash drive Magic Mushrooms – from $16,500 to $36,900

Swiss jewelry company La Maison Shawish has turned an ordinary flash drive into a luxury item by launching a line of the world's most expensive USB flash drives, Magic Mushrooms, made in the shape of mushrooms encrusted with diamonds. Maximum size The data capacity of such flash drives is 32 GB. Depending on the precious stones used, the cost of the device varies from $16,500 to $36,900. The cheapest pink “mushroom” is covered with 11.34 carats of pink sapphires and white diamonds, the middle version, which costs $24,400, is made in red and decorated rubies of 11.34 carats, and the most expensive flash drive is decorated with emeralds of 9.18 carats, giving the product green. According to the designers, the appearance of flash drives should take us back to childhood and be associated with the fairy tale “Alice in Wonderland.”

10. The world's most expensive hard drive

The world's most expensive hard drive was developed by the French radioactive waste management agency ANDRA for the government. It is made of artificially grown sapphire and platinum. The sapphire hard drive, which consists of two twenty-centimeter thin fused disks, is expected to last one million years, so you don't have to worry about losing important data. The disk is capable of storing up to forty thousand miniaturized pages printed using platinum micropatterns. This data can only be read using a microscope.

11. Diamond Mouse – $25,700

The Pat Says Now Diamond Computer Mouse is a standard three-button USB optical mouse with a 300 dpi sensor resolution. The mouse is made of 18 carat white gold and framed with 59 diamonds. In addition, the mouse can be personalized with your name in diamonds. There are two designs - Diamond Flower and Scattered Diamond - and a choice of yellow, red and white gold. The top cover and buttons of the “Diamond Flower” are made of 18-carat white gold. Gold gets its color from an alloy with palladium, a precious metal similar to platinum. The amount of palladium in the alloy is 13%.

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