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Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC550 14TB SAS HDD

Manufacturer P/N: WUH721814AL5201

Western Digital WUH721814AL5201: 14TB Ultrastar DC HC550 HDD with 12 Gb/s connectivity. Review the exact model and installation requirements before preparing an enquiry.

Drive series
Ultrastar DC HC550
Capacity
14TB
Interface
SAS
Interface rating
12 Gb/s

Pricing, availability, condition, included options and warranty are confirmed in your quotation.

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Technical overview

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WUH721814AL5201 specifications
Drive seriesUltrastar DC HC550
Capacity14TB
InterfaceSAS
Interface rating12 Gb/s
Form factor3.5-inch
Spindle speed7200 RPM
Security variantSED
Power Disable pin 3Supported

Model & application details

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Installation scope

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  • Match the full manufacturer model, including its suffix, to the offered label. OEM firmware and carrier requirements need a separate check.
  • A matching capacity and connector do not establish server compatibility. Check the host support list, controller, backplane, firmware and power budget.
  • Requires a supported SAS controller and SAS backplane. A SATA-only connection cannot operate this SAS drive.
  • Verify the active logical sector format and RAID-controller support before adding the drive to an array. Sector conversion, where supported, must be planned separately.
  • Request SMART data, power-on hours and exact-item photos; agree whether the offered unit is new, used or recertified.
  • Confirm the security variant, encryption state and key-management compatibility of the exact delivered drive.
  • Check the documented pin-3 Power Disable behavior against the enclosure power connection.

Use the complete model number for the requested drive. A carrier or OEM spare number is a separate identifier.

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01 / Application planning

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Capacity planning

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Array maintenance

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Maintenance spares

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02 / Inspection & testing

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  • Label & sector formatConfirm the full model, capacity, interface, firmware and active sector size.
  • Condition evidenceAsk for available SMART data, power-on hours and relevant media or error records.
  • Readiness checksAgree drive detection and diagnostic scope, test duration and acceptance criteria.
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04 / Warranty & after-sales

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A defined support path.

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Warranty & RMA guide ↗
Before purchase
Confirm duration, coverage, exclusions and the party providing support.
For a service case
Retain the order reference, item labels, fault description and relevant diagnostics.
Before a return
Obtain written authorization, packing instructions and freight arrangements.
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Report the issue

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Review the evidence

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Confirm instructions

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Record the resolution

The remedy follows the agreed terms and case review.

Before you order

A few useful answers.

Can I request photos of the actual item?

Yes. Include label, connector, revision and included-kit photographs in your enquiry so the offered item can be identified.

Which testing is included?

The quotation defines the agreed test scope and available evidence for the supplied condition. State any required diagnostics, duration and acceptance criteria before ordering.

What is needed for an international delivery quote?

Provide the model, quantity, destination country and postal code, requested date and any receiving restrictions. Confirm freight, insurance and import responsibilities in the written terms.

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