Western Digital

Western Digital WD161KFGX – 16TB SATA 6Gb/s | 7200 RPM | 3.5" | WD Red Pro NAS Hard Drive

$598.45

Brand New, Factory OEM | In Stock | Bulk Orders Available

The Western Digital WD161KFGX WD Red Pro is a 16TB NAS hard drive for professional 8–24 bay deployments, combining a 7200 RPM spindle, 512MB cache, SATA 6Gb/s, CMR recording, and HelioSeal helium-fill technology for sustained 24/7 operation. NASware 3.0 firmware optimizes RAID error recovery, vibration compensation, and multi-user concurrent I/O, delivering up to 210MB/s sustained throughput for demanding file serving, video surveillance, and media production workflows. Compatible with Synology large-bay RackStation, QNAP enterprise NAS, and direct-attach SATA storage arrays, it offers a 300TB/year workload rating and 1M-hour MTBF. The 16TB capacity per bay enables significant storage consolidation in existing enclosures without additional infrastructure investment.

All Factory OEM products from Anand International ship brand new in OEM packaging. Volume and B2B pricing available for qualified buyers.
Specifications
  • Manufacturer: Western Digital
  • Model: 16TB SATA 6Gb/s
  • Capacity: 16TB
  • Interface: SATA 6Gb/s
  • RPM: 7200
  • Cache: 512MB
  • Form Factor: 3.5"
  • Recording: CMR
  • Workload Rating: 300TB/yr
  • MTBF: 1M hours
  • Design: Helium-Filled HelioSeal
  • Shipping: Free domestic US shipping
  • Warranty: Manufacturer OEM warranty
  • Condition: Brand New, Factory OEM
Product Features
  • HelioSeal helium-filled design
  • NASware 3.0 professional firmware
  • CMR recording — full RAID support
  • 512MB large buffer cache
  • 300TB/year workload rating for demanding storage workloads
  • 8–24 bay NAS certified
  • Brand new in factory OEM packaging — ready for deployment
  • Free domestic US shipping included
  • Volume and B2B pricing available for qualified buyers
Compatibility
  • Synology large-bay RackStation / DiskStation
  • QNAP high-density NAS
  • Netgear ReadyNAS Pro
  • Direct-attach SATA RAID controllers
  • Buffalo TeraStation Pro
  • Linux / Windows storage platforms
Shipping & Returns
  • Free Shipping: We currently offer free Economy Shipping within the continental U.S. with no minimum order required. Expedited shipping is available at standard carrier rates.
  • Same-Day Shipping: Order placed before 2PM PST will ship the same day. Orders received after this time will ship the following business day.
  • Hassle-Free Returns: If you're not completely satisfied with your purchase, simply return it within 10 days for a hassle-free refund or exchange.

Why Choose the WD Red Pro 16TB

WD Red Pro 16TB — HelioSeal Professional NAS

The WD Red Pro WD161KFGX is a 16TB professional NAS hard drive in a HelioSeal helium-filled design, built for 8–24 bay enclosures requiring maximum per-bay capacity and 24/7 professional reliability. NASware 3.0, CMR recording, and a 300TB/year workload rating make it purpose-built for growing business NAS and media storage deployments. Available brand new in factory OEM packaging from Anand International with free domestic shipping and competitive bulk pricing for IT professionals and system builders.

16TB Per Bay

16TB capacity maximizes storage density in existing NAS enclosures, deferring hardware upgrades and reducing per-TB cost.

HelioSeal Build

Helium-sealed design lowers operating temperature and enables higher drive capacity in the standard 3.5-inch form factor.

Pro Workload

300TB/year workload and 1M-hour MTBF engineered for professional 8–24 bay NAS environments running continuous workloads.

CMR RAID Stable

CMR recording and NASware 3.0 deliver predictable, stable RAID behavior with fast rebuild times across all NAS RAID levels.

Brand New, Factory OEM Stock

Ships brand new in OEM packaging from Anand International. Ideal for system builders, NAS deployments, and IT departments requiring new drives at competitive bulk pricing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for SATA, including information on usage, configuration, and compatibility.

1. Are these items brand new?

Unless otherwise clearly stated in the product listing, all items sold by Anand International Inc. are brand new and factory sealed. Where applicable, listings will clearly indicate if an item is used, refurbished, or factory recertified, and will describe the condition in detail.
2. Is this drive compatible with my NAS enclosure?

This drive is compatible with most major NAS brands including Synology, QNAP, Western Digital, and Seagate NAS enclosures. We recommend verifying against your enclosure manufacturer's compatibility list for your specific model.
3. Do you offer bulk or wholesale pricing?

Yes. Contact us directly for volume pricing on orders of 5 or more units. We work with IT departments, resellers, and system integrators.
4. What warranty is included?

All items sold by Anand International Inc. are brand new and factory sealed unless otherwise stated. Most carry the manufacturer's original warranty. In cases where we source factory OEM product without a manufacturer warranty, we provide a direct 90 day warranty through Anand International Inc. covering defects in materials and workmanship.
5. How is this item shipped?

All items are shipped in anti-static packaging with appropriate cushioning to prevent damage in transit. Most orders ship within 1–2 business days.