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product_id: 241198557
title: "Western Digital 12TB Ultrastar DC HC520 SATA HDD - 7200 RPM Class, 256MB Cache, SATA 6 Gb/s, 3.5\" (HUH721212ALE604)"
brand: "western digital"
price: "VT199354"
currency: VUV
in_stock: true
url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/241198557-western-digital-12tb-ultrastar-dc-hc520-sata-hdd-7200-rpm
store_origin: VU
region: Vanuatu
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# 7200 RPM high-speed spin 12TB massive storage Self-Encrypting Drive security Western Digital 12TB Ultrastar DC HC520 SATA HDD - 7200 RPM Class, 256MB Cache, SATA 6 Gb/s, 3.5" (HUH721212ALE604)

**Brand:** western digital
**Price:** VT199354
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

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## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Western Digital 12TB Ultrastar DC HC520 SATA HDD - 7200 RPM Class, 256MB Cache, SATA 6 Gb/s, 3.5" (HUH721212ALE604) by western digital
- **How much does it cost?** VT199354 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- western digital enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted western digital brand quality
- Free international shipping included
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- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Massive 12TB Capacity:** Store your entire digital empire without compromise.
- • **Next-Gen Connectivity:** SATA 6 Gb/s & SAS 12 Gb/s compatibility for future-proof data centers.
- • **Advanced Security Options:** Instant Secure Erase and Self-Encrypting Drive features protect your sensitive info.
- • **Blazing 7200 RPM Performance:** Experience rapid data access that keeps your workflow seamless.
- • **Enterprise-Grade Reliability:** 2.5 million hours MTBF ensures your data stays safe and accessible.

## Overview

The Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC520 is a 12TB 3.5-inch SATA HDD designed for enterprise environments, featuring 7200 RPM speed, 256MB cache, and advanced security options like Self-Encrypting Drive and Instant Secure Erase. With a 2.5 million hour MTBF and compatibility with SATA 6 Gb/s and SAS 12 Gb/s interfaces, it delivers reliable, high-capacity storage optimized for hyperscale and cloud platforms.

## Description

Western Digital 12TB Ultrastar DC HC520 SATA HDD - 7200 RPM Class, 256MB Cache, SATA 6 Gb/s, 3.5" (HUH721212ALE604)

## Features

- 12TB capacity in a standard 3.5-inch form factor
- PMR technology works with all capacity enterprise applications & environments
- Reliable, field-proven, 4th generation design
- Outstanding power efficiency (Watts/TB)
- SATA 6Gb/s and SAS 12Gb/s —12Gb/s SAS compatible with next-gen data centers; backwards compatible with 6Gb/s SAS
- 2.5M hours MTBF rating & 5-year limited warranty
- Instant Secure Erase (ISE) & Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) options
- Advanced Format 4Kn and 512e models

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Brand | Western Digital |
| Manufacturer | Western Digital, Western Digital |
| Series | Ultrastar |
| Colour | White |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
| Item Height | 1.03 Inches |
| Item Width | 4 Inches |
| Product Dimensions | 14.71 x 10.16 x 2.62 cm; 644 g |
| Item model number | HUH721212ALE604 |
| Memory Clock Speed | 2 |
| Hard Drive Size | 12 TB |
| Hard Disk Description | Mechanical Hard Disk |
| Hard Drive Interface | ATA |
| Hard Disk Rotational Speed | 7200 RPM |
| Hardware Platform | Hyperscale storage, Cloud |
| Are Batteries Included | No |
| Included Components | 1 SATA HDD |
| Manufacturer | Western Digital |
| Item Weight | 644 g |

## Product Details

- **Digital Storage Capacity:** 12 TB
- **Hard Disk Interface:** ATA
- **Connectivity Technology:** SATA
- **Brand:** Western Digital
- **Hard Disk Form Factor:** 3.5 Inches
- **Hard Disk Description:** Mechanical Hard Disk
- **Compatible Devices:** Desktop
- **Installation Type:** Internal Hard Drive
- **Colour:** White
- **Hard Disk Size:** 12 TB

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **DriveMemory Storage Capacity** options.

## Frequently Bought Together

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*Last updated: 2026-02-25*