Technology advancements in AI, video, analytics, VR, photography, and media and entertainment (M&E) have rapidly increased the demand for more data storage. Every stage of professional workflows — production, analysis, editing, collaboration and archiving — demands more capacity, performance and flexibility. In response, Western Digital (Nasdaq: WDC) is unveiling several new product enhancements built to meet the growing need for higher capacity storage solutions for today’s data-driven demands.

HDD Capacity and Performance for Creative Workflows

Western Digital has unveiled higher capacities across its Professional product suite. Solutions feature enterprise-class Ultrastar® 7200 RPM HDDs for high performance, reliability and fast read/write speeds.

• 208TB* G-RAID® SHUTTLE 8 (U.S. MSRP $8,199.99) – A transportable eight-bay hardware RAID solution designed for massive storage and seamless backup consolidation—whether on location or in the studio. Supporting versatile RAID configurations (0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60) and delivering blazing transfer speeds of up to 1700MB/s read and 1500MB/s write in default RAID 5, this solution combines power, flexibility, and efficiency for demanding workflows. The solution includes eight removable enterprise-class HDDs and can be daisy-chained with up to five additional devices for maximum connectivity and efficiency.

• 104TB G-RAID SHUTTLE 4 (U.S. MSRP $4,499.99) – A compact and transportable four-bay hardware RAID solution built for real-time video editing and super-fast data access. Supports multi-stream 4K, 8K and VR workflows. Preconfigured in RAID 5 for optimal performance and redundancy, it also supports versatile RAID 0, 1, and 10 setups, making it the ideal solution for demanding creative workflows. Can be daisy-chained with up to five additional devices. Includes four removable enterprise-class HDDs.

• 52TB G-RAID PROJECT 2 (U.S. MSRP $1,699.99) – Delivers high-performance storage with two enterprise-grade Ultrastar® hard drives for rapid data access and sustained transfer speeds. Pre-configured with RAID 0 for optimal performance, this system ensures fast data transfer in high-speed scenarios. Compatible with Thunderbolt™ 3 and USB-C™ (10Gbps), this 52TB G-RAID PROJECT 2 two-bay drive enables quick data transfers and daisy-chaining for connecting multiple devices.

• 26TB G-DRIVE® PROJECT (U.S. MSRP $999.99) – Compatible with Thunderbolt 3 and USB-C (10Gbps), the 26TB G-DRIVE PROJECT is designed to backup and protect valuable project work. Additionally, the 26TB G-DRIVE PROJECT features a SanDisk® Professional PRO-BLADE™ SSD Mag slot, enabling modular SSD performance that enhances workflows with fast, efficient file sharing and seamless editing across devices.

• 26TB G-DRIVE (U.S. MSRP $649.99) – The G-DRIVE delivers ultra-reliable storage with a USB-C (10Gbps) interface for fast backups and efficient workflows. It features speeds up to 260MB/s read and 270MB/s write. Now available in 26TB capacity, the stackable, anodized all-aluminum enclosure includes anchor points for attaching to a DIT cart, mounting plate, or other gear from your production needs.

Expanding NAS HDD Leadership

The introduction of the 26TB WD Red® Pro HDD (U.S. MSRP $569.99) is designed to address the growing storage demands of NAS environments by delivering enhanced performance, scalability, and reliability for high-intensity workloads in multi-bay, RAID-optimized systems. This new model offers a substantial storage capacity increase, providing scalable, durable solutions for businesses and creative professionals. Rated for up to 550TB/year workloads and boasting an impressive 2.5M hours MTBF, it’s designed for 24/7 multi-user environments, supporting everything from creative workflows to enterprise-level NAS systems. Equipped with OptiNAND™ technology for improved data tracking and efficiency, the 26TB WD Red Pro HDD redefines data storage capabilities.

“At Western Digital, we are constantly redefining what’s possible to meet the evolving storage demands of creatives and professionals, from 4K and 8K video production to AI analytics and critical workload storage,” said Nitin Kachhwaha, Director of Product Management at Western Digital. “With the introduction of our expanded 26TB-based Professional lineup and WD Red Pro HDDs, we’re offering the capacity and reliability that today’s consumers and businesses need to stay ahead in an increasingly data-driven world. These solutions represent our ongoing commitment to delivering innovative storage solutions that empower creativity and drive digital transformation.”

NAB

Western Digital will showcase these new products and more at the NAB Show in Las Vegas on April 5th-9th. Find us at booth SL3916 in the South Hall Lower building.

For more information about Western Digital’s storage portfolio, please visit www.westerndigital.com.