Hard Disk

Now 2 TB Hard Disks from Western Digital

WD (Western Digital) expanded its WD AV-GP line of hard drives to include a 2 TB capacity, the industry’s largest available drive to-date. WD said the AV-GP hard drives with WD GreenPower Technology™ provide cooler and quieter operation and lower power consumption by as much as 40 percent. The company said that the new WD AV-GP 2 TB hard drive is perfect for applications such as DVRs (Digital Video Recorders), media centers, media servers, as well as surveillance video recording that demand a higher capacity hard drive and exceptional reliability.

The IntelliPark feature automatically unloads the heads during idle to reduce aerodynamic drag. IntelliPark improves non-operating shock characteristics, providing enhanced robustness in environments where excessive transportation and handling occurs. The drive is tested for compatibility in a broad range of AV products including set-top boxes, DVD recorders and mainstream surveillance systems. Another feature called Preemptive Wear Leveling (PWL) frequently sweeps across the disk to reduce uneven wear on the drive surface common to audio video streaming applications.

Availability and Pricing

 The WD AV-GP 2 TB hard drive (model WD20EVDS) is available from select distributors outlet.  Maximum suggested retail price (MSRP) is Rs 15,500. More information about WD AV-GP drives may be found on the company's Web site at http://www.wdc.com/en/products/Products.asp?DriveID=615.