Description
WD Red Plus WD140EFGX 14TB NAS HDD. Reliable 3.5" SATA 6Gb/s storage with NASware 3.0, optimized for 24/7 NAS use, RAID systems & home/office servers.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Western Digital |
| Series | WD Red Plus |
| Model | WD140EFGX |
| Full Model Code | WD140EFGX-68B0GN0 |
| Capacity | 14TB |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
| Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
| Technology | NASware™ 3.0 |
| Power Rating | 5V ⎓ 0.44A / 12V ⎓ 0.57A |
| Manufacture Date | 30 MAR 2021 |
| Country of Origin | Thailand |
| Serial Number (S/N) | 9MGRRBNT |
| WWN | 5000CCA290CA5429 |
| Certifications | CE, FCC, TÜV, RoHS, UKCA, EAC, KC |
| Drive Type | NAS Hard Drive |
Product Features
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Massive 14TB capacity for NAS systems, servers, and RAID setups
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SATA 6Gb/s interface for fast and reliable data transfers
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NASware 3.0 technology enhances reliability and compatibility in NAS environments
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Designed for 24/7 continuous operation in multi-drive systems
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Energy-efficient with low power consumption (5V 0.44A, 12V 0.57A)
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Optimized for RAID arrays and multi-bay NAS enclosures
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Enterprise-class certifications for durability and dependability
General Product Information
The Western Digital WD140EFGX Red Plus 14TB NAS Hard Drive is engineered to deliver reliability, capacity, and efficiency for both home and enterprise NAS environments. With 14TB of storage, this drive provides the space needed for growing data demands such as backups, file sharing, media libraries, and professional workloads.
Equipped with NASware 3.0 firmware, the WD Red Plus ensures seamless integration with NAS systems, optimized performance in multi-drive environments, and reduced downtime. Its 3.5-inch form factor and SATA 6Gb/s interface make it compatible with a wide range of NAS enclosures and desktop RAID systems.
Built for 24/7 continuous operation, the WD140EFGX is designed to withstand the heavy workloads of multi-user environments, making it ideal for businesses, creative professionals, and home users who require reliable long-term storage.
Backed by Western Digital’s trusted quality, the WD Red Plus 14TB is a dependable solution for safeguarding and managing your data.
Technical Specifications Table
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Western Digital |
| Series | WD Red Plus |
| Model | WD140EFGX |
| Full Model Code | WD140EFGX-68B0GN0 |
| Capacity | 14TB |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
| Interface | SATA III 6Gb/s |
| Firmware | NASware 3.0 |
| Power Consumption | 5V 0.44A / 12V 0.57A |
| Usage | NAS, RAID, Enterprise Storage |
| Certifications | CE, FCC, TÜV, KC, UKCA, RoHS |
| Warranty | Varies by vendor |
| Best For | 24/7 NAS operation, small-medium business servers, home media storage |
Compatible Products
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NAS Enclosures (Synology, QNAP, WD My Cloud, Asustor)
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Servers requiring SATA III 3.5-inch drives
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RAID controllers supporting high-capacity SATA drives
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Operating Systems: Windows, Linux, macOS (via NAS or direct use)
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Media Servers such as Plex or Emby running on NAS
Ideal Use Cases
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Network Attached Storage (NAS) for home and office
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RAID Arrays for data redundancy and speed optimization
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Small Business Servers handling critical data storage
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Home Media Libraries (movies, music, photos)
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Backup Solutions for enterprises and professionals
Comparison Angle
Compared to standard desktop HDDs, the WD Red Plus 14TB NAS Drive offers:
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NASware 3.0 optimization for RAID and multi-bay enclosures
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Higher durability for 24/7 continuous operation
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Optimized error recovery controls to reduce downtime
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Quieter, cooler operation ideal for home or office NAS
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Enterprise reliability backed by WD certification
This makes it a superior choice over generic drives for any NAS or RAID setup.
Cross-Sell / Upsell Suggestions
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WD Red Plus drives in 8TB, 10TB, and 12TB capacities for scalable storage
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WD Red Pro series for higher-performance enterprise NAS environments
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Synology and QNAP NAS enclosures
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Enterprise SSDs for hybrid NAS setups
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RAID controllers and expansion cards