Buffalo OP-HD12.0H2U-5Y 12TB Replacement Enterprise HDD
The Buffalo OP-HD12.0H2U-5Y is a 12TB replacement hard drive designed for selected Buffalo TeraStation 51210RH, 51220RH, and 71210RH NAS systems. It uses a 3.5-inch form factor and Serial ATA III interface, providing a service-replacement option for supported TeraStation configurations.
Key Features
- 12TB storage capacity
- 3.5-inch enterprise replacement HDD
- Serial ATA III / SATA 6Gb/s interface
- Designed for selected Buffalo TeraStation 51210RH, 51220RH, and 71210RH systems
- Standard 5-year manufacturer warranty
Enterprise Replacement Storage
The OP-HD12.0H2U-5Y is part of Buffalo's H2U replacement drive range for TeraStation systems. Buffalo describes these drives as nearline HDDs intended for business data environments requiring long-term stable operation, with an emphasis on vibration resistance, low error rates, response performance, and durable components.
Compatible TeraStation Systems
Buffalo specifies compatibility with TS51210RH4804, TS51210RH14412, TS51220RH4804, TS51220RH14412, TS71210RH4804, and TS71210RH14412 configurations. Compatibility should be confirmed against the exact TeraStation model and configuration before replacement.
Drive Interface and Form Factor
The drive uses a Serial ATA III interface, also specified by Buffalo Americas as SATA 6Gb/s. Its 3.5-inch form factor is intended for the supported TeraStation storage platforms.
Maintenance and Replacement
Buffalo's H2U replacement drives use a cartridge-style design for supported TeraStation systems, allowing the drive to be replaced without removing drive-mounting screws from the cartridge assembly.
DC Supplies Product Note
This is a model-specific replacement drive rather than a general-purpose 12TB HDD. Confirm that the existing NAS is one of the Buffalo TeraStation configurations listed for OP-HD12.0H2U-5Y before ordering. Buffalo specifies a 5-year standard warranty for this 5Y variant.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|
| Brand | Buffalo |
| Part Number / MPN | OP-HD12.0H2U-5Y |
| Product Type | Replacement Enterprise HDD |
| Storage Capacity | 12TB |
| Drive Type | HDD |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
| Interface | Serial ATA III / SATA 6Gb/s |
| Compatible Series | Buffalo TeraStation 51210RH, 51220RH, and 71210RH |
| Compatible Configurations | TS51210RH4804, TS51210RH14412, TS51220RH4804, TS51220RH14412, TS71210RH4804, TS71210RH14412 |
| Dimensions | Approximately 172.3 × 105.9 × 26.5mm |
| Weight | Approximately 770g |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C |
| Operating Humidity | 10% to 85% |
| Warranty | 5 years |
| Green Purchasing Law Compliance | Compliant |
| RoHS | Compliant |
FAQs
What is the capacity of the Buffalo OP-HD12.0H2U-5Y?
The drive has a 12TB storage capacity.
Which TeraStation systems is it designed for?
Buffalo specifies the drive for selected TS51210RH, TS51220RH, and TS71210RH configurations.
What interface does the drive use?
It uses Serial ATA III, also specified as SATA 6Gb/s.
What form factor is the drive?
The OP-HD12.0H2U-5Y is a 3.5-inch hard drive.
What warranty is provided?
The OP-HD12.0H2U-5Y carries a standard 5-year warranty according to Buffalo Americas.
