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Western Digital reveals new software platform to manage hundreds of petabytes of storage — as-yet-unnamed tool gives users powerful management capabilities at the price of lock-in

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Tom's Hardware

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Feb 4, 2026

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Western Digital introduced a new intelligent storage platform layer with open APIs to assist customers managing 200+ PB fleets and adding new devices easily. The platform, set to launch in 2027, aims to simplify integration of various storage devices, reduce qualification risks, and speed up deployment. This move aligns with Western Digital's focus on data center-grade storage as solid-state drives dominate client storage. The software layer will lock customers into Western Digital hardware, catering to the needs of cloud and enterprise organizations grappling with manual integration and fragmented storage tiers. The platform supports Western Digital's full portfolio, offering automation and management capabilities to simplify integration and enhance time-to-production.

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