Western Digital WD Caviar Green 2TB Desktop Hard Drive
Brand: Western Digital (WD) · SKU: WD20EARX · MPN: WD20EARX · Category: Storage
The Western Digital 2TB Caviar Green Power-saving Desktop Hard Drive (WD20EARX) consumes 40% less power compared to standard desktop drives, providing optimal system performance and ensured reliability. It features Advanced Format (AF) for increased areal densities, allowing storage of more photos, music, and videos. Defined by its Green Power technology, it keeps the system cool during operation, protecting the drive and data from excess heat, and eliminates the need for a fan in external drives. IntelliPower technology maintains a proper balance of spin speed, transfer rate, and caching algorithms for reduced power consumption and solid performance. The IntelliSeek function calculates optimum seek speeds to minimize power consumption, noise, and vibration. NoTouch Ramp Load Technology ensures the recording head never touches the disk media, providing enhanced drive protection in transit. It is ideal for Desktop PCs, high capacity external storage, and NAS applications, and is recomme
Specifications
| Capacity | 2 TB |
|---|---|
| Interface | SATA 6 Gb/s (SATA/600) |
| Form Factor | 3.5" |
| Cache (Buffer) | 64 MB (65536 KB) |
| RoHS Compliant | Yes |
| Rotational Speed | IntelliPower (Note: one source also mentions 5.4K RPM) |
| Load/unload cycles | 300,000 |
| Average Idle Acoustics | 24 dBA (2.4 Bel) |
| Buffer to Host Max Rate | 6 Gb/s (600 MB/seconds) |
| Sustained Transfer Rate | 110 MB/s |
| Non-recoverable read errors | <1 in 10^14^ |
| Warranty | Information Not Found |
| Weight | 640 grams (1.41 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 5.787 x 4 x 1.028" (147 x 101.6 x 25.4 mm) |
Key Features
The Western Digital WD20EARX is a 2TB, 3.5-inch Caviar Green desktop hard drive focused on power savings and quiet operation through IntelliPower and Green Power Technology. It features a 64MB cache, SATA 6Gb/s interface, and is suitable for mass storage, backup, and consumer RAID (0/1).
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this product genuine OEM?
Yes, this Western Digital WD Caviar Green 2TB Desktop Hard Drive (WD20EARX) is 100% genuine Western Digital (WD) hardware. All our products are verified by certified technicians and come with clean serial numbers ready for service contract registration.
What warranty is included?
This Western Digital WD Caviar Green 2TB Desktop Hard Drive includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
How long does shipping take?
We offer free ground shipping which typically takes 3-5 business days. Expedited shipping options are available at checkout for faster delivery.
Can I return this product?
Yes, we have a 30-day return policy on all products. Restocking fees may apply for opened items. Please see our return policy for complete details.
Is the Western Digital WD Caviar Green 2TB Desktop Hard Drive compatible with my system?
Please check the specifications tab for detailed compatibility information. Our technical team is available to assist with compatibility questions for the WD20EARX.
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