Brand: Western Digital · SKU: WD5000AAKX · MPN: WD5000AAKX · Category: Storage
The WD Blue 500GB desktop hard disk drive offers a blend of performance, reliability, and capacity. Designed for use as primary drives in notebooks and external enclosures, these drives are extensively tested and built to WD's high standards. With a 7200 RPM spindle speed and a fast SATA 6 Gb/s interface, it provides rapid data access and smooth performance for everyday computing tasks. The drive features NoTouch Ramp Load technology, which safely positions the recording head off the disk surface to protect your data, and advanced seek algorithms to lower power consumption and noise.
| RPM | 7200 RPM |
|---|---|
| Cache | 16 MB |
| Capacity | 500 GB |
| Interface | SATA 6 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 3.5 Inch |
| Data Transfer Rate | 600 MBps |
| Warranty | 2-year limited warranty |
| Weight | 490 g |
| Dimensions | 147mm x 101.6mm x 26.1mm |
WD Blue storage is designed and manufactured with the proven technology found in WD’s original award-winning desktop and mobile hard drives. WD Blue sets the baseline for everyday storage by consistently delivering improved performance over previous generations while successfully maintaining WD’s quality and reliability for over six generations.
Yes, this Western Digital Blue 500GB Desktop Hard Disk Drive - 7200 RPM SATA 6 Gb/s 16MB Cache 3.5 Inch (WD5000AAKX) is 100% genuine Western Digital hardware. All our products are verified by certified technicians and come with clean serial numbers ready for service contract registration.
This Western Digital Blue 500GB Desktop Hard Disk Drive - 7200 RPM SATA 6 Gb/s 16MB Cache 3.5 Inch includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
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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.
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