Brand: Western Digital · SKU: WD5000LPVT · MPN: WD5000LPVT · Category: Components
The WD Scorpio Blue series of internal 2.5-inch hard drives is designed for mainstream notebook computers and portable storage. Engineered for quietness and reliability, it features Western Digital's exclusive WhisperDrive technology for near-silent operation and ShockGuard technology to protect the drive mechanics and platter surfaces from shocks. With a rotational speed of 5,400 RPM and an 8 MB cache, it provides a solid balance between performance and power efficiency. The series is available in capacities ranging from 80 GB to 1 TB and in multiple z-heights, including the 7 mm height for slim ultrabooks and the standard 9.5 mm height for traditional laptops. Its Advanced Format technology increases media format efficiency, allowing for higher capacities and optimized performance on modern operating systems.
| Capacity | 500 GB (Series range: 80GB - 1TB) |
|---|---|
| Interface | SATA 3 Gb/s |
| Buffer Size | 8 MB |
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch |
| Average Latency | 5.50 ms |
| Acoustics (Idle) | 17 dBA |
| Acoustics (Seek) | 22 dBA |
| Drive Ready Time | 4.0 sec |
| Rotational Speed | 5,400 RPM |
| Internal Data Rate | 147 MB/s |
| Warranty | 2-year limited warranty |
| Weight | 0.20 lbs (0.09 kg) |
| Dimensions | 3.94 x 2.75 x 0.27 inches (100.2 x 69.85 x 6.8 mm) |
WD Scorpio Blue mobile hard drives offer high performance, low power consumption, and cool operation, making them perfect for notebooks and other portable devices. They include features like SecurePark to keep heads off the disk surface and WhisperDrive for quiet operation.
Yes, this Western Digital WD Scorpio Blue (WD5000LPVT) 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 WD Scorpio Blue includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
We offer free ground shipping which typically takes 3-5 business days. Expedited shipping options are available at checkout for faster delivery.
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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