Brand: Western Digital · SKU: WD5002AALX-00J37A0 · MPN: WD5002AALX-00J37A0 · Category: Storage
The Western Digital Caviar Black WD5002AALX-00J37A0 is a 3.5-inch internal hard drive with a 500GB capacity. It features a 7200 RPM spindle speed, a 32MB cache buffer, and a SATA 6.0Gbps interface (SATA III). This drive is designed for power computing applications like multimedia, video/photo editing, and gaming computers, utilizing technologies such as StableTrac, Dual actuator technology, Dual processor, and NoTouch ramp load technology for enhanced reliability and sustained data throughput. Dimensions are approximately 5.79 in. (D) x 4.0 in. (W) x 1.00 in. (H) (147mm x 101.6mm x 25.4mm). Some listings indicate a weight around 0.97 to 2.0 pounds, and some suggest the condition might be refurbished with a 90-day or 1-year warranty, while the original series offered a 5-year limited warranty.
| Features | StableTrac, Dual actuator technology, Dual processor, NoTouch ramp load technology, Dynamic Cache Technology, NCQ |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | 3.5 Inch |
| Cache Buffer | 32MB |
| Series/Family | Caviar Black |
| Spindle Speed | 7200RPM |
| Interface Type | Serial ATA-600 |
| Average Latency | 4.2 ms |
| Drive Interface | SATA 6.0Gbps (SATA III) |
| Storage Capacity | 500GB |
| Internal Data Rate | 126 MBps |
| Load/Unload Cycles | 300,000 or 600,000 |
| Recording Technology | CMR |
| Warranty | Varies by seller; reported as 90 Days Replacement or 1 Year, though the series originally included a 5-year limited warranty. |
| Weight | 0.97 pounds |
| Dimensions | 5.79 in. (D) x 4.0 in. (W) x 1.00 in. (H) |
The WD5002AALX-00J37A0 is part of the Western Digital Caviar Black line, designed for high-performance desktop and gaming PCs. It offers 500GB of storage with a fast 7200 RPM speed and a 32MB cache. Key reliability features include NoTouch ramp load technology and advanced vibration protection.
Yes, this Western Digital Caviar Black WD5002AALX-00J37A0 500GB 7200RPM SATA 6Gb/s 3.5-inch Internal Hard Drive (WD5002AALX-00J37A0) 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 Caviar Black WD5002AALX-00J37A0 500GB 7200RPM SATA 6Gb/s 3.5-inch Internal Hard Drive includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
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