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Silver 3.5 inch SATA hard drive with green circuit board visible

DELL

DELL WD5002ABYS 500GB 7200RPM 16MB 3.5" SATA internal hard drive

SKU CH-AKT5-NZ957

500 GB desktop hard drive spinning at 7,200 RPM with a 16 MB cache over a 3.5-inch SATA interface

  • 500 GB capacity stores large media libraries
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers quick file access
  • 16 MB cache buffers frequent read operations
  • 5 inch SATA interface fits standard desktop bays
  • New condition ensures full manufacturer reliability

Dell 500 GB 3.5" SATA Hard Drive

The Dell WD5002ABYS is a new 3.5-inch internal hard drive with a 500 GB capacity. It spins at 7200 RPM and connects through a SATA 3 Gb/s interface with a 16 MB cache buffer. This bare drive is built for desktop chassis that accept standard 3.5-inch SATA storage.

Suitable for storage expansion and replacement

This drive suits users adding bulk storage to a desktop PC or replacing a failed 3.5-inch SATA drive where 500 GB is sufficient. It is not suited for buyers who need higher capacity, faster transfer rates than SATA 3 Gb/s provides, or a 2.5-inch form factor for compact systems.

Fits standard desktop drive bays

The 3.5-inch form factor mounts in any desktop bay designed for SATA hard drives and requires a SATA data cable plus a SATA power connector from the power supply. Using this drive frees smaller M.2 slots for operating-system drives while keeping large-file storage on a dedicated mechanical disk.

Highlights

  • 500 GB capacity stores large media libraries
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers quick file access
  • 16 MB cache buffers frequent read operations
  • 5 inch SATA interface fits standard desktop bays
  • New condition ensures full manufacturer reliability

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

Does the WD5002ABYS need a 3.5-inch drive bay and a SATA 3Gb/s cable to work?

Yes, the drive fits a standard 3.5-inch bay and connects with a SATA data cable plus a SATA power cable from the power supply.

Will the 7200RPM WD5002ABYS run at full speed on an older motherboard with SATA 1.5Gb/s ports?

The drive is backward compatible and will operate on a SATA 1.5Gb/s port, but its maximum transfer rate will be limited to that port's 1.5Gb/s ceiling.

How can I confirm the WD5002ABYS is healthy after installation?

Check that the BIOS detects a 500GB drive at 7200RPM with a 16MB buffer, then run the manufacturer's diagnostic tool to verify SMART status and surface integrity.

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