Western Digital
Western Digital WD RE4 WD2503ABYX 250GB 7200 RPM 64MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" internal hard drive
- Bare Drive
- SATA 3.0Gb/s
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Western Digital
Western Digital WD RE4 WD5003ABYX 500GB 7200 RPM 64MB SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" internal hard drive
500 GB enterprise hard drive runs at 7200 RPM with 64 MB cache on a 3.0 Gb/s SATA link for 24×365 workloads
- PackagingBare Drive
- InterfaceSATA 3.0Gb/s
- Capacity500GB
- RPM7200 RPM
- Cache64MB
- FeaturesImportant Warranty Information This product is end-of-sale a
- Enterprise-class reliability built for 24x7x365 operation
- 7200 RPM spindle speed accelerates heavy application workloads
- 64 MB cache buffers bursts for smoother throughput
- SATA 3.0 Gb/s interface fits standard desktop bays
- 5 inch low-profile 1.0 inch height saves rack space
Enterprise storage drive
The Western Digital WD RE4 WD5003ABYX is a 500GB 3.5 inch internal hard drive built for enterprise storage deployments. It spins at 7200 RPM with a 64MB cache and connects through a SATA 3.0Gb/s interface. The drive targets high-availability systems that run heavy application workloads around the clock.
Bare drive integration
Supplied as a bare drive without cables or brackets, it fits standard 3.5 inch drive bays and requires a SATA data cable plus a SATA power connector from the host system. The low-profile 1.0 inch height allows installation in dense chassis where vertical clearance is limited. No additional controller hardware is needed beyond a native SATA port.
Sustained workload behaviour
Designed for 24x7x365 operation, the drive maintains consistent throughput during extended read and write sessions rather than optimising for short bursts. Enterprise-class firmware prioritises reliability under continuous load across the full 500GB capacity. The manufacturer has ended sale and warranty coverage, so long-term spares planning falls to the operator.
Highlights
- Enterprise-class reliability built for 24x7x365 operation
- 7200 RPM spindle speed accelerates heavy application workloads
- 64 MB cache buffers bursts for smoother throughput
- SATA 3.0 Gb/s interface fits standard desktop bays
- 5 inch low-profile 1.0 inch height saves rack space
Specifications
| Brand | Western Digital |
|---|---|
| Series | WD RE4 |
| Model | WD5003ABYX |
| Packaging | Bare Drive |
| Interface | SATA 3.0Gb/s |
| Capacity | 500GB |
| RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Cache | 64MB |
| Features | Important Warranty Information This product is end-of-sale and no longer warranted by the manufacturer. Instead, warranties this product for one year from date of purchase. If you require warranty service after thirty days, please contact Customer Service, not the manufacturer. 1.2 million hours MTBF 24x7 reliability |
| Usage | For Enterprise Storage |
| Form Factor | 3.5" |
| Shipping weight | 0.91 kg |
| Package size | 222 × 152 × 76 mm |
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In stockQuestions about this item
What sustained workload limit appears first when the RE4 500GB runs continuously?
The drive is rated for 24×7×365 operation, so the first limit is the 500GB capacity ceiling rather than a duty-cycle restriction.
How much heat and noise does the 7200 RPM 3.5" RE4 produce during all-day use?
The 1.0-inch low-profile 3.5" form factor and 7200 RPM spindle keep acoustics and thermals in line with typical enterprise SATA drives of this class.
Which host interface must my system provide for this WD5003ABYX to work?
A native SATA 3.0Gb/s port is required; the drive connects via the standard 7-pin SATA data and 15-pin power connectors.
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