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Western Digital

Western Digital WD1001FALS 1TB 7200 RPM 32MB SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" internal hard drive

SKU CH-VXNF-GBFSW MPN WD1001FALS

1 TB 7200 RPM desktop hard drive with 32 MB cache and SATA 3.0 Gb/s interface

  • PackagingBare Drive
  • InterfaceSATA 3.0Gb/s
  • Capacity1TB
  • RPM7200 RPM
  • Cache32MB
  • FeaturesHigh Performance Electronics Architecture Dual processor - T
  • 1 TB capacity for large storage needs
  • 7200 RPM speed for responsive data access
  • 32 MB cache for faster read and write performance
  • SATA 3.0 Gb/s interface for broad desktop compatibility
  • 5 inch form factor fits standard drive bays

Drive identity and target user

The Western Digital WD1001FALS is a 1TB 3.5-inch internal hard drive spinning at 7200 RPM with a 32MB cache. It uses the SATA 3.0Gb/s interface and belongs to the Black series built for high-performance desktop workloads. The bare drive ships without cables or mounting hardware.

Compatibility checks before ordering

Verify that your motherboard or controller provides a free SATA 3.0Gb/s port and that your power supply has a spare SATA power connector. Ensure the chassis has an available 3.5-inch drive bay and sufficient clearance for a standard-height drive. The drive arrives unformatted and unpartitioned so you will need to initialise it in your operating system.

Thermals noise and power draw

Mechanical operation at 7200 RPM produces audible seek noise and moderate heat typical of performance-class desktop drives. The dual-processor architecture and StableTrac mechanical design aim to limit vibration and maintain consistent throughput. Power consumption rises during heavy random access and settles lower during sequential reads or idle periods.

Highlights

  • 1 TB capacity for large storage needs
  • 7200 RPM speed for responsive data access
  • 32 MB cache for faster read and write performance
  • SATA 3.0 Gb/s interface for broad desktop compatibility
  • 5 inch form factor fits standard drive bays

Specifications

BrandWestern Digital
SeriesBlack
ModelWD1001FALS
PackagingBare Drive
InterfaceSATA 3.0Gb/s
Capacity1TB
RPM7200 RPM
Cache32MB
FeaturesHigh Performance Electronics Architecture
Dual processor - Twice the processing power to maximize performance.
32 MB cache - Bigger, faster cache means faster performance.
Rock Solid Mechanical Architecture
StableTrac - The motor shaft is secured at both ends to reduce system-induced vibration and stabilize platters for accurate tracking, during read and write operations.
NoTouch ramp load technology - The recording head never touches the disk media ensuring significantly less wear to the recording head and media as well as better drive protection in transit.
Compatible - We perform
Form Factor3.5"
Shipping weight0.66 kg
Package size152 × 102 × 25 mm

Questions about this item

Does the bare WD1001FALS come with any cables, brackets or screws?

The drive is supplied as a bare unit only; SATA data and power cables plus mounting hardware must be sourced separately.

Should I pick the 1 TB WD1001FALS or a different capacity for a desktop boot drive?

This model is offered in a single 1 TB capacity with 7200 RPM and 32 MB cache; choose it when you need that exact size and performance tier.

What does the 3.0 Gb/s SATA rating mean for actual throughput on this drive?

The interface supports up to 3.0 Gb/s burst transfer; real-world sustained speeds will be lower and depend on the system controller and workload.

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