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Silver 3.5 inch bare hard drive with green label

Western Digital

Western Digital WD5000AADS 500GB 7200 RPM 32MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" internal hard drive

SKU CH-R20B-BNX6N MPN WD5000AADS

500 GB desktop hard drive with 7200 RPM, 32 MB cache and SATA 3.0 Gb/s interface

  • PackagingBare Drive
  • InterfaceSATA 3.0Gb/s
  • Capacity500GB
  • NAND Flash Memory TypeDesktop
  • RPM7200 RPM
  • Cache32MB
  • 500 GB capacity stores large media libraries
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers responsive data access
  • 32 MB cache buffers frequent read and write operations
  • SATA 3.0 Gb/s interface connects to standard desktop motherboards
  • 5 inch form factor fits typical internal drive bays

WD Green 500 GB desktop drive

The Western Digital WD5000AADS is a 500 GB 3.5-inch internal hard drive built for desktop computers. It spins at 7200 RPM and provides a 32 MB cache to keep everyday tasks responsive. The SATA 3.0 Gb/s interface connects directly to standard desktop motherboards.

Suits basic storage needs.

This drive fits users who need affordable bulk storage for documents, backups or media libraries on a desktop PC. Its IntelliPower design balances power use and performance for typical daily loads. Builders who require sustained high transfer rates for video editing or database work should look at something else.

SATA 3.0 Gb/s interface

The drive communicates over a SATA 3.0 Gb/s link, so the host system must provide a matching SATA port. Compatibility depends on this interface alone; no other connection type is supported. Verify that the motherboard or controller offers a SATA 3.0 Gb/s connector before purchase.

Highlights

  • 500 GB capacity stores large media libraries
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers responsive data access
  • 32 MB cache buffers frequent read and write operations
  • SATA 3.0 Gb/s interface connects to standard desktop motherboards
  • 5 inch form factor fits typical internal drive bays

Specifications

BrandWestern Digital
SeriesWD Green
ModelWD5000AADS
PackagingBare Drive
InterfaceSATA 3.0Gb/s
Capacity500GB
NAND Flash Memory TypeDesktop
RPM7200 RPM
Cache32MB
FeaturesIntelliPower - A fine-tuned balance of spin speed, transfer rate and caching algorithms designed to deliver both significant power savings and solid performance.
IntelliSeek - Calculates optimum seek speeds to lower power consumption, noise, and vibration.
Perpendicular Magnetic Recording (PMR) - Employs PMR technology to achieve even greater areal density.
Low power spin-up - WD Caviar Green drives consume less current during startup allowing lower peak loads.
Advanced power technology - Electronic components deliver best-in-class low power consumption for reduced power requirements
Form Factor3.5"
Shipping weight0.91 kg
Package size305 × 229 × 102 mm

Questions about this item

Does this 3.5" drive fit a standard desktop drive bay?

Yes, the 3.5" form factor matches standard desktop drive bays and uses the common SATA interface for both data and power connections.

How do I install this bare drive and what step is often missed?

Secure the drive with four 3.5" mounting screws, attach the SATA data cable to the motherboard and the SATA power cable from the PSU, then initialise and format the 500GB volume in the operating system — the step often missed is initialising the disk before formatting.

When will this 7200 RPM drive need replacement?

Mechanical drives have no fixed lifespan; monitor SMART health attributes and replace the drive if reallocated sectors, seek errors or unusual noise appear, and always keep backups of the 500GB capacity.

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