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Silver 3.5 inch SATA hard drive with circuit board visible

Western Digital

Western Digital WD5002ABYS 500GB 7200RPM 3.5" SATA internal hard drive

SKU CH-EG1B-V0FGT

A 500 GB desktop hard drive spinning at 7200 RPM with a SATA 3Gb/s interface

  • 500 GB capacity stores large media libraries
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed accelerates data access
  • SATA 3 Gb/s interface fits standard desktop boards
  • 5 inch form factor mounts in any drive bay
  • 0 lb weight simplifies handling during installation

500GB 7200RPM SATA desktop drive

The Western Digital WD5002ABYS is a 3.5-inch internal hard drive with a 500GB capacity and a 7200RPM spindle speed. It connects via a SATA 3Gb/s interface and is supplied in new condition. The unit weighs 2.0 pounds and is intended for desktop storage upgrades or replacements.

Suits standard SATA desktop builds.

This drive fits desktops with a free 3.5-inch bay and a SATA 3Gb/s port, making it suitable for adding bulk storage or replacing an older mechanical drive. Buyers who need more storage space or a faster interface such as 6Gb/s SATA should look at other models. The 90-day warranty period also means it is less suited for users who want longer manufacturer coverage.

3Gb/s SATA interface

The single specification that decides compatibility is the 3Gb/s SATA interface. Your motherboard or controller must support this standard for the drive to operate at its rated speed. If your system only provides a different interface, this drive will not be the correct part.

Highlights

  • 500 GB capacity stores large media libraries
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed accelerates data access
  • SATA 3 Gb/s interface fits standard desktop boards
  • 5 inch form factor mounts in any drive bay
  • 0 lb weight simplifies handling during installation

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

Will the 3.5" SATA 3Gb/s drive fit a standard desktop bay?

The 3.5 inch form factor matches standard desktop drive bays and uses a SATA 3Gb/s interface for both data and power connections.

What is the correct way to install the SATA drive and what step is often missed?

Secure the drive with four screws in the 3.5 inch bay, attach the SATA data cable to the motherboard and the SATA power cable from the PSU, then ensure the drive is initialised in the OS.

When should the 7200RPM 500GB drive be replaced?

Replace the 7200RPM 500GB drive if SMART diagnostics report reallocated sectors, seek errors rise, or unusual mechanical noise appears during operation.

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