Western Digital
Western Digital Caviar Blue WD5000AAKX 500GB 3.5" SATA HDD
500 GB 3.5-inch SATA hard drive with 7200 rpm speed, 32 MB buffer and 300 MBps media transfer rate
- 500 GB capacity stores large media libraries and backups
- 7200 rpm spindle delivers fast data access for everyday workloads
- 32 MB buffer improves burst transfer performance
- SATA 6.0 Gb/s interface enables high-speed host connectivity
- 9 ms average seek time reduces latency during file operations
Desktop storage drive
The Western Digital Caviar Blue WD5000AAKX is a 500 GB hard drive built for standard desktop PCs. Its 3.5 inch form factor and SATA 6.0 Gbps interface suit everyday computing workloads.
Capacity and buffer headroom
The 500 GB formatted capacity handles operating systems, applications and personal files with room to spare. A 32 MB buffer smooths burst transfers at up to 300 MBps, though sustained throughput drops during heavy random access.
SATA interface limits
The drive connects through a SATA 6.0 Gbps port, which caps maximum interface bandwidth below the theoretical peak of the standard. Mechanical latency of 8.9 ms average seek time and 7200 rpm rotation set the practical floor for random I/O performance.
Highlights
- 500 GB capacity stores large media libraries and backups
- 7200 rpm spindle delivers fast data access for everyday workloads
- 32 MB buffer improves burst transfer performance
- SATA 6.0 Gb/s interface enables high-speed host connectivity
- 9 ms average seek time reduces latency during file operations
Specifications
No published specifications for this item yet.
Questions about this item
Will the WD5000AAKX 500 GB 3.5" SATA 6.0 Gb/s drive work in a PC that only has SATA 3.0 Gb/s ports?
Yes, the SATA 6.0 Gb/s interface is backward compatible with 3.0 Gb/s ports; the drive will operate at the slower link speed.
How can I confirm the WD5000AAKX is running at 7200 rpm with its 32 MB buffer after installation?
Check the reported rotational speed and cache size in the BIOS or a SMART utility such as CrystalDiskInfo; they should read 7200 rpm and 32 MB.
Does the WD5000AAKX retail package include a SATA data cable and mounting screws, or must I buy them separately?
The drive ships as a bare unit; a SATA data cable and 3.5" mounting screws are not included and must be purchased separately.
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