Western Digital
Western Digital WD5000BHTZ 500GB 10000 RPM 64MB Cache SATA 2.5" laptop hard drive
A 500 GB 2.5-inch laptop drive spinning at 10,000 RPM with 64 MB cache over SATA 6.0 Gb/s
- PackagingBare Drive
- InterfaceSATA 6.0Gb/s
- Capacity500GB
- Cache64MB
- RPM10000 RPM
- FeaturesUltra fast Rock-solid reliability High capacity Low-power op
- 10000 RPM delivers ultra-fast data access for demanding workloads
- 64MB cache accelerates read and write performance
- 500GB capacity stores large media and project files
- 5-inch form factor fits compatible laptop and workstation bays
- SATA 6.0Gb/s interface provides high-throughput connectivity
Enterprise-grade performance
The Western Digital WD VelociRaptor WD5000BHTZ is a 500GB 2.5-inch internal hard drive spinning at 10000 RPM with a 64MB cache. It targets workstations, high-end video and photo editing, low-end servers and performance enthusiasts who need enterprise-class speed in a laptop form factor.
15mm Z-height and SATA connectivity
The bare drive measures 15mm in height, 69.85mm wide and 100.45mm long, so it fits only bays that accept a 15mm drive. A SATA 6.0Gb/s interface provides the data link, and Advanced Format, RAFF, NoTouch ramp load and Pre-emptive Wear Leveling work together to protect data during daily operation.
Mechanical limits of a 10K SATA drive
Rotational latency and seek time are bounded by the 10000 RPM spindle, so sustained throughput cannot match solid-state storage. The 6.0Gb/s SATA ceiling caps burst speed, and the 500GB capacity fills quickly with modern media files, requiring additional drives for larger libraries.
Highlights
- 10000 RPM delivers ultra-fast data access for demanding workloads
- 64MB cache accelerates read and write performance
- 500GB capacity stores large media and project files
- 5-inch form factor fits compatible laptop and workstation bays
- SATA 6.0Gb/s interface provides high-throughput connectivity
Specifications
| Brand | Western Digital |
|---|---|
| Series | WD VelociRaptor |
| Model | WD5000BHTZ |
| Packaging | Bare Drive |
| Interface | SATA 6.0Gb/s |
| Capacity | 500GB |
| Cache | 64MB |
| RPM | 10000 RPM |
| Features | Ultra fast Rock-solid reliability High capacity Low-power operation Advanced Format (AF) Rotary Acceleration Feed Forward (RAFF) NoTouch ramp load technology Environmentally conscious Pre-emptive Wear Leveling (PWL) |
| Form Factor | 2.5" |
| Height (maximum) | 15mm |
| Width (maximum) | 69.85mm |
| Length (maximum) | 100.45mm |
| Shipping weight | 0.11 kg |
| Package size | 102 × 71 × 10 mm |
Questions about this item
What does the SATA 6.0Gb/s interface mean for real-world throughput?
The 6.0Gb/s link sets the bus ceiling; the 10000 RPM platters and 64MB cache determine the actual sustained read and write rates you will see.
Will the 15mm height fit my 2.5-inch bay or caddy?
The drive measures 15mm tall, 69.85mm wide and 100.45mm long; verify your laptop or enclosure accepts a 15mm-high 2.5-inch drive before purchase.
Are there jumpers or settings to configure before installing the bare drive?
No jumpers are required; connect the SATA data and power cables, secure the drive with four M3 screws, then initialise and format it in the operating system.
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