WhisperDrive technology minimizes noise; SoftSeek
technology increases operational efficiencies; Data Lifeguard Tools
protect data; ShockGuard protects hard drive during operation
Designed for low-power consumption
Technical Details
Model Number: WD5000KSRTL
Capacity: 500 GB
Form factor: 3.5 inches
Interface: 1 x Serial ATA-300 (7 pin)
Rotational speed: 7,200 RPM
Buffer size: 16 MB
Read seek time: 8.9 milliseconds
Write seek time: 10.9 milliseconds
Transfer rate (buffer To disk): 300 MBps
Dimensions: 4.0 x 1.0 x 5.8 inches (W x H x D)
Weight: 1.3 pounds
From the manufacturer
The WD Caviar SE16 7200 RPM next-generation SATA hard
drive features 500 GB of storage and a 16 MB cache for lightning-fast
performance. Yes, these reliable drives are fast, but they still
deliver technologically advanced acoustics and cool operation. Designed
for high-performance computers, multimedia and gaming systems.
Key Features
16 MB cache - Bigger cache means faster performance. A
massive 16 MB cache combined with up to 300 MB/s transfer rate make
these ultra-fast drives the perfect solution for the fully loaded PC
with a fast processor.
Cool operating temperature - WD hard drives are designed to
have the lowest power consumption of any high-capacity, desktop-class
hard drive which lowers the operating temperature for enhanced drive
reliability.
Whisper quiet - These highly reliable drives deliver
technologically advanced acoustics. With its WhisperDrive and SoftSeek
technologies, WD has minimized noise to levels virtually imperceptible
to the human ear in home and business environments.
How this WD hard drive
protects your data
Data Lifeguard is an exclusive set of data protection features,
including shock protection, an environmental protection system and
real-time embedded error detection and repair. WD's Data Lifeguard
technology automatically finds, isolates, and repairs problems that may
develop over the life of a hard drive.
Data Lifeguard Tools are software utilities designed for WD hard drives
that work with the embedded Data Lifeguard features to make hard drive
installation, diagnostics and repair both simple and worry-free.
(Download Data Lifeguard Tools)
ShockGuard instantaneously protects the hard drive against damage from
bumps and vibrations while it is running. This technology enables WD
Caviar drives to achieve industry-leading shock specifications.
Product Description
The Western Digital Caviar SE16 500GB Internal Hard Drive
is a next-generation SATA hard drive. It features up to 500GB of
storage and a 16 MB cache for lightning-fast performance. The drive is
fast and reliable, while delivering advanced acoustics and cool
operation. It's designed especially for high-performance computers,
multimedia and gaming systems.
