WD Black 3.5" 500GB, 7200 RPM, 64MB, SATA III Hard Drive

This internal hard disk drive provides 500 GB of storage capacity, designed specifically for integration within standard desktop PC systems. The 3.5-inch form factor unit utilizes the SATA III interface, supporting a maximum transfer rate of 6 Gbit/s for reliable connection bandwidth. Operating at a spindle speed of 7200 RPM, the drive is primarily designated for gaming or performance-focused PC builds that require higher access speeds compared to standard storage solutions.

The drive mechanism includes a 64 MB buffer cache, which assists the firmware in optimizing throughput and managing sequential data transfer operations efficiently. The hardware maintains an average rotational latency measured at 4.17 milliseconds, providing consistent performance metrics suitable for rapid application loading and managing operating system demands. Sequential read performance is rated up to 600 MB/s, facilitating rapid access to large stored files and media.

Physical integration into standard desktop PC cases is managed by its standardized dimensions (101.6 mm wide and 147 mm deep). The device has an idle power consumption of 6.1 watts and is primarily intended for client applications. This model includes support for S.M.A.R.T. technology, allowing the host system to monitor the drive's health status, but it is not rated for continuous 24/7 operation.

• Drive capacity of 500 GB
• Standard 3.5-inch form factor
• SATA III interface with 6 Gbit/s transfer rate
• Spindle speed of 7200 revolutions per minute
• 64 MB storage drive buffer size
• Average latency of 4.17 milliseconds
• Maximum sequential read speed of 600 MB/s
• Intended component use for desktop PC systems
• Includes S.M.A.R.T. health monitoring support
• Physical dimensions of 101.6 mm x 147 mm x 25.4 mm