Name: WD1002FAEX-00Z3A0 Western Digital Black 1TB 7200RPM SATA 6Gb/s 64MB Cache 3.5-Inch Hard Drive
Brand: Western Digital
SKU: WD1002FAEX-00Z3A0
Price: 153.45 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Western Digital Black 1TB hard drive provides 1TB of storage with a fast 7200RPM spindle speed, making it a solid choice for desktop users looking to store and access data efficiently. Its SATA 6Gb/s interface ensures it fits well into most modern PCs, offering reliable performance in tasks ranging from gaming to content creation.

General Information
Brand	Western Digital
Part Number	WD1002FAEX-00Z3A0
Alternate Part Number	WD1002FAEX-00Z3A0-15-CT

Technical Information
Capacity	1TB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Cache	64MB
Spindle Speed	7200 RPM
Hot Pluggable	No
Hot Swappable	No
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Desktop
MTBF	1,000,000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SATA 6GB/s

Physical Characteristics
Height	26.1 mm
Width	101.6 mm
Depth	146.99 mm
Dimensions	26.1 mm x 101.6 mm x 146.99 mm
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL

Product Description
The Western Digital Black 1TB hard drive is built for users who demand reliable and consistent performance for desktop computing. It’s often found in gaming rigs, media editing setups, and power-user workstations where speed and capacity are essential. Designed to handle large files and intensive workloads, this drive balances storage space with quick access times. Key Features Optimized for fast read/write speeds with a 7200RPM motor 64MB cache enhances multi-tasking and sequential data transfers Supports SATA 6Gb/s for efficient data throughput Durable design suited for continuous operation in desktop environments Quiet operation despite high performance demands You'll typically find this hard drive inside desktop PCs where users need dependable storage without compromising speed. It’s also suitable for users upgrading from standard drives looking for a balance between capacity and performance. The WD Black series is often chosen by those working with large media files or running demanding applications that require quick data retrieval.

Use Cases
The WD1002FAEX-00Z3A0 Western Digital Black 1TB hard drive is optimized for desktop environments that demand consistent and rapid data access. It is particularly suited for IT professionals, content creators, and gamers who require a balance of high storage capacity and sustained performance during intensive workloads. How It's Used: High-performance desktop workstations handling video editing and 3D rendering tasks. Gaming rigs where fast load times and reliable data throughput improve user experience. Small office desktops requiring dependable storage for multitasking and file management. Entry-level virtualization hosts needing cost-effective local storage with solid performance. Content creation environments managing large multimedia libraries and project files. This drive enables efficient data handling in environments where sustained read/write speeds and responsiveness are critical. It supports operational continuity by reducing bottlenecks in data throughput and offers scalability for desktop systems that evolve with workload demands.