Name: WD1200-IDE Western Digital Caviar Blue 120GB 7.2K RPM ATA-100 512n 8MB Cache 3.5-Inch Internal Hard Drive
Brand: Western Digital
SKU: WD1200-IDE
Price: 114.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The WD1200-IDE Western Digital Caviar Blue 120GB Hard Drive provides a balanced storage solution for legacy desktop systems. With a 7,200 RPM speed, ATA-100 interface, and 8MB cache, it ensures smooth performance and reliable data access for everyday computing. This 3.5-inch internal hard drive is perfect for users looking to upgrade their systems or replace aging storage devices, offering both efficiency and dependable performance.

General Information
Brand	Western Digital
Part Number	WD1200-IDE
Series	Caviar Blue

Technical Information
Capacity	120GB
Drive Type	Internal Hard Drive
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	512n
Cache	8MB

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	ATA-100

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	1.03 x 4.00 x 5.79 inches
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Product Description
The Western Digital Caviar Blue WD1200-IDE is a 120GB 3.5-inch internal hard drive designed for users seeking a reliable and cost-effective storage solution. Operating at 7,200 RPM, it provides fast data access and smooth performance for general computing tasks. The ATA-100 interface ensures compatibility with older desktop systems, while the 8MB cache helps improve overall data throughput and efficiency. This drive is ideal for upgrading legacy systems or replacing a failing hard drive. Key Features 120GB storage capacity for essential data storage 7,200 RPM rotational speed ensures quick data retrieval ATA-100 interface for compatibility with older desktop systems 8MB cache improves data handling and enhances performance 3.5-inch form factor fits standard desktop drive bays Trusted reliability from the Western Digital Caviar Blue series This hard drive offers a solid storage option for users seeking to upgrade or maintain their older desktop systems, with dependable performance and efficient data management.

Use Cases
The WD1200-IDE Western Digital Caviar Blue 120GB hard drive is primarily suited for legacy desktop environments where compatibility with older systems is essential. It benefits IT managers and technicians maintaining or upgrading workstations that require reliable storage without transitioning to newer interfaces. How It's Used: Replacement storage for legacy desktop computers running older operating systems in SMB offices. Upgrading internal storage in refurbished PCs used in educational labs requiring cost-effective capacity. Archival storage for on-premise edge computing devices relying on ATA-100 interface compatibility. Secondary drive deployment in testing environments where older hardware configurations are maintained. Storage expansion for industrial control systems with legacy PC architectures demanding stable performance. This internal hard drive supports operational continuity in environments constrained to older hardware standards, providing dependable storage throughput without introducing interface incompatibilities. Its performance characteristics align with workloads where consistent access to moderate data volumes is necessary.