Name: WD2000FYYX-18RS1B0 Western Digital 2TB 7200RPM SATA 6Gb/s 3.5-inch HDD
Brand: Western Digital
SKU: WD2000FYYX-18RS1B0
Price: 1.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (122 reviews)

Product Overview
The WD2000FYYX-18RS1B0 is a 2TB 3.5-inch internal hard drive that provides storage through a SATA 6Gb/s interface. It operates at 7200 RPM, making it suitable for desktop PCs requiring standard rotational speed and capacity.

General Information
Brand	Western Digital

Technical Information
Capacity	2TB
Drive Type	Internal Hard Drive
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Cache	64MB
Spindle Speed	7200 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Servers,Workstations,NAS
MTBF	1,200,000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SATA 6GB/s

Physical Characteristics
Height	1.028
Width	4.00
Depth	5.787
Dimensions	1.028 x 4.00 x 5.787
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV

Product Description
The WD2000FYYX-18RS1B0 is a 2TB hard disk drive designed to store substantial amounts of data efficiently. It is commonly used in desktop environments where large capacity and steady performance are required. This drive operates at 7200 RPM and connects via a SATA 6Gb/s interface, making it suitable for systems that support this standard. It fits into standard 3.5-inch drive bays typically found in personal computers and workstations. Key Features 2TB capacity accommodates extensive file storage 7200 RPM speed for consistent read/write operations SATA 6Gb/s interface compatible with mainstream desktop systems 3.5-inch form factor for easy installation in desktops Designed by Western Digital, a recognized manufacturer of storage devices This hard drive offers a balance of storage size and rotational speed that suits desktop users requiring reliable data storage. Its SATA 6Gb/s interface allows connection with a wide range of motherboards supporting this protocol.

Use Cases
This hard drive is typically deployed in desktop computing environments where additional or replacement storage is necessary. It suits users managing large files or applications that benefit from a 2TB capacity and standard SATA interface. How It's Used: Expanding storage capacity in desktop computers for general data and media files Replacing existing 3.5-inch SATA drives with a 2TB option Supporting home or small office systems needing conventional hard drive storage Utilization in systems compatible with SATA 6Gb/s for data transfer Serving as a secondary drive for backing up data in desktop setups Its role is to provide dependable storage within a desktop form factor, compatible with standard SATA connections. It is suited for workloads and users requiring moderate to large storage without specialized performance demands.

FAQ's
What does SATA 6Gb/s mean in this drive? SATA 6Gb/s refers to the interface speed that supports data transfer rates up to 6 gigabits per second. This standard is common in many desktop systems for connecting storage devices. Is this WD2000FYYX-18RS1B0 drive compatible with all desktop PCs? This drive fits standard 3.5-inch drive bays and uses SATA 6Gb/s. Compatibility depends on the system supporting 3.5-inch drives and SATA connections, which is typical in most desktops. What does 7200 RPM indicate for this HDD? 7200 RPM specifies the rotational speed of the disk platters. It affects how quickly data can be read or written, with 7200 RPM being a common speed for desktop HDDs. Can this hard drive be used in laptops? This drive is a 3.5-inch form factor, which is generally too large for laptop drive bays designed for 2.5-inch drives, making it unsuitable for most laptops. How is the 2TB capacity useful for desktop users? 2TB offers significant storage for users needing space for files, media, applications, or backups, aligning with common desktop storage requirements. Does this drive require special configuration for installation? The WD2000FYYX-18RS1B0 installs like typical SATA drives and requires no special configuration beyond standard hardware mounting and SATA connection.