Name: WDS500G1B0E-00B3V0 Western Digital 500GB PCIe 3.0 NVMe M.2 2280 SSD
Brand: Western Digital
SKU: WDS500G1B0E-00B3V0
Price: 1.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (122 reviews)

Product Overview
The WD Black SN750 SE 500GB SSD offers 500GB capacity in an M.2 2280 form factor with PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe connectivity. It fits modern desktops and laptops that support this interface and is part of Western Digital's WD Black SN750 SE lineup, designed to provide enhanced storage options.

General Information
Brand	Western Digital

Technical Information
Capacity	500GB
NAND Flash	3D NAND
Memory Technology	Triple-Level Cell (TLC)
Form Factor	M.2 2280
Interface	PCIe Gen 3.0 x4
Cache	SLC cache (dynamic), DRAM-less
MTBF	1750000 hours
Hot Swappable	No
Hot Pluggable	No

Performance
Max Sequential Read	3430 MB/s
Max Sequential Write	2600 MB/s
Random Read	410000 IOPS
Random Write	480000 IOPS
Endurance (TBW)	300 TBW

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	2.38 x 22 x 80 mm
Weight	0.60
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
The WD Black SN750 SE 500GB SSD is a solid-state drive designed to provide storage expansion and improved data access speeds for compatible systems. It is typically installed in desktop or laptop computers equipped with an M.2 2280 slot supporting PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe interface. This product is commonly used by system builders, IT professionals, and users seeking to upgrade their storage with a compact, high-capacity SSD. Key Features 500GB capacity suitable for OS, applications, and data storage PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe interface enabling faster data transfer compared to SATA SSDs M.2 2280 form factor compatible with a wide range of modern systems Part of the WD Black SN750 SE series, known for solid reliability Western Digital manufacturing ensuring consistent quality standards This SSD serves as a practical solution for expanding storage or replacing traditional hard drives, improving boot times and application loading within compatible computer environments.

Use Cases
The WD Black SN750 SE 500GB SSD is typically used in desktop and laptop computers where users require a balance of storage capacity and compact design. It suits environments ranging from personal computing to professional workloads that benefit from solid-state storage. How It's Used: Upgrading existing desktop PCs with M.2 NVMe slots to improve storage performance Installing in laptops that support PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe M.2 SSDs for increased storage Replacing traditional hard drives to reduce system boot and application load times Adding secondary storage in systems configured for multi-drive setups Supporting general computing tasks requiring fast data access and storage reliability Overall, this SSD plays the role of an internal storage device that facilitates efficient data handling in compatible computing systems without requiring additional external hardware.

FAQ's
What does M.2 2280 mean in this WD SSD? M.2 2280 refers to the physical size and connector type of the SSD. '2280' means the drive is 22mm wide and 80mm long, fitting standard M.2 slots on motherboards and laptops. Is the WD Black SN750 SE compatible with PCIe 4.0 slots? This SSD uses PCIe 3.0 x4 interface; it can operate in PCIe 4.0 slots but will function at PCIe 3.0 speeds. Can this SSD be used in a laptop? Yes, it fits laptops that have an M.2 2280 slot supporting PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe drives. What type of interface does this WD SSD use? It uses a PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe interface, enabling faster data transfer than SATA connections. Does the WD Black SN750 SE 500GB require special installation software? No special software is required; it is typically recognized by modern operating systems for storage installation and formatting. Is this SSD suitable for gaming systems? While specific performance claims are not provided, the WD Black SN750 SE series is designed for general storage upgrades, which can support gaming applications.