Name: WDS500G1R0B Western Digital 500GB TLC SATA 6Gb/s M.2 2280 NAS SSD
Brand: Western Digital
SKU: WDS500G1R0B
Price: 457.33 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Western Digital Red SA500 Series 500GB M.2 SATA SSD is designed to enhance NAS systems with solid performance and dependable storage. It fits compact NAS setups that require a blend of capacity and sustained reliability, providing quick access to important data without unnecessary complexity.

General Information
Brand	Western Digital
Part Number	WDS500G1R0B

Technical Information
Capacity	500GB
Memory Technology	Triple-Level Cell (TLC)
Form Factor	M.2 2280
Interface	SATA 6GB/s
MTBF	1,750,000 hours
Hot Swappable	No
Hot Pluggable	No

Performance
Max Sequential Read	560 MB/s
Max Sequential Write	530 MB/s
Random Read	95,000 IOPS (4K)
Random Write	84,000 IOPS (4K)
Endurance (TBW)	300 TBW

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	2.38 x 22 x 80 mm
Weight	1.10
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
This Western Digital Red SA500 Series solid state drive is built to support network-attached storage (NAS) systems with efficient, reliable performance. It offers 500GB of storage using Triple-Level Cell (TLC) NAND, balancing capacity and endurance for everyday NAS workloads. Often found in small business or home NAS setups, the drive fits into M.2 2280 slots and uses a SATA 6Gb/s interface. It benefits users who need fast access to files across multiple devices while maintaining the stability NAS environments demand. Key Features Offers 500GB of storage space suitable for backups and media libraries Utilizes TLC NAND for a balance between speed and longevity Compact M.2 2280 size fits modern NAS enclosures with limited space Supports SATA 6Gb/s for consistent data throughput Engineered to handle the constant read/write cycles typical in NAS use This drive typically gets deployed in small to medium NAS units where reliable data access and storage efficiency are essential. It plays a key role in keeping shared files readily available without compromising system stability or lifespan.

Use Cases
The Western Digital Red SA500 Series 500GB M.2 SATA SSD is primarily utilized in compact NAS systems where reliable, consistent storage performance is crucial. It serves IT administrators and SMBs who require efficient data access and storage stability in environments with continuous workloads. How It's Used: Enhancing home office NAS setups for small businesses requiring uninterrupted data availability and backups. Supporting virtualization environments in SMB data centers with sustained throughput and low latency needs. Deploying in edge computing devices where compact form factors and reliable storage are essential for remote data processing. Integrating into media production NAS arrays to handle frequent large file transfers and editing workflows. Providing fast cache storage within hybrid storage clusters to improve overall system responsiveness in enterprise IT networks. This SSD facilitates operational efficiency by delivering consistent performance tailored for NAS workloads, enabling scalable storage solutions that support varying business demands without compromising data integrity or speed.

WDS500G1R0B Western Digital 500GB TLC SATA 6Gb/s M.2 2280 NAS SSD

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Technical Information

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Physical Characteristics

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