Name: WD5000AADS Western Digital Caviar Green 500GB 7200RPM SATA 3GB/s 7-Pin 32MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
Brand: Western Digital
SKU: WD5000AADS
Price: 117.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Western Digital Caviar Green 500GB hard drive offers a solid mix of capacity and efficiency for desktop systems. It fits well in setups needing quieter, lower-power drives that still deliver respectable speed and storage for general computing and media use.

General Information
Brand	Western Digital
Part Number	WD5000AADS

Technical Information
Capacity	500GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	3.5-inch SATA II (SATA 3Gb/s, 7-pin)
Cache	32MB
Spindle Speed	7200 RPM
Hot Pluggable	No
Hot Swappable	No
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Desktop PCs
MTBF	600000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SATA

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

Product Description
The Western Digital Caviar Green 500GB hard drive combines a balance of storage capacity and performance, suitable for desktop computers and home servers. Its 7200RPM speed provides faster data access compared to typical green drives, making it well-suited for users who want an efficient drive without compromising too much on power consumption. Built for those needing reliable secondary storage or backup solutions, this drive often finds a place in systems that require quiet operation and energy efficiency alongside decent performance. It’s a practical choice for users managing media files, software applications, or everyday document storage. Key Features Energy-efficient design reduces power consumption during operation 7200RPM speed supports quicker boot and load times 32MB cache improves data throughput and responsiveness Compatible with standard 3.5-inch drive bays in most desktops SATA 3Gb/s interface ensures broad compatibility and solid transfer rates This hard drive is typically deployed in personal computers where a balance between performance and energy use is desired. It’s also common in home office setups and media centers where quiet operation matters. Users benefit from its reliable storage for day-to-day computing tasks without the noise or power draw of higher-performance drives.

Use Cases
The WD5000AADS Western Digital Caviar Green 500GB hard drive is designed for desktop environments where energy efficiency and noise reduction are important without sacrificing reliable storage performance. It suits small business workstations and home office PCs running everyday applications and media storage. How It's Used: Integration into SMB desktop systems requiring low power consumption and reduced acoustics during standard business workloads. Deployment in home office computers focused on general productivity tasks and moderate multimedia storage demands. Use within entry-level workstations where balancing storage capacity and operational efficiency is critical. Inclusion in desktop setups supporting light virtualization or development environments with moderate I/O needs. Replacement or upgrade in legacy desktops needing SATA 3GB/s interface compatibility while maintaining performance consistency. This hard drive supports operational efficiency by lowering power draw and noise output in everyday computing contexts. It enables scalable performance gains for workloads that do not require high-end SSD speeds, maintaining a balance between cost, capacity, and reliability in typical office or home setups.