WDC WD10EARS-00Z5B1 ATA Device
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| WDC WD10EARS-00Z5B1 ATA Device | 1000 | 144 | 84 | 45 | 0.63 | 0.24 | 11.08 | 17.65 |
| WDC WD10EARS-00Z5B1 ATA Device | 1000 | 64 | 39 | 16 | 0.60 | 0.17 | 25.88 | 27.98 |
| WDC WD10EARS-00Z5B1 ATA Device | 1000 | 63 | 40 | 16 | 0.52 | 0.20 | 21.05 | 29.75 |
The measurement of the WDC WD10EARS-00Z5B1 ATA Device was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the WDC WD10EARS-00Z5B1 ATA Device under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the WDC WD10EARS-00Z5B1 ATA Device should be used.
The WDC WD10EARS-00Z5B1 is an internal hard drive from Western Digital (WD) from the Caviar Green series. This series is known for its energy-efficient technology and is designed for desktop PCs that require a good balance between performance and power consumption. Here are the detailed technical specifications, features and application areas of this hard drive.
Technical details
1. Capacity:
- 1 Terabyte (TB): The hard drive offers a storage capacity of 1 TB, which provides enough space for large amounts of data, including operating systems, applications, documents, photos, videos and backups.
2. Form factor:
- 3.5 inch: The hard drive uses the 3.5 inch form factor, which is the standard for internal hard drives in desktop PCs. This allows for larger capacity and better performance compared to 2.5 inch hard drives.
3. Interface:
- SATA II (3 Gbit/s): The hard drive uses the SATA II interface, which supports data transfer rates of up to 3 Gbit/s (300 MB/s). It is backwards compatible with older SATA versions (SATA I).
4. Cache memory:
- 64 MB: The hard drive has a 64 MB cache that helps optimize data transfer rates and reduce access times by caching frequently accessed data.
5. Speed:
- 5400 rpm: The hard drive rotates at 5400 rpm, which means lower performance but better energy efficiency compared to 7200 rpm hard drives.
6. Search time:
- Average seek time: Typically, the average seek time is around 8-10 ms, which indicates the time it takes for the read head to access the required data.
7. Power consumption:
- Operation: About 5-6 watts
- Idle: About 4 watts
8. Operating and storage temperature:
- Operating temperature: 0°C to 60°C
- Storage temperature: -40°C to 70°C
9. MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures):
- Approximately 1,000,000 hours, depending on operating conditions.
10. Noise level:
- Average: About 30-35 dB(A), which is relatively quiet for a 5400 RPM hard drive.
Features
1. High storage capacity:
- Extended storage space: With 1 TB, the hard drive offers enough space for a variety of data, including large amounts of documents, multimedia files and backup data.
2. Energy efficiency:
- Low power consumption: The hard drive is designed with a focus on energy efficiency to reduce power consumption compared to faster hard drive models.
3. Low noise:
- Quiet operation: The 5400 RPM speed ensures quiet operation, making the hard drive suitable for noise-sensitive environments.
4. Large cache memory:
- 64 MB Cache: Large cache memory improves performance by delivering frequently accessed data more quickly.
5. Automatic parking function:
- Idle3: The hard drive has an automatic head parking function that is activated when the drive is idle to further improve energy efficiency and extend the life of the hard drive.
Areas of application
1. Desktop-PCs:
- Main or additional drive: The hard drive can be used both as a main drive for desktop PCs and as additional storage space for large amounts of data.
2. Home office and small offices:
- Data storage: Ideal for storing documents, databases, applications and media files in home office or office applications.
3. Media centers:
- Storage of media content: With 1 TB storage capacity, the hard drive is suitable for storing and managing music, videos and other media files.
4. Backup solutions:
- Data backup: The hard drive can be used to backup important data and system images.
5. Compact systems:
- Energy efficient storage solution: Especially useful in systems where energy efficiency and low noise levels are important.
Conclusion
The WDC WD10EARS-00Z5B1 is a 3.5-inch hard drive with a capacity of 1 TB and a rotation speed of 5400 RPM. It offers solid performance through the SATA II interface and a large 64 MB cache. Its main advantages are its high capacity, energy efficiency and quiet operation. This hard drive is ideal for desktop PCs, home office environments, media centers and as a backup solution. The combination of large storage space and energy-efficient operation makes it a reliable choice for various storage needs.
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WDC WD10EARS-00Z5B1 ATA Device and the compatible operating systems
Windows Server 2025, 2022, 2019, 2016, ... or 2008 and higher
Windows 12, 11, 10 or Windows 7 and higher
Linux (various distributions)
macOS (from version 10.6)
Please note that the exact functions and areas of application may vary depending on the firmware version and configuration of WDC WD10EARS-00Z5B1 ATA Device.
The WDC WD10EARS-00Z5B1 ATA Device is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the WDC WD10EARS-00Z5B1 ATA Device regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.