WDC WD1502FAEX-007BA SCSI Disk Device
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| WDC WD1502FAEX-007BA SCSI Disk Device | 1500 | 303 | 136 | 117 | 1.36 | 1.40 | 7.41 | 2.36 |
The measurement of the WDC WD1502FAEX-007BA SCSI Disk Device was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the WDC WD1502FAEX-007BA SCSI Disk Device under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the WDC WD1502FAEX-007BA SCSI Disk Device should be used.
The WDC WD1502FAEX-007BA is a hard drive from Western Digital based on the Caviar Black series. This series is known for its high performance and reliability. However, there is a misunderstanding about the model name because the WD1502FAEX-007BA is not a SCSI hard drive. The WD1502FAEX-007BA belongs to the SATA interface generation and not to the SCSI family.
Here are the detailed information, features and technical specifications for the WD1502FAEX-007BA:
Technical Details
1. Model Name: WD1502FAEX-007BA
2. Manufacturer: Western Digital
3. Series Name: Caviar Black
4. Interface: SATA 6 Gb/s (SATA III)
5. Form Factor: 3.5 inches (standard desktop hard drive size)
6. Capacity: 1.5 TB (terabytes)
7. Cache Memory: 64 MB
8. Rotational Speed: 7200 RPM (Revolutions Per Minute)
9. Transfer Rate: Up to 600 MB/s (SATA III)
Features
1. Performance: The WD1502FAEX-007BA offers high performance through a combination of 7200 RPM speed and a large 64 MB cache. These features contribute to fast data access times and high transfer rates.
2. SATA III support: Support for SATA III (6 Gb/s) enables faster data transfer compared to older SATA versions (SATA II and SATA I).
3. Reliability: Western Digital has placed particular emphasis on reliability and durability with the Caviar Black series. This is achieved through improved error correction and a more robust construction.
4. Operation mode: The hard drive can work in a 24/7 operation mode, making it suitable for use in workstations and servers.
5. Advanced Format Technology: This technology improves the sector size and hard drive efficiency, resulting in better performance characteristics.
6. NoTouch Ramp Load Technology: This technology protects the hard drive from physical wear and tear by parking the read/write head on a fixed area of ​​the hard drive during operation.
Application range
1. Desktop computers: Ideal for powerful desktop computers that require high data transfer rates and fast access times.
2. Workstations: Works well for workstations that handle intensive applications and large amounts of data.
3. Gaming PCs: Due to the fast performance, the hard drive is also well suited for gaming systems.
4. File servers: The reliability and high capacity also make it a good choice for small to medium-sized file servers.
Physical specifications
1. Dimensions: 147 mm x 101.6 mm x 26.1 mm (L x W x H)
2. Weight: Approximately 650 g
Additional Details
- Compatibility: The hard drive is compatible with most modern motherboards and operating systems that support SATA ports.
- Noise: The Caviar Black series is known for its relatively low operating noise, although it can be more audible when writing and reading than some quieter hard drive models.
- Power Consumption: The hard drive is designed to offer energy efficiency, although the higher rotation speed may mean it consumes more power than lower RPM hard drives.
The WD1502FAEX-007BA is a powerful and reliable hard drive for heavy-duty use, but is not designed for the SCSI interface. It is designed for SATA applications and offers excellent performance for a variety of desktop and server applications.
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WDC WD1502FAEX-007BA SCSI Disk 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 WD1502FAEX-007BA SCSI Disk Device.
The WDC WD1502FAEX-007BA SCSI Disk Device is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the WDC WD1502FAEX-007BA SCSI Disk Device regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.