WDC WD20 EZRZ-00Z5HB0 USB Device
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| WDC WD20 EZRZ-00Z5HB0 USB Device | 2000 | 79 | 32 | 28 | 0.70 | 1.86 | 7.39 | 2.37 |
| WDC WD20 EZRZ-00Z5HB0 USB Device | 2000 | 76 | 31 | 28 | 0.56 | 0.55 | 11.96 | 7.61 |
The measurement of the WDC WD20 EZRZ-00Z5HB0 USB Device was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the WDC WD20 EZRZ-00Z5HB0 USB Device under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the WDC WD20 EZRZ-00Z5HB0 USB Device should be used.
The Western Digital WD20EZRZ-00Z5HB0 is an internal hard drive from the WD Blue series by Western Digital. It is a 3.5-inch HDD with a capacity of 2 TB. Although the model is designed for internal use, it can also be used as a USB drive in external enclosures. Here is a comprehensive description of the model, including technical details, features and areas of application:
1. Description
The WD20EZRZ-00Z5HB0 is an internal hard drive from Western Digital that can be used in desktop PCs and external enclosures. It is part of the WD Blue series, which is designed for everyday computing applications and reliable performance. This hard drive offers a good balance between capacity, performance and value for money.
2. Technical details
- Form factor: 3.5 inches
- Dimensions: Typical for 3.5-inch hard drives, approximately 101.85 mm x 147 mm x 26.1 mm
- Use: Designed for desktop PCs and can also be used in external enclosures.
- Interface: SATA
- Interface type: SATA III (6 Gb/s)
- Data transfer rates: Up to 600 MB/s (theoretical maximum speed of the SATA III interface).
- Capacity: 2 TB
- Provides sufficient storage for operating systems, applications, documents, photos, videos and other data.
- Rotation speed: 5400 rpm
- This speed provides quiet operation and is energy efficient, but slightly slower than the 7200 rpm models.
- Cache memory: 64 MB
- Cache memory improves read and write speeds by temporarily storing frequently used data.
- Bug fix:
- ECC (Error-Correcting Code): Supports advanced error correction to ensure data integrity and improve reliability.
- Reliability:
- MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): Typically over 600,000 hours, indicating high reliability and long service life.
3. Functions
- High Capacity: With 2TB of storage, the hard drive provides enough space for large amounts of data, including operating systems, applications, documents, photos and videos.
- Quiet Operation: The 5400 RPM speed provides quieter operation compared to faster hard drives, making it suitable for quiet work environments.
- Energy Efficiency: The hard drive is more energy efficient than faster models and contributes to less heat generation.
- Reliability and Durability: With a larger cache and advanced error correction, the WD20EZRZ-00Z5HB0 offers reliable performance and a long lifespan.
4. Areas of application
- Desktop PCs: Ideal for use in desktop computers that require additional storage space, be it for the operating system, applications or data archiving.
- External Hard Drive Enclosures: Can be used in external enclosures to provide a portable storage solution. In a USB enclosure, it can act as an external backup or storage solution.
- Data Storage and Archiving: Suitable for users who want to store and archive large amounts of data, including documents, media and backups.
- Multimedia Applications: Useful for storing large media files such as videos, photos and music.
5. Installation
- Installation in desktop PCs:
- The hard drive is mounted in a 3.5-inch bay of the desktop PC and connected to the motherboard via a SATA cable. A SATA power cable is required for power supply.
- Use in external enclosures:
- The hard drive can be installed in a 3.5-inch external enclosure that connects to the computer via a USB interface. The external enclosure must support the SATA hard drive and provide the appropriate USB cable.
6. Maintenance and care
- Data backup: Regular backups are important to prevent data loss due to hard drive damage or other problems. Use appropriate backup software or cloud services.
- Drive Diagnostics: Use hard drive monitoring and diagnostic tools to regularly check the health of the hard drive and detect potential problems early.
- Firmware Updates: Check the Western Digital website occasionally for firmware updates that may improve the performance and reliability of the drive.
Summary
The Western Digital WD20EZRZ-00Z5HB0 is a reliable and cost-effective 2 TB hard drive that offers high capacity and quiet operation. With a rotation speed of 5400 RPM, a 64 MB cache and the SATA III interface, it offers solid performance for desktop PCs, external enclosures and storage applications. Its energy efficiency and reliability make it a good choice for users who need larger storage capacity and quiet operation.
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WDC WD20 EZRZ-00Z5HB0 USB 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 WD20 EZRZ-00Z5HB0 USB Device.
The WDC WD20 EZRZ-00Z5HB0 USB Device is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the WDC WD20 EZRZ-00Z5HB0 USB Device regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.