WDC WD400UE-00HCT0
User Benchmarks
Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
WDC WD400UE-00HCT0 | 40 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
The measurement of the WDC WD400UE-00HCT0 was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the WDC WD400UE-00HCT0 under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the WDC WD400UE-00HCT0 should be used.
The WDC WD400UE-00HCT0 is an internal hard drive from Western Digital that belongs to the Caviar series. This hard drive offers a capacity of 400 GB and is aimed at users who are looking for a good balance between capacity and price. The WD400UE-00HCT0 is particularly suitable for use in desktop PCs. Here is a comprehensive overview of the technical details, features and application areas of this hard drive.
Technical details
1. Storage type:
- Type: Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
- Technology: Magnetic storage with rotating disks and read/write heads
2. Capacity:
- Capacity: 400 GB (Gigabytes)
3. Interface:
- Interface: SATA I (1.5 Gb/s)
- Backwards compatibility: No backwards compatibility required as SATA I is the oldest version
4. Performance:
- Rotational speed: 7200 rpm (revolutions per minute)
- Cache memory: 8 MB (Megabytes)
- Average access time: About 8.9 ms (milliseconds)
- Average latency: About 4.16 ms
5. Physical characteristics:
- Form factor: 3.5 inches
- Height: 25.4 mm
- Width: 101.6 mm
- Length: 147 mm
- Weight: Approximately 450 g
6. Reliability:
- MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): Up to 600,000 hours
- Unrecoverable Read Error Rate: 1 in 10^14 (error log rate)
- Shock Resistance: Typically up to 30 G (operating) and 250 G (non-operating)
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to 60°C
- Storage Temperature: -40°C to 70°C
7. Other Features:
- Warranty: 1 year limited warranty
- Power Consumption: Operating power: Approximately 6.0 watts; idle: Approximately 5.0 watts
Features
- 7200 RPM Rotational Speed: The WD400UE-00HCT0 operates at a rotational speed of 7200 RPM, which offers good performance for desktop PCs. This speed enables faster data transfers and reduces access times compared to slower 5400 RPM drives.
- 8 MB Cache: The 8 MB cache temporarily stores frequently used data, improving performance by speeding up access to that data and reducing wait times.
- SATA I Interface: The hard drive uses a SATA I interface that supports a data transfer rate of up to 1.5 Gb/s. Although this is not as fast as the newer SATA II or SATA III interfaces, it still meets the needs of many older systems and provides a reliable connection.
- Energy Efficiency: The WD400UE-00HCT0 is designed to use energy efficiently, which helps reduce running costs and strain on the power supply.
- Robust Design: The hard drive is designed for high reliability and durability, with protection mechanisms against shock and vibration to ensure data integrity.
- Security and Error Correction Features: The hard drive supports SMART (Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology) to monitor the health of the hard drive and detect potential problems early.
Application range
The WDC WD400UE-00HCT0 is well suited for various applications:
1. Desktop PCs:
- Primary drive: Ideal for desktop PCs where a capacity of 400 GB is sufficient for the operating system, applications and basic data. The rotation speed of 7200 rpm ensures good performance.
2. Office computers:
- Storage for office applications: Perfect for office PCs that rely on reliable and sufficient storage capacity. The hard drive can be used for documents, emails and office applications.
3. Backup solutions:
- Backup storage: Can be used as a backup drive to back up important data. The 400 GB capacity offers enough space for regular data backups.
4. Spare drive:
- Upgrade or replacement: Well suited as a replacement drive for older systems that still support SATA I. The hard drive can replace a slower or smaller drive and improve system speed.
5. Home Server:
- Storage for small home servers: The hard drive can be used in small home servers or network attached storage (NAS) solutions to store and manage data.
6. Archiving:
- Long-term archiving: Can be used for long-term archiving of data where larger capacity is required but high speeds are not essential.
Summary
The WDC WD400UE-00HCT0 is a solid 400 GB hard drive from the Western Digital Caviar series, which impresses with its 7200 RPM rotation speed, an 8 MB cache and the SATA I interface. It offers a good balance between performance, capacity and price for desktop PCs and other applications. The hard drive is robust and reliable, with advanced error correction mechanisms and energy efficiency that helps reduce running costs. With a 1-year warranty, it offers a basic security guarantee and confidence in product quality.
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WDC WD400UE-00HCT0 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 WD400UE-00HCT0.
The WDC WD400UE-00HCT0 is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the WDC WD400UE-00HCT0 regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.