WDC WD50 00AACS-00ZUB 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 WD50 00AACS-00ZUB SCSI Disk Device | 500 | 159 | 67 | 69 | 0.85 | 0.91 | 10.90 | 4.55 |
The measurement of the WDC WD50 00AACS-00ZUB SCSI Disk Device was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the WDC WD50 00AACS-00ZUB SCSI Disk Device under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the WDC WD50 00AACS-00ZUB SCSI Disk Device should be used.
WDC WD50 00AACS-00ZUB SCSI Disk Device
The WDC WD5000AACS-00ZUB is a hard drive from Western Digital (WD) that is typically used in desktop PCs and NAS systems. This model name belongs to the WD Caviar Green series, which is known for its energy efficiency and quiet operation. Although the model number "SCSI Disk Device" might indicate a SCSI interface, the WD5000AACS-00ZUB is a SATA hard drive. Below you will find a detailed description of the technical details, functions and application areas of this hard drive.
Technical details:
1. Model number: WDC WD5000AACS-00ZUB
2. Storage capacity: 500 GB
3. Form factor: 3.5 inches (standard desktop hard drive size)
4. Interface: SATA II (3 Gb/s)
5. Rotational speed: 7200 RPM (revolutions per minute)
6. Cache: 16 MB (megabytes)
7. Average access time: Typically about 8.9 ms (milliseconds)
8. Data transfer rate: Up to 300 MB/s (megabytes per second) through the SATA II interface
9. MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): Up to 1 million hours or more
10. Noise level: Typically about 28 dBA when idle and up to 32 dBA when fully loaded
11. Power Consumption:
- Idle: Approximately 3.9 watts
- Under Load: Approximately 5.7 watts
Features:
1. Energy Efficiency: The WD Caviar Green series is specifically known for its energy efficiency. The hard drive uses technologies such as Advanced Power Management (APM) to reduce power consumption and lower operating costs.
2. Quiet Operation: The hard drive is known for its quiet operation, which is achieved through a combination of advanced acoustic management technology and vibration-damping enclosures.
3. Performance Enhancement Technology: The WD5000AACS-00ZUB uses IntelliSeek, a hard drive speed optimization technology that reduces noise and power consumption by optimizing the positioning movements of the read/write head.
4. Automatic Error Correction: The hard drive uses error correction technology to ensure data integrity and improve hard drive reliability.
5. Maintain Performance: The hard drive supports features such as idle standby mode and automatic shutdown to minimize power consumption when the hard drive is not actively in use.
Application:
1. Desktop PCs: The WD5000AACS-00ZUB is ideal for use in desktop PCs, where it can be used as the primary drive for the operating system, applications, and data. Its energy efficiency and quiet operation make it particularly attractive for environments where quiet operation is desired.
2. NAS systems: The hard drive can also be used in Network Attached Storage (NAS) systems, especially in smaller NAS units for home offices or small businesses that benefit from its energy efficiency and low operating noise.
3. Backup and data storage: The hard drive is well suited for backup solutions and for storing large amounts of data as it has sufficient capacity and reliability.
4. Multimedia applications: It is also suitable for multimedia applications such as storing videos and images as it offers sufficient capacity and provides sufficient performance for accessing large media files.
5. System upgrades: The WD5000AACS-00ZUB can be used as an upgrade in older systems to expand storage space and improve performance without increasing the cost of a more modern drive.
Conclusion:
The WDC WD5000AACS-00ZUB is a reliable and energy-efficient hard drive with a capacity of 500 GB that offers good performance for desktop PCs and NAS systems thanks to the SATA II interface and a speed of 7200 rpm. With a cache of 16 MB and an average access time of around 8.9 ms, it delivers solid performance for everyday applications. Its energy efficiency, quiet operation and advanced performance-enhancing technologies make it an excellent choice for applications that require a combination of energy saving, quiet operation and reliable performance.
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WDC WD50 00AACS-00ZUB 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 WD50 00AACS-00ZUB SCSI Disk Device.
The WDC WD50 00AACS-00ZUB SCSI Disk Device is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the WDC WD50 00AACS-00ZUB SCSI Disk Device regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.