WDC WD5000AADS-00S9B0 ATA Device
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| WDC WD5000AADS-00S9B0 ATA Device | 500 | 188 | 90 | 71 | 0.38 | 1.21 | 11.33 | 3.59 |
| WDC WD5000AADS-00S9B0 ATA Device | 500 | 158 | 73 | 62 | 0.56 | 1.02 | 14.34 | 4.16 |
| WDC WD5000AADS-00S9B0 ATA Device | 500 | 136 | 62 | 53 | 0.46 | 1.04 | 15.94 | 4.19 |
| WDC WD5000AADS-00S9B0 ATA Device | 500 | 111 | 47 | 38 | 0.37 | 0.82 | 12.16 | 4.81 |
The measurement of the WDC WD5000AADS-00S9B0 ATA Device was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the WDC WD5000AADS-00S9B0 ATA Device under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the WDC WD5000AADS-00S9B0 ATA Device should be used.
The WDC WD5000AADS-00S9B0 is a hard drive from Western Digital that belongs to the WD Caviar Green series. This series is known for its energy efficiency and quiet operating characteristics, making it a popular choice for various applications.
Technical details:
- Capacity: 500GB.
- Form factor: 3.5 inches.
- Interface: SATA II (3 Gb/s).
- Speed: 7200 RPM.
- Cache: 16 MB.
- Average access time: Approximately 8.9 ms.
- MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): Approximately 1 million hours.
- Operating temperature: Typically between 0°C and 60°C.
- Weight: Approximately 690 grams.
- Dimensions: Approx. 147mm x 101.6mm x 26.1mm.
Features:
- Energy Efficiency: The WD Caviar Green series is designed for energy efficiency, which reduces power consumption and results in lower noise levels. This is achieved through technologies such as Idle 3 technology and reduced rotation speed compared to standard hard drives.
- 7200 RPM: The 7200 RPM speed offers a good balance between performance and energy efficiency. This speed provides acceptable read and write speeds that are sufficient for most applications.
- SATA II Interface: Supports the SATA II interface with a maximum data transfer rate of 3 Gb/s. This is backwards compatible with older SATA connectors and provides a reliable connection to most computers.
- 16MB Cache: Cache memory helps improve performance by caching frequently used data, which reduces access times and increases the overall speed of the hard drive.
- Quiet Drive Technology: The hard drive is designed to minimize noise levels, making it ideal for quiet work environments.
Areas of application:
- Desktop computers: Ideal for desktop PCs that need additional storage space without consuming too much power. The hard drive provides enough capacity for operating systems, applications and personal data.
- Backup Solutions: Suitable for backup applications where moderate capacity and reliable performance are required. Energy efficiency makes it a good choice for always-on backup systems.
- Multimedia Storage: Perfect for storing media files such as photos, videos and music. The 500GB capacity provides ample space for extensive media files.
- Quiet working environments: Thanks to its Quiet Drive Technology, the hard drive is well suited for environments where quiet operation is desired, such as in offices or for home users.
Summary:
The WDC WD5000AADS-00S9B0 is a 500 GB internal hard drive in a 3.5-inch form factor, equipped with a SATA II interface and a speed of 7200 RPM. With 16 MB cache and energy-efficient technologies, it offers solid performance while reducing power consumption and noise levels. This hard drive is ideal for desktop computers, backup solutions, multimedia storage and quiet work environments. The WD Caviar Green series offers a good balance between performance, energy efficiency and price, making it a practical choice for many applications.
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WDC WD5000AADS-00S9B0 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 WD5000AADS-00S9B0 ATA Device.
The WDC WD5000AADS-00S9B0 ATA Device is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the WDC WD5000AADS-00S9B0 ATA Device regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.