WDC WD5002ABYS-01B1B0
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| WDC WD5002ABYS-01B1B0 | 500 | 221 | 96 | 96 | 1.30 | 1.47 | 9.33 | 2.79 |
| WDC WD5002ABYS-01B1B0 | 500 | 221 | 96 | 96 | 1.30 | 1.47 | 9.33 | 2.79 |
| WDC WD5002ABYS-01B1B0 | 500 | 221 | 96 | 96 | 1.30 | 1.47 | 9.33 | 2.79 |
| WDC WD5002ABYS-01B1B0 | 500 | 213 | 94 | 86 | 1.48 | 1.48 | 9.41 | 2.62 |
| WDC WD5002ABYS-01B1B0 | 500 | 181 | 81 | 70 | 1.45 | 1.57 | 7.97 | 2.49 |
The measurement of the WDC WD5002ABYS-01B1B0 was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the WDC WD5002ABYS-01B1B0 under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the WDC WD5002ABYS-01B1B0 should be used.
Here is a detailed description of the WDC WD5002ABYS-01B1B0:
WDC WD5002ABYS-01B1B0
General description:
The WDC WD5002ABYS-01B1B0 is an internal hard drive from Western Digital that is specifically designed for use in RAID environments and for server applications. The hard drive belongs to the WD RE2 series, which is designed for high reliability and performance in business-critical applications.Technical details:
1. Capacity:
- 500 GB. This capacity is sufficient for many server and enterprise applications, especially for smaller or medium-sized storage requirements.
2. Form factor:
- 3.5 inches. Standard size for desktop and server hard drives, offering space for larger storage capacities.
3. Interface:
- SATA 3 Gb/s (SATA II). This interface supports a maximum transfer rate of 3 Gb/s, which is sufficient for most enterprise applications.
4. Rotation speed:
- 7200 rpm. This speed provides a good balance between performance and energy efficiency, especially important for server and storage applications.
5. Cache:
- 16 MB cache. The cache improves data transfer rates by temporarily storing frequently used data for faster access.
6. Reliability and durability:
- MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) of 1,200,000 hours, which means high reliability for continuous operation.
- Supports SMART (Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology) to monitor hard drive integrity and predict potential failures.
7. Power consumption:
- Operation: Approx. 8.0 W.
- Idle: Approx. 7.0 W. The hard drive offers relatively low idle power consumption, which reduces operating costs and improves energy efficiency.
8. Operating system compatibility:
- Compatible with common operating systems such as Windows, Linux and macOS, provided the appropriate driver support is available.
Features:
1. RAID Compatibility:
- Designed for use in RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) configurations, providing additional data security and redundancy. Ideal for NAS or SAN environments.
2. Fault tolerance:
- Supports advanced error correction technologies and has a robust design to ensure data integrity and availability.
3. Vibration protection:
- Improved vibration tolerance, which is important for use in rackmount servers and multi-drive environments.
4. Stability in continuous operation:
- Designed for continuous 24/7 operation, making them ideal for server and enterprise environments where downtime must be minimized.
Areas of application:
1. Server and data centers:
- Due to its reliability and performance, the hard drive is particularly suitable for use in servers and data centers where reliability and continuous operation are required.
2. RAID-Systeme:
- Ideal for RAID configurations in NAS (Network Attached Storage) and SAN (Storage Area Network) where additional redundancy and fault tolerance are required.
3. Workstations und High-Performance-Computing:
- Suitable for powerful workstations that process large amounts of data and require fast access times.
4. Backup solutions:
- Useful for backup and archiving solutions where data availability and integrity are of utmost importance.
5. Databases:
- Ideal for use in database servers that can benefit from high performance and large storage capacity.
Summary:
The WDC WD5002ABYS-01B1B0 is a robust and high-performance hard drive designed for demanding applications in server and RAID environments. With its 500 GB capacity, 7200 RPM rotation speed, 16 MB cache and high reliability, it is an excellent choice for use in business-critical systems that require continuous operation and data integrity.---
WDC WD5002ABYS-01B1B0 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 WD5002ABYS-01B1B0.
The WDC WD5002ABYS-01B1B0 is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the WDC WD5002ABYS-01B1B0 regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.