# Western Digital 500 GB Caviar Blue SATA 3 Gb/s 7200 RPM 16 MB Cache Bulk/OEM Desktop Hard Drive 

- Category: Storage
- Brand: Western Digital
- Model: WD5000AAKS
- Part number: WD5000AAKS
- Price (US): $69.99
- Price last checked: 2026-08-05
- Rating: 4.4/5 from 794 Amazon reviews
- Warranty: 3 years
- Product page: https://buildmypc.net/component-details/storage/western-digital-wd5000aaks/

## Specifications

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Brand | Western Digital |
| Model | WD5000AAKS |
| Maximum Capacity | 500 GB |
| Form Factor | 3.5" (HDD) |
| Cache Memory | 16 MB |
| Interface | SATA III Gb/s |

## Key Features

- Ultra-fast 500 GB SATA 3.5-inch hard drive with cool and quiet operation; ideal for Windows Vista machines
- 7,200 RPM spin speed; 16 MB cache; 3 Gbs transfer rate
- IntelliSeek technology for lower power consumption, noise and vibration; Data Lifeguard for data management and protection
- Holds up to 142,000 digital photos; 125,000 MP3 files; 12,000 uncompressed CD-quality songs; 38 hours digital video;

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