I have a Dell XPS8930 desktop that says it takes 3.5 in SATA Hard drives. Will this work in it? null

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dplsnh · Accepted Answer

It will work perfectly fine, you don't need a NAS hard drive and can save money with a standard 8TB hard drive. The NAS hard drive is the same but designed to run 24x7 with alot of activity happening with it. Definitely more durable than a standard drive.

Answered by dplsnh 4 years ago

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SuperJ · Answer

Should work ok, as this is a 3.5” drive, but for the price, it’s probably better to go with a cheaper model as these are a bit more due to being made for NAS devices and being used constantly.

Larry · Answer

Work? Probably, but not recommended. For desktop Western Digitals modes are color coded and should use either "Green" (slower, energy conserving), "Blue" (mainstream), or "Black" (performance/gaming). The other two colors are designed for 24 hour operation and specific uses. "Purple" is for recording security camera systems, and "Red" for NAS (Network Attached Storage). Should note that it is Red Plus or higher that should be used in a NAS. The original "Red" was designed with shortcuts using access technology similar to Green/Blue which is less expensive not not compatible with NAS requirements.

Answered by Larry 4 years ago

Diomark · Answer

This is. Standard 3.5" sata drive. So yes, as long as your dell is less then 10-12 years old (And takes sata vs the old ide standard) then it'd work.

Western Digital Team · Answer

Hi JimRinHouston, Please know that WD Red Plus drive comes with SATA 6 Gb/s interface, has 3.5 Inch form factor. To know more about the drive refer to the link: http://products.wdc.com/library/SpecSheet/ENG/2579-810354.pdf -Need Help? Please see our "'Contact Us" page for information.

Answered by Western Digital Team 4 years ago

“I have a Dell XPS8930 desktop that says it takes 3.5 in SATA Hard drives. Will this work in it?”

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