WD - Blue 500GB SATA 2.5" Internal Solid State Drive
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Tested for Compatibility
Tested on hundreds of systems, including Mac and PC, and a multitude of platforms in our F.I.T. Lab™ to give customers confidence that our drives will work in their systems.
500GB storage capacity
Provides ample storage space for your music, movies and more.
Data transfer rates up to 560MB/s
For quick response when updating files.
Western Digital SSD Dashboard
Monitor your drive's available capacity, operating temperatures, SMART attributes and more with the Western Digital SSD Dashboard.
Leading-edge reliability
An SSD is designed with no moving parts to help protect against data loss if it is accidentally bumped or dropped.
What's Included
- WD Blue 500GB Internal SATA Solid State Drive
- Acronis True Image WD Edition Software
- Western Digital SSD Dashboard Software
- Quick Install Guide
Manuals & Guides
- User Manual (PDF)
Q: QuestionPicture shows 3d nand. When I purchased and opened at home, no 3d nand label. Asked WD support rep if it was 3d nand and they said no. Is this actually the 3d nand version?
Asked by Kyle.
- A:Answer WD says: No, no mention of "3D" or "3D NAND" http://products.wdc.com/library/SpecSheet/ENG/2879-800079.pdf
Answered by utahresident
Q: QuestionWill this work with my HP pavilion Laptop Model 15t-ab200 ? I want to replace the hard drive. Do I need any adaptors ?
Asked by Silvershark.
- A:Answer I've had no issues installing this drive in any computer or laptop
Answered by scott
Q: QuestionWould this be compatible with MacBook Pro 13" Mid 2012? Currently has SATA drive. Thank you.
Asked by Baymermaid.
- A:Answer Yes, this product is compatible with the SATA drive system.
Answered by CommunityAnswer
Q: QuestionI want to move my HDD to a SSD. Does this come with cloning software to move Windows 10 to this SSD?
Asked by Molliesdad.
- A:Answer Yes you can download free cloning software from Western Digital Website in the software download section. They have their own version of Acronis True Image that can be used to image a hard drive to the ssd.
Answered by BigBillieTee
Q: QuestionWill this drive work in a PS4?
Asked by HippieDude.
- A:Answer Yes just remember to properly format
Answered by Nickm
Q: Questionwill this work for HP Pavilion Note Book 15-ab262nr
Asked by KYCat.
- A:Answer Hi KYCat, Please know that WD Blue SSD comes with SATA III 6 Gb/s interface. It is available in 2.5 Inch as well as M.2 2280 both form factors. Please check with the laptop vendor whether WD Blue SSD will fit and support the laptop. WD Blue SSD: https://support-en.wd.com/app/products/product-detail/p/276 Need Help? Please see our "'Contact Us" page for information.
Answered by Western Digital Team
Q: QuestionIs it compatible with iMac Mid 2007 24”. 7.1
Asked by Anonymous.
- A:Answer Yes
Answered by Nickm
Q: QuestionIs this MLC or at least TLC nand flash memory?
Asked by Tony.
- A:Answer This is TLC.
Answered by RayNYC