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WD Caviar Blue Specifications1 Model number Interface Formatted capacity User sectors per drive LBA support SATA latching connector Actuator latch/auto park Form factor RoHS compliant2 Performance Data transfer rate (max) Buffer to host Host to/from drive (sustained) Cache (MB) Rotational speed (RPM) Reliability/Data Integrity Load/unload cycles4 Non-recoverable read errors... mode Physical Dimensions Height (in./mm, max) Length (in./mm, max) Width (in./mm, ± .01 in.) Weight (lb./kg, ± 10%) 1 TB WD10EALS SATA 3 Gb/s 1,000,204 MB 1,953,525,169 Yes Yes Yes 3.5-inch Yes...
WD Caviar Blue Specifications1 Model number Interface Formatted capacity User sectors per drive LBA support SATA latching connector Actuator latch/auto park Form factor RoHS compliant2 Performance Data transfer rate (max) Buffer to host Host to/from drive (sustained) Cache (MB) Rotational speed (RPM) Reliability/Data Integrity Load/unload cycles4 Non-recoverable read errors... mode Physical Dimensions Height (in./mm, max) Length (in./mm, max) Width (in./mm, ± .01 in.) Weight (lb./kg, ± 10%) 1 TB WD10EALS SATA 3 Gb/s 1,000,204 MB 1,953,525,169 Yes Yes Yes 3.5-inch Yes...
Product Specifications
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WD Caviar Blue Specifications1 Model number Interface Formatted capacity User sectors per drive LBA support SATA latching connector Actuator latch/auto park Form factor RoHS compliant2 Performance Data transfer rate (max) Buffer to host Host to/from drive (sustained) Cache (MB) Rotational speed (RPM) Reliability/...mm, ± .01 in.) Weight (lb./kg, ± 10%) 250 GB WD2500AAKS WD2500AAJS SATA 3 Gb/s 250,059 MB 488,397,168 Yes Yes Yes 3.5-inch Yes 250 GB WD2500AAJB PATA 100 MB/s 250,059 MB 488,397,168 Yes No Yes 3.5-inch Yes 3 Gb/s 126 MB/s 16 (WD2500AAKS) 8 (WD2500AAJS) 7200 100 MB/s3 126...
WD Caviar Blue Specifications1 Model number Interface Formatted capacity User sectors per drive LBA support SATA latching connector Actuator latch/auto park Form factor RoHS compliant2 Performance Data transfer rate (max) Buffer to host Host to/from drive (sustained) Cache (MB) Rotational speed (RPM) Reliability/...mm, ± .01 in.) Weight (lb./kg, ± 10%) 250 GB WD2500AAKS WD2500AAJS SATA 3 Gb/s 250,059 MB 488,397,168 Yes Yes Yes 3.5-inch Yes 250 GB WD2500AAJB PATA 100 MB/s 250,059 MB 488,397,168 Yes No Yes 3.5-inch Yes 3 Gb/s 126 MB/s 16 (WD2500AAKS) 8 (WD2500AAJS) 7200 100 MB/s3 126...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... of your system manual for drives >137 GB) Windows Me and Windows 98SE (may vary depending on using an anti-static wrist strap. 4. Hard drives can purchase an Ultra ATA/100 PCI controller card at the WD Online store at support.wdc.com. computer system manual; ...wdc.com. standard 40-pin, 80-conductor cable; Power off the computer and unplug the power cord. 6. Compatibility Windows® XP (SP 1 or higher needed for drives >137 GB) Windows 2000 (SP 3 or higher needed for instructions). -1- Remove the system cover (refer to your hard drive greater than 137 GB hard drive...
... of your system manual for drives >137 GB) Windows Me and Windows 98SE (may vary depending on using an anti-static wrist strap. 4. Hard drives can purchase an Ultra ATA/100 PCI controller card at the WD Online store at support.wdc.com. computer system manual; ...wdc.com. standard 40-pin, 80-conductor cable; Power off the computer and unplug the power cord. 6. Compatibility Windows® XP (SP 1 or higher needed for drives >137 GB) Windows 2000 (SP 3 or higher needed for instructions). -1- Remove the system cover (refer to your hard drive greater than 137 GB hard drive...
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... article 24342 at support.wdc.com. This concludes the hard drive installation process. You can install two IDE/ATA hard drives on Power Macs G3/G4, refer to CD, boot from your installation, WD provides a set up your new hard drive by Macintosh's built-in IDE/ATA controller. To install a drive greater than 137 GB, you must use the...
... article 24342 at support.wdc.com. This concludes the hard drive installation process. You can install two IDE/ATA hard drives on Power Macs G3/G4, refer to CD, boot from your installation, WD provides a set up your new hard drive by Macintosh's built-in IDE/ATA controller. To install a drive greater than 137 GB, you must use the...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... the latest version of Data Lifeguard Tools software, drives larger than 32 GB. Follow the setup instructions for possible solutions or visit our website at support.wdc.com. upgrade to access full hard drive capacity. Follow these instructions only if your hard drive will allow proper functionality. 32 GB Barrier Some BIOSs released before contacting WD Technical Support...
... the latest version of Data Lifeguard Tools software, drives larger than 32 GB. Follow the setup instructions for possible solutions or visit our website at support.wdc.com. upgrade to access full hard drive capacity. Follow these instructions only if your hard drive will allow proper functionality. 32 GB Barrier Some BIOSs released before contacting WD Technical Support...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... C22.2, No. 950-M89, Standard for digital apparatus set out in individual installations. Underwriters Laboratories (UL) UL-Standard 1950, Standard for any television, radio, or other interference caused by registering your hard drive online at support.wdc.com. Online Product Registration Take advantage of ... B of the following topics: • Agency Approvals • Radio Frequency Interference Statement • Warranty Information Agency Approvals WD hard drives meet the standards of FCC rules. CSA Notice Le prent appareil numérique n'émet pas de bruits radioélectriques...
... C22.2, No. 950-M89, Standard for digital apparatus set out in individual installations. Underwriters Laboratories (UL) UL-Standard 1950, Standard for any television, radio, or other interference caused by registering your hard drive online at support.wdc.com. Online Product Registration Take advantage of ... B of the following topics: • Agency Approvals • Radio Frequency Interference Statement • Warranty Information Agency Approvals WD hard drives meet the standards of FCC rules. CSA Notice Le prent appareil numérique n'émet pas de bruits radioélectriques...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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...Inquiry For further warranty information and inquiries, visit our product support website at support.wdc.com. Other marks may be returned directly to WD without notice. © 2006 Western Digital Technologies, Inc. cannot reasonably be mentioned herein that , subject to the following limitations...eligible for warranty information or obtaining service. For further details, visit our product support website at support.wdc.com. Authorized returns are trademarks of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. Limitation of Damages WD's entire liability for any defect or by WD. Extended ...
...Inquiry For further warranty information and inquiries, visit our product support website at support.wdc.com. Other marks may be returned directly to WD without notice. © 2006 Western Digital Technologies, Inc. cannot reasonably be mentioned herein that , subject to the following limitations...eligible for warranty information or obtaining service. For further details, visit our product support website at support.wdc.com. Authorized returns are trademarks of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. Limitation of Damages WD's entire liability for any defect or by WD. Extended ...
User Manual (pdf)
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...system or utilities documentation for instructions). Open Your Computer IMPORTANT: Before handling the hard drive or any hardware installation, protect your data by registering your new Western Digital hard drive. Remove the computer system outside cover (if necessary, refer to your computer...any other components, discharge static electricity by touching the metal chassis of Western Digital special offers and product updates by backing up your existing hard drive before installing your new hard drive online at https://www.wdc.com/products/registration. Power off the computer. 2.
...system or utilities documentation for instructions). Open Your Computer IMPORTANT: Before handling the hard drive or any hardware installation, protect your data by registering your new Western Digital hard drive. Remove the computer system outside cover (if necessary, refer to your computer...any other components, discharge static electricity by touching the metal chassis of Western Digital special offers and product updates by backing up your existing hard drive before installing your new hard drive online at https://www.wdc.com/products/registration. Power off the computer. 2.
User Manual (pdf)
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...wdc.com/download. View Installation Tutorial - Configure jumper settings and other technical information regarding your CD-ROM drive. DATA LIFEGUARD TOOLS V11.0 - 9 WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE 3 Data Lifeguard Tools v11.0 Western Digital provides Data Lifeguard Tools to -Drive Copy Utility - Set Up Your Hard Drive...following these instructions: 1. Register Online - overcome the 137 GB, 32 GB, or 8.4 GB system BIOS limitations. ! b) If using the DOS version, restart the computer and boot from one drive to use either the Windows or DOS version of Data ...
...wdc.com/download. View Installation Tutorial - Configure jumper settings and other technical information regarding your CD-ROM drive. DATA LIFEGUARD TOOLS V11.0 - 9 WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE 3 Data Lifeguard Tools v11.0 Western Digital provides Data Lifeguard Tools to -Drive Copy Utility - Set Up Your Hard Drive...following these instructions: 1. Register Online - overcome the 137 GB, 32 GB, or 8.4 GB system BIOS limitations. ! b) If using the DOS version, restart the computer and boot from one drive to use either the Windows or DOS version of Data ...
User Manual (pdf)
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...manufacturer for the full capacity of drives larger than 137 GB: ! Insert the Data Lifeguard Tools CD into your local computer retailer. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE Install a Drive Larger than 137 GB To access the full capacity of a drive larger than 137 GB. Make sure that your system ... and installation instructions. Windows 2000, SP3 or higher 2. Select Run Data Lifeguard Installation Software from Microsoft at store.wdc.com or your CD-ROM drive. Data Lifeguard will result in data loss. b) If using the DOS version, restart the computer and boot from...
...manufacturer for the full capacity of drives larger than 137 GB: ! Insert the Data Lifeguard Tools CD into your local computer retailer. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE Install a Drive Larger than 137 GB To access the full capacity of a drive larger than 137 GB. Make sure that your system ... and installation instructions. Windows 2000, SP3 or higher 2. Select Run Data Lifeguard Installation Software from Microsoft at store.wdc.com or your CD-ROM drive. Data Lifeguard will result in data loss. b) If using the DOS version, restart the computer and boot from...
User Manual (pdf)
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... functions. Windows XP ! It is an 8.4 GB hard drive limitation on some traditional system BIOSs. Windows 2000 ! Visit our product support Web site at support.wdc.com for a BIOS Flash or more information. To access the full capacity of your system BIOS or purchase a controller card. To run Data Lifeguard Tools: - WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE 2.
... functions. Windows XP ! It is an 8.4 GB hard drive limitation on some traditional system BIOSs. Windows 2000 ! Visit our product support Web site at support.wdc.com for a BIOS Flash or more information. To access the full capacity of your system BIOS or purchase a controller card. To run Data Lifeguard Tools: - WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE 2.
User Manual (pdf)
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...normal. If you have one of frequently asked questions, visit our product support Web site at support.wdc.com. Select User or User defined drive type and enter 1023 cylinders, 16 heads, and 63 sectors for them. 5. This is wrong? ... differently, but the system BIOS cannot recognize the hard drive. Once the above settings simply tricks your computer BIOS which disables Translation. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE Frequently Asked Questions This section contains answers to common hard drive installation questions by disabling LBA or choosing Normal or...
...normal. If you have one of frequently asked questions, visit our product support Web site at support.wdc.com. Select User or User defined drive type and enter 1023 cylinders, 16 heads, and 63 sectors for them. 5. This is wrong? ... differently, but the system BIOS cannot recognize the hard drive. Once the above settings simply tricks your computer BIOS which disables Translation. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE Frequently Asked Questions This section contains answers to common hard drive installation questions by disabling LBA or choosing Normal or...
User Manual (pdf)
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... hard drive, your hard drive's capacity. In this resolves the issue. Purchase an Ultra ATA controller card. Western Digital's Online Store at support.wdc.com to support its own BIOS to see the drive's full capacity. Microsoft Windows 98SE has a limitation that allow you are some form of the hard drive or something significantly less than 64 GB. For example, a Western Digital 200 GB hard drive...
... hard drive, your hard drive's capacity. In this resolves the issue. Purchase an Ultra ATA controller card. Western Digital's Online Store at support.wdc.com to support its own BIOS to see the drive's full capacity. Microsoft Windows 98SE has a limitation that allow you are some form of the hard drive or something significantly less than 64 GB. For example, a Western Digital 200 GB hard drive...
User Manual (pdf)
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You may also call the phone numbers listed below. When calling for support, have your Western Digital hard drive serial number, system hardware, and software versions available. Thursday Friday Saturday USA/Canada/Outside USA (Central Time) 800.ASK...am - 12:00 noon 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm TROUBLESHOOTING - 28 Telephone Numbers Monday - mail to Western Digital Technical Support using the online form. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE Western Digital Service and Support If you need additional information or help during installation or normal use of this product, visit our...
You may also call the phone numbers listed below. When calling for support, have your Western Digital hard drive serial number, system hardware, and software versions available. Thursday Friday Saturday USA/Canada/Outside USA (Central Time) 800.ASK...am - 12:00 noon 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm TROUBLESHOOTING - 28 Telephone Numbers Monday - mail to Western Digital Technical Support using the online form. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE Western Digital Service and Support If you need additional information or help during installation or normal use of this product, visit our...
User Manual (pdf)
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... (Product) was purchased from the date of manufacture appearing on approved shipping containers, visit our product support Web site at support.wdc.com. APPENDIX - 30 Authorized returns are to be returned to an authorized return center in an approved shipping container. For information...by WD. IMPORTANT: If your business and always strives to WD without first contacting WD for warranty information or obtaining service. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE CSA Notice Le prent appareil numérique n'émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les...
... (Product) was purchased from the date of manufacture appearing on approved shipping containers, visit our product support Web site at support.wdc.com. APPENDIX - 30 Authorized returns are to be returned to an authorized return center in an approved shipping container. For information...by WD. IMPORTANT: If your business and always strives to WD without first contacting WD for warranty information or obtaining service. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE CSA Notice Le prent appareil numérique n'émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les...
User Manual (pdf)
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... implied, regarding the Products, including any implied warranties of a repaired or replaced Product, whichever is not present, B. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE Other Warranty Limitations For further important information on limitations on WD's warranty, see below or visit our product support... Web site at support.wdc.com and click on Warranty Policy. cannot reasonably be manufactured from a defect in ...
... implied, regarding the Products, including any implied warranties of a repaired or replaced Product, whichever is not present, B. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE Other Warranty Limitations For further important information on limitations on WD's warranty, see below or visit our product support... Web site at support.wdc.com and click on Warranty Policy. cannot reasonably be manufactured from a defect in ...
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... on Warranty Policy. For further details, visit our product support Web site at support.wdc.com and click on Warranty Policy. Extended Warranty Certain WD products may be eligible for purchase of the Product. APPENDIX - 32 WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE In the United States, some states do not allow exclusion or limitation...
... on Warranty Policy. For further details, visit our product support Web site at support.wdc.com and click on Warranty Policy. Extended Warranty Certain WD products may be eligible for purchase of the Product. APPENDIX - 32 WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE In the United States, some states do not allow exclusion or limitation...