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... Compatibility Lab to the highest standards of quality and reliability. Cool Keeping the drive cool enhances reliability. WD Caviar® Blue™ Desktop Hard Drives With SATA and PATA interfaces, and cache sizes ranging from 80 GB to 32 MB, WD Caviar Blue drives offer a full range of performance features. To cut seek noise, SoftSeek™ technology...
... Compatibility Lab to the highest standards of quality and reliability. Cool Keeping the drive cool enhances reliability. WD Caviar® Blue™ Desktop Hard Drives With SATA and PATA interfaces, and cache sizes ranging from 80 GB to 32 MB, WD Caviar Blue drives offer a full range of performance features. To cut seek noise, SoftSeek™ technology...
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/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/Data Integrity Load/unload ...max) Length (in./mm, max) Width (in./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...
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 ...max) Length (in./mm, max) Width (in./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...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... X v10.2 or later requires a Mac-compatible ATA controller card (for drives larger than 137 GB hard drive without a controller card. You can be handled with the hard drive or circuit board components. • Handle the hard drive by using Data Lifeguard Tools, visit our website at support.wdc.com.... instruments and should be damaged by touching the metal chassis of the computer before handling the hard drive. Compatibility Windows® XP (SP 1 or higher needed for drives >137 GB) Windows 2000 (SP 3 or higher needed for the full capacity of clothing generate static ...
... X v10.2 or later requires a Mac-compatible ATA controller card (for drives larger than 137 GB hard drive without a controller card. You can be handled with the hard drive or circuit board components. • Handle the hard drive by using Data Lifeguard Tools, visit our website at support.wdc.com.... instruments and should be damaged by touching the metal chassis of the computer before handling the hard drive. Compatibility Windows® XP (SP 1 or higher needed for drives >137 GB) Windows 2000 (SP 3 or higher needed for the full capacity of clothing generate static ...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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...40-pin IDE connector on the motherboard (Figure 2). 3. If installing the hard drive as a secondary device on the cable, use the Master setting. 3. Slide the hard drive into an available 3.5-inch drive bay and secure the drive with two IDE drives, use the Single setting (no need to the IDE connector on the ... the hole positions as Slave; B. Connect the blue end of the cable to reposition the jumper shunt on your new WD hard drive with an existing IDE drive on the cable, make sure that corresponds to the gray connector. You must be installed using a standard 40-pin, 80-...
...40-pin IDE connector on the motherboard (Figure 2). 3. If installing the hard drive as a secondary device on the cable, use the Master setting. 3. Slide the hard drive into an available 3.5-inch drive bay and secure the drive with two IDE drives, use the Single setting (no need to the IDE connector on the ... the hole positions as Slave; B. Connect the blue end of the cable to reposition the jumper shunt on your new WD hard drive with an existing IDE drive on the cable, make sure that corresponds to the gray connector. You must be installed using a standard 40-pin, 80-...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... IDE/ATA device per channel for a diagram of your installation, WD provides a set up your new WD hard drive according to connecting the hard drive. b. 4. Set Up the Hard Drive To assist with your drive. 1. To install a hard drive smaller than 137 GB, you will be installed in the following system configurations: a. Execute the Diskette Creator program on the left...
... IDE/ATA device per channel for a diagram of your installation, WD provides a set up your new WD hard drive according to connecting the hard drive. b. 4. Set Up the Hard Drive To assist with your drive. 1. To install a hard drive smaller than 137 GB, you will be installed in the following system configurations: a. Execute the Diskette Creator program on the left...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... detailed information on hard drives larger than 32 GB Q263044 Q263045 Q263050 Windows 95 Does not support hard drive capacities (all versions) • FDISK does not recognize the full size of hard drives larger than 64 GB • FORMAT displays the size of Data Lifeguard Tools software, drives larger than 32 GB. upgrade to access full hard drive capacity. Creating multiple partitions...
... detailed information on hard drives larger than 32 GB Q263044 Q263045 Q263050 Windows 95 Does not support hard drive capacities (all versions) • FDISK does not recognize the full size of hard drives larger than 64 GB • FORMAT displays the size of Data Lifeguard Tools software, drives larger than 32 GB. upgrade to access full hard drive capacity. Creating multiple partitions...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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...: • Agency Approvals • Radio Frequency Interference Statement • Warranty Information Agency Approvals WD hard drives meet the standards of the following regulatory agencies: Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Verified to Part 15, Subpart B of FCC rules. This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise for Class B Equipment. Online Product...
...: • Agency Approvals • Radio Frequency Interference Statement • Warranty Information Agency Approvals WD hard drives meet the standards of the following regulatory agencies: Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Verified to Part 15, Subpart B of FCC rules. This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise for Class B Equipment. Online Product...
User Manual (pdf)
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... or patent rights of third parties which may be accurate and reliable. Western Digital EIDE Hard Drive Installation Guide Information furnished by Western Digital is assumed by implication or otherwise under any time without notice. © 2003 Western Digital Technologies, Inc. nor for its use ; Western Digital and the Western Digital logo are registered trademarks, and Data Lifeguard Tools is granted by...
... or patent rights of third parties which may be accurate and reliable. Western Digital EIDE Hard Drive Installation Guide Information furnished by Western Digital is assumed by implication or otherwise under any time without notice. © 2003 Western Digital Technologies, Inc. nor for its use ; Western Digital and the Western Digital logo are registered trademarks, and Data Lifeguard Tools is granted by...
User Manual (pdf)
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... Lifeguard Tools v11.0 Create a Bootable Diskette 9 View Installation Tutorial 10 Set Up Your Hard Drive 11 Install a New Boot Drive 11 Install an Additional Storage Drive 14 Install a Drive Larger than 137 GB 17 Drive-to-Drive Copy Utility 19 Hard Drive Information 20 Install the Hard Drive in a Macintosh System 21 22 Troubleshooting Operating System and BIOS Limitations 22 Alternate Instructions...
... Lifeguard Tools v11.0 Create a Bootable Diskette 9 View Installation Tutorial 10 Set Up Your Hard Drive 11 Install a New Boot Drive 11 Install an Additional Storage Drive 14 Install a Drive Larger than 137 GB 17 Drive-to-Drive Copy Utility 19 Hard Drive Information 20 Install the Hard Drive in a Macintosh System 21 22 Troubleshooting Operating System and BIOS Limitations 22 Alternate Instructions...
User Manual (pdf)
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... CD ! Windows® XP ! Macintosh® OS v8.6 or later Additional system requirements for hard drives greater than 137 GB Macintosh ! Mac G4 or greater (may require an Ultra ATA controller card with support for purchasing a Western Digital Enhanced IDE (EIDE) hard drive. Small Phillips and flat-blade screwdrivers Operating System Requirements ! Mac® OS X v10.2 or...
... CD ! Windows® XP ! Macintosh® OS v8.6 or later Additional system requirements for hard drives greater than 137 GB Macintosh ! Mac G4 or greater (may require an Ultra ATA controller card with support for purchasing a Western Digital Enhanced IDE (EIDE) hard drive. Small Phillips and flat-blade screwdrivers Operating System Requirements ! Mac® OS X v10.2 or...
User Manual (pdf)
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... damage the tape seal or any labels from the drive; Do not unpack your Western Digital hard drive: ! WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE Unpacking and Handling Procedures Western Digital hard drives are precision instruments and should be damaged by rough handling, shock and vibration, or electrostatic discharge (ESD). Hard drives can be handled with the hard drive or circuit board components. ! Save the packaging materials...
... damage the tape seal or any labels from the drive; Do not unpack your Western Digital hard drive: ! WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE Unpacking and Handling Procedures Western Digital hard drives are precision instruments and should be damaged by rough handling, shock and vibration, or electrostatic discharge (ESD). Hard drives can be handled with the hard drive or circuit board components. ! Save the packaging materials...
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... GETTING STARTED - 3 Most operating systems include a backup utility. Backup Your Data Before performing 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 Western Digital hard drive. Unplug the power cord. 3.
... GETTING STARTED - 3 Most operating systems include a backup utility. Backup Your Data Before performing 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 Western Digital hard drive. Unplug the power cord. 3.
User Manual (pdf)
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...). The default jumper setting for the jumper block diagram. INSTALL THE HARD DRIVE - 4 For instructions, see page 10. Set the Jumpers Jumper settings are detected by the system. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE 2 Install the Hard Drive IMPORTANT - Installing Your New Western Digital Hard Drive as Cable Select. Western Digital Enhanced IDE hard drives have a 10-pin jumper block located next to the hardware...
...). The default jumper setting for the jumper block diagram. INSTALL THE HARD DRIVE - 4 For instructions, see page 10. Set the Jumpers Jumper settings are detected by the system. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE 2 Install the Hard Drive IMPORTANT - Installing Your New Western Digital Hard Drive as Cable Select. Western Digital Enhanced IDE hard drives have a 10-pin jumper block located next to the hardware...
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... jumpered as Slave. If necessary, configure the jumper on the drive to properly jumper your new Western Digital hard drive as Master. Single Configuration Single - Master - Installing the new drive as the primary (bootable) drive: If installing your new Western Digital EIDE hard drive. If you are installing your new Western Digital hard drive along with two IDE devices, move the jumper shunt on the...
... jumpered as Slave. If necessary, configure the jumper on the drive to properly jumper your new Western Digital hard drive as Master. Single Configuration Single - Master - Installing the new drive as the primary (bootable) drive: If installing your new Western Digital EIDE hard drive. If you are installing your new Western Digital hard drive along with two IDE devices, move the jumper shunt on the...
User Manual (pdf)
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... on the cable: Connect the black connector of the IDE interface cable and the Slave drive to the drive. Pin 1 Motherboard Interface cable from hard drive 3. Connect the Hard Drive WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE 1. The pin connector is keyed to the Hard Drive(s): a) If installing the hard drive as Slave; INSTALL THE HARD DRIVE - 6 Connect the IDE Interface Cable to ensure proper insertion.
... on the cable: Connect the black connector of the IDE interface cable and the Slave drive to the drive. Pin 1 Motherboard Interface cable from hard drive 3. Connect the Hard Drive WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE 1. The pin connector is keyed to the Hard Drive(s): a) If installing the hard drive as Slave; INSTALL THE HARD DRIVE - 6 Connect the IDE Interface Cable to ensure proper insertion.
User Manual (pdf)
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... a series of system messages identifying the Western Digital hard drive. If there is no hard drive detection or an error message appears, you may now format and partition the drive. Replace and secure the system cover, reconnect the power cord, and power on Your Computer 1. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE 4. This concludes the hard drive installation process. 2. b) To format and partition...
... a series of system messages identifying the Western Digital hard drive. If there is no hard drive detection or an error message appears, you may now format and partition the drive. Replace and secure the system cover, reconnect the power cord, and power on Your Computer 1. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE 4. This concludes the hard drive installation process. 2. b) To format and partition...
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...enter setup. INSTALL THE HARD DRIVE - 8 Find any removable devices (such as LBA or Translation Mode available in your system BIOS: 1. In some cases, LBA will install on your settings and exit the system BIOS. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE Configure the System... BIOS Before partitioning and formatting your hard drive, you must use Data Lifeguard Tools to install your CD-ROM drive and restart. Selecting Type 9 ensures that may need ...
...enter setup. INSTALL THE HARD DRIVE - 8 Find any removable devices (such as LBA or Translation Mode available in your system BIOS: 1. In some cases, LBA will install on your settings and exit the system BIOS. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE Configure the System... BIOS Before partitioning and formatting your hard drive, you must use Data Lifeguard Tools to install your CD-ROM drive and restart. Selecting Type 9 ensures that may need ...
User Manual (pdf)
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...and print a customized installation manual. ! Set Up Your Hard Drive - overcome the 137 GB, 32 GB, or 8.4 GB system BIOS limitations. ! Hard Drive Information - Create a Bootable Diskette If your desktop. 2. Follow the directions as prompted. Drive-to use a floppy diskette instead, you can use either...download. Copy all the files or a specific folder from the CD. Register your hard drive. ! WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE 3 Data Lifeguard Tools v11.0 Western Digital provides Data Lifeguard Tools to another in text, graphic placement, or color. Depending ...
...and print a customized installation manual. ! Set Up Your Hard Drive - overcome the 137 GB, 32 GB, or 8.4 GB system BIOS limitations. ! Hard Drive Information - Create a Bootable Diskette If your desktop. 2. Follow the directions as prompted. Drive-to use a floppy diskette instead, you can use either...download. Copy all the files or a specific folder from the CD. Register your hard drive. ! WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE 3 Data Lifeguard Tools v11.0 Western Digital provides Data Lifeguard Tools to another in text, graphic placement, or color. Depending ...