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Question posted by Philippe on September 13th, 2010

Is It Possible To Run Wdc Wd600bb-00aa1 On A Dell Computer Optiplex Gx60

The dell computer Optiplex GX60 have a A09 bios version thanks'

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Answer #1: Posted by oriolesmagic on September 13th, 2010 7:58 AM

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Yes, you shouldn't have a problem running the WD600BB hard drive on the Dell Optiplex GX60. The hard drive is IDE and the Optiplex has an IDE controller. The hard drive is a PATA drive and the Dell accepts these connections.

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Product Specifications - Page 2

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) ..../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 - Page 3

...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...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...

Quick Install Guide (pdf) - Page 2

... website at support.wdc.com. EN Windows XP (Service Pack 1 or higher) and 2000 (Service Pack 3 or higher) If you run the Data Lifeguard Tools Installation Tutorial, carefully following precautions: • This product contains no user-serviceable parts; only) or your larger than 137 GB. Contact your hard drive greater than 137 GB hard drive without a controller card...

Quick Install Guide (pdf) - Page 4

...Macintosh Systems You can install your new WD hard drive according to connecting the hard drive. Autorun the CD to Apple support article 24342 at support.wdc.com. At the end of the jumper ...hard drive in that came with a U-shaped mounting bracket installed in the rear drive bay is larger than 137 GB, you will need to use the Windows version (Figure 5) or boot your new hard drive...

Quick Install Guide (pdf) - Page 5

... new hard drive, try an alternate jumper setting to resolve this issue. For further information regarding operating system and BIOS limitations, visit our website at support.wdc.com or visit Microsoft® at support.wdc.com for a complete list of partitions or logical drives larger than 64 GB incorrectly Q263045 Windows 98 (all versions) greater than 137 GB can...

Quick Install Guide (pdf) - Page 6

...Standard for any television, radio, or other interference caused by registering your hard drive online at support.wdc.com. CSA Notice Le prent appareil numérique n'émet pas... • 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...

Quick Install Guide (pdf) - Page 7

..., visit product support website at your Product was not sold to provide you at support.wdc.com. No Consequential or Other Damages WD has no event exceed the purchase price for ...purchase. For information on approved shipping containers, visit our product support website at support.wdc.com and click on Warranty Policy. cannot reasonably be obtained from an authorized distributor ...

User Manual (pdf) - Page 5

... purchasing a Western Digital Enhanced IDE (EIDE) hard drive. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE 1 Before Getting Started Thank you for hard drives greater than 137 GB Macintosh ! IDE interface cable (40-pin,...of your new hard drive as quick and easy as possible. Mac G4 or greater (may require an Ultra ATA controller card with support for drives greater than 137 GB: PC !...

User Manual (pdf) - Page 7

... any other components, discharge static electricity by registering your new hard drive online at https://www.wdc.com/products/registration. Power off the computer. 2. Open Your Computer IMPORTANT: Before handling the hard drive or any hardware installation, protect your data by backing up your existing hard drive before installing your computer or by wearing a grounding strap. 1. Refer...

User Manual (pdf) - Page 8

...Single configuration. Western Digital EIDE Hard Drive Cable Select Configuration Cable Select requires a special cable (included in the Windows version of Data Lifeguard Tools prior to...HARD DRIVE - 4 For instructions, see page 10. If your custom installation instructions based on the hard drive. If your system does not support Cable Select or if you run the Installation Tutorial in your drive...

User Manual (pdf) - Page 13

... is also available at support.wdc.com/download. Partition and format an installed hard drive; set a specific hard drive size. ! a) If using the Windows version, the CD autoruns on your system cannot boot from the CD. Follow the directions as prompted. overcome the 137 GB, 32 GB, or 8.4 GB system BIOS limitations. ! WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE 3 Data Lifeguard...

User Manual (pdf) - Page 14

If you are using the Windows version, the CD autoruns on your hard drive is printed on the label located on whether you run the Windows or DOS version. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE View Installation Tutorial This section allows you to create and print your model number or the desired hard drive configuration, depending on the top...

User Manual (pdf) - Page 15

... Up Your Hard Drive from the CD. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE Set Up Your Hard Drive This section contains instructions for all of available options. a) If using the Windows version, the CD autoruns on installing hard drives larger than 137 GB, see page 17. The main menu below appears after Data Lifeguard Tools has loaded. Select Run Data...

User Manual (pdf) - Page 18

... several moments to format or partition as the new boot drive and click Next. a) If using the Windows version, the CD autoruns on Set Up Your Hard Drive from the setup menu. 3. Select Run Data Lifeguard Installation Software from the list of your CD-ROM drive. The main menu appears after Data Lifeguard has loaded. DATA...

User Manual (pdf) - Page 21

... Me and 98SE Recommended Solution: If your hard drive greater than 137 GB: ! Windows XP, SP1 or higher ! Data Lifeguard will result in data loss. Select Run Data Lifeguard Installation Software from the CD. Insert the Data Lifeguard Tools CD into your operating system. a) If using the Windows version, the CD autoruns on a system that...

User Manual (pdf) - Page 27

...support Web site at support.wdc.com for a BIOS Flash or more information. The following operating systems recognize extended BIOS functions. ! Windows 98SE (Second Edition) TROUBLESHOOTING - 23 Other options are to access the full capacity of 8.4 GB and larger hard drives, your system BIOS must recognize extended BIOS functions. Windows XP ! To run Data Lifeguard Tools: - To access...

User Manual (pdf) - Page 30

... Translation. If you how to the power supply with the hard drive connected. The full capacity of frequently asked questions, visit our product support Web site at support.wdc.com. When you have the latest BIOS update installed for our complete list of the hard drive will have one of the boot process, telling you have...

User Manual (pdf) - Page 31

... Digital 200 GB hard drive's capacity will be needed to obtain an RMA (Return Material Authorization). Make sure you to partition and format the drive, no difference, the drive has most likely experienced some possible solutions: 1. TROUBLESHOOTING - 27 The drive has failed and needs to support its own BIOS to our product support Web site at store.wdc.com...

User Manual (pdf) - Page 32

When calling for support, have your Western Digital hard drive serial number, system hardware, and software versions available. Telephone Numbers Monday - mail to ...pm 9:30 am - 12:00 noon 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm TROUBLESHOOTING - 28 WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE Western Digital Service and Support If you need additional information or help during installation or normal use ...

User Manual (pdf) - Page 34

... Contact the place of Communications. An unauthorized return, i.e. APPENDIX - 30 WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE CSA Notice Le prent appareil numérique n'émet pas de bruits radio... Products to the following limitations, each Product will conform to provide you at support.wdc.com. one for storing or shipping your WD Product (Product) was first shipped by...