9,0/10 ()
why use regular disks???
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Daniel Coppejans
20 August 2020
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WD Red SA500 SATA SSD 2.5 inches 500GB
Choose your solid state drive (SSD):
500 GB
Product information
Pros and cons
According to our solid state drive (SSD) expert
- This 2.5-inch SSD is suitable for 24/7 use in NAS systems.
- You get a 5-year warranty from Western Digital with this SSD.
- 3D NAND technology is energy-efficient, so the energy costs will be lower than with a 2D NAND SSD.
- You need a mounting bracket to build this 2.5-inch SSD into your 3.5-inch NAS slot.
Description
Note: this 2.5-inch SSD has a SATA interface and only works if your system supports SATA. Check this in the manual of your laptop or motherboard.
Improve the performance and response time of your NAS with the WD Red SA500 SATA SSD 2.5-inch SSD 500GB. The WD Red has a write speed of 530MB/s and a read speed of 560MB/s. You can store up to 50,000 photos or 15 hours of 4K footage on the 500GB storage space. This SSD is specially designed for 24/7 use in a NAS system that's always on. Thanks to the 3D NAND technology, the energy consumption is lower compared to 2D NAND. This way, you save on the energy costs of your NAS. Efficient caching of large files makes this drive suitable for demanding applications like OLTP databases, environments with multiple users, and rendering footage.
Included by default
- Manual
Key specs
Total storage capacity | 500 GB | |
Type of SSD | 2.5-inch SATA | |
Maximum read speed | 560 MB/s | |
Maximum write speed | 530 MB/s | |
Terabytes Written | 350 TB | |
With heatsink |
Suitable accessories
Reviews
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Most helpful reviews
- 10/10 ()
Good upgrade for an old laptop.
- very easy to install
- nice speed
- good upgrade for old laptop
Read full reviewWillem
6 January 2021
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- 10/10 ()
Reliable SSD at a good price
- Good performance
- Value for money
Read full reviewJorin
22 August 2020
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- 9,0/10 ()
Hard disk, no sound.
Read full reviewBert Bos
22 March 2021
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- 9,5/10 ()
Recommended for a small home NAS
- Very quiet
- Fast
- Easy to install
Read full reviewKees
23 December 2023
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- 10/10 ()
Reliable and fast
- Fast SSD both read and write
- Energy efficient
Read full reviewErwin
13 June 2024
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- 10/10 ()
Nice storage SSD for a nice price.
- Easy to install
- Very quiet
- Small
Read full reviewZoon
11 May 2021
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- 10/10 ()
I am very satisfied with this SSD, excellent value for money
- Good and reliable brand
- Stable version of the hard disk (intended for NAS solutions)
- Excellent read and write speeds for a SATA SSD
Read full reviewH.F. Koets
3 November 2020
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- 9,0/10 ()
Good product! Nothing to note
- Small and flat
- Plug and play
- Not
Read full reviewBrenda
11 July 2023
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- 10/10 ()
Excellent after-sales service.
- fast delivery
- excellent material
Read full reviewXB
7 March 2024
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9,0/10 ()
why use regular disks???
First clone old disk with Acronis, swap and it was gone.
Daniel Coppejans
20 August 2020
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10/10 ()
Good upgrade for an old laptop.
- very easy to install
- nice speed
- good upgrade for old laptop
from an HDD to SSD is a wonderful progress. More space, speed and my old laptop is running great again.
Willem
6 January 2021
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10/10 ()
Reliable SSD at a good price
- Good performance
- Value for money
A good SSD from a, in my opinion, reliable brand. It is now installed in my NAS and I am very happy with it!
Jorin
22 August 2020
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Insure your solid state drive (SSD)
Coolblue takes care of everything, from taking out an insurance to repairs
Isn't repairing possible? You'll receive the replacement value in CoolblueCredit
30-day return window
How do I insure my solid state drive (SSD)?
You can select one of the Backup Plans below in your shopping cart. It will protect your brand new solid state drive (SSD) against damage and/or theft.
3-year Backup Plan
15,99one-time5-year Backup Plan
25,99one-time
Specifications
Product
Product number | 860865 | |
Manufacturer code | WDS500G1R0A | |
Brand | Western Digital | |
Warranty | 3 years | |
Processing of your defect | Via Coolblue | |
Old product returned for free |
Storage properties
Total storage capacity | 500 GB | |
Type of SSD | 2.5-inch SATA | |
SSD-controller | Marvell | |
Memory type (SSD) | 3D NAND |
Connection and compatibility
Compatible with product type | NAS | |
With heatsink |
General properties
Depth | 0,7 cm |
Height | 10 cm |
Width | 1 cm |
Color | Black, Red |
Speed and performance
Speed class 2.5-inch SSD | Mid-range | |
Cache memory | 0 MB | |
Terabytes Written | 350 TB | |
Maximum read speed | 560 MB/s | |
Maximum write speed | 530 MB/s | |
Output operations per second (IOPS) | 95000 | |
Input operations per second (IOPS) | 82000 | |
Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) | 2000000 hours |
Power usage
Energy-efficient | ||
Durability class | High-end |
