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Quiet The technology that our drives will allow. 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 protecting that data with the confidence in our FIT Lab™ and Mobile Compatibility Lab to levels near the threshold...
Quiet The technology that our drives will allow. 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 protecting that data with the confidence in our FIT Lab™ and Mobile Compatibility Lab to levels near the threshold...
Product Specifications
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... 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 per bits read Limited warranty (years)5 Power Management 12VDC (A, ... 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...
... 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 per bits read Limited warranty (years)5 Power Management 12VDC (A, ... 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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... 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 per bits read Limited warranty (years)5 Power Management ...in./mm, 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...
... 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 per bits read Limited warranty (years)5 Power Management ...in./mm, 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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... Me and Windows 98SE (may vary depending on user's hardware configuration and operating system. Remove the system cover (refer to your system manual for drives larger than 137 GB hard drive without a controller card. Power off the computer and unplug the power cord. 6. only) or your system BIOS supports the card and that your...
... Me and Windows 98SE (may vary depending on user's hardware configuration and operating system. Remove the system cover (refer to your system manual for drives larger than 137 GB hard drive without a controller card. Power off the computer and unplug the power cord. 6. only) or your system BIOS supports the card and that your...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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...the motherboard. Carefully follow the appropriate procedure that the other drive as Slave; A. If installing your new WD hard drive as the only device on the drive. Install the Hard Drive Important: Your new WD hard drive must use the Single or Master/Slave configuration. Connect ... jumper shunt required). 2. Note: Installation instructions will vary depending on your new WD hard drive with the four mounting screws provided (two on the hard drive. If you are installing your drive configuration. Note: Cable Select mode is also jumpered as shown (Figure 4). 5. Cable...
...the motherboard. Carefully follow the appropriate procedure that the other drive as Slave; A. If installing your new WD hard drive as the only device on the drive. Install the Hard Drive Important: Your new WD hard drive must use the Single or Master/Slave configuration. Connect ... jumper shunt required). 2. Note: Installation instructions will vary depending on your new WD hard drive with the four mounting screws provided (two on the hard drive. If you are installing your drive configuration. Note: Cable Select mode is also jumpered as shown (Figure 4). 5. Cable...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... dual IDE/ATA drives, allowing two drives to create the diskette. 3. This concludes the hard drive installation process. Click the Start button and point to create partitions during setup. 5. To install a hard drive smaller than 137 GB, you will scan and detect the newly installed hard drive. Double-click on...certain configurations) • Power Mac G3 all-in the rear drive bay is larger than 137 GB, you must use the DOS version of Data Lifeguard Tools to maximize the full capacity of your new WD hard drive according to Slave (see "Alternate Setup" below. 4. Execute...
... dual IDE/ATA drives, allowing two drives to create the diskette. 3. This concludes the hard drive installation process. Click the Start button and point to create partitions during setup. 5. To install a hard drive smaller than 137 GB, you will scan and detect the newly installed hard drive. Double-click on...certain configurations) • Power Mac G3 all-in the rear drive bay is larger than 137 GB, you must use the DOS version of Data Lifeguard Tools to maximize the full capacity of your new WD hard drive according to Slave (see "Alternate Setup" below. 4. Execute...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... or motherboard manufacturer. b. Not available Alternate Jumper Settings Some older computer systems have separate limitations that are installing is the Slave on drive partitions exceeding 137 GB. Boot from your new hard drive. For further information regarding operating system and BIOS limitations, visit our website at support.wdc.com or visit Microsoft® at...
... or motherboard manufacturer. b. Not available Alternate Jumper Settings Some older computer systems have separate limitations that are installing is the Slave on drive partitions exceeding 137 GB. Boot from your new hard drive. For further information regarding operating system and BIOS limitations, visit our website at support.wdc.com or visit Microsoft® at...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... Emission, Part 15, Subpart B, for Safety of Information Technology Equipment including Electrical Business Equipment (File LR68850). This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise for Generic Immunity as applicable. Online Product Registration Take... on the following topics: • 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 this product, visit our product support...
... Emission, Part 15, Subpart B, for Safety of Information Technology Equipment including Electrical Business Equipment (File LR68850). This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise for Generic Immunity as applicable. Online Product Registration Take... on the following topics: • 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 this product, visit our product support...
User Manual (pdf)
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... of third parties which may be accurate and reliable. Western Digital EIDE Hard Drive Installation Guide Information furnished by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Western Digital. Western Digital and the Western Digital logo are registered trademarks, and Data Lifeguard Tools is assumed by Western Digital for any infringement of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. However, no responsibility is a trademark of...
... of third parties which may be accurate and reliable. Western Digital EIDE Hard Drive Installation Guide Information furnished by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Western Digital. Western Digital and the Western Digital logo are registered trademarks, and Data Lifeguard Tools is assumed by Western Digital for any infringement of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. However, no responsibility is a trademark of...
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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... Requirements ! Windows Millennium (Me) ! 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. Windows® XP ! Mac® OS X v10.2 or later ! This installation manual provides instructional...
... Requirements ! Windows Millennium (Me) ! 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. Windows® XP ! Mac® OS X v10.2 or later ! This installation manual provides instructional...
User Manual (pdf)
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... an anti-static bag. ! Be aware of the hard drive. ! Your hard drive is required for reference. Do not stack hard drives or stand your new Western Digital hard drive. This information is packaged in anything other than the original packaging or Western Digital approved materials. ! WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE Unpacking and Handling Procedures Western Digital hard drives are on the large label at the top of...
... an anti-static bag. ! Be aware of the hard drive. ! Your hard drive is required for reference. Do not stack hard drives or stand your new Western Digital hard drive. This information is packaged in anything other than the original packaging or Western Digital approved materials. ! WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE Unpacking and Handling Procedures Western Digital hard drives are on the large label at the top of...
User Manual (pdf)
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... by wearing a grounding strap. 1. Most operating systems include a backup utility. Power off the computer. 2. Refer to your computer system manual for procedures. BEFORE GETTING STARTED - 3 WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE Register Your Drive Take advantage of your operating system or utilities documentation for instructions). Open Your Computer IMPORTANT: Before handling the...
... by wearing a grounding strap. 1. Most operating systems include a backup utility. Power off the computer. 2. Refer to your computer system manual for procedures. BEFORE GETTING STARTED - 3 WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE Register Your Drive Take advantage of your operating system or utilities documentation for instructions). Open Your Computer IMPORTANT: Before handling the...
User Manual (pdf)
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... settings for the jumper block diagram. See page 5 for your drive configuration, we recommend you run the Installation Tutorial in your new Western Digital hard drive with an existing IDE drive on the configuration you are installing your kit). WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE 2 Install the Hard Drive IMPORTANT - For instructions, see page 10. Installing Your New Western Digital Hard Drive as Cable Select.
... settings for the jumper block diagram. See page 5 for your drive configuration, we recommend you run the Installation Tutorial in your new Western Digital hard drive with an existing IDE drive on the configuration you are installing your kit). WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE 2 Install the Hard Drive IMPORTANT - For instructions, see page 10. Installing Your New Western Digital Hard Drive as Cable Select.
User Manual (pdf)
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... the jumper shunt on the drive to pins 5 and 6. Installing the new drive as the secondary drive: If installing your new Western Digital hard drive along with two IDE devices, move the jumper shunt on the other IDE device as the only drive in the system: If installing your new Western Digital EIDE hard drive. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE Standard Jumper Settings If...
... the jumper shunt on the drive to pins 5 and 6. Installing the new drive as the secondary drive: If installing your new Western Digital hard drive along with two IDE devices, move the jumper shunt on the other IDE device as the only drive in the system: If installing your new Western Digital EIDE hard drive. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE Standard Jumper Settings If...
User Manual (pdf)
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... the IDE interface cable to ensure proper insertion. INSTALL THE HARD DRIVE - 6 Match pin 1 on the cable: Connect the black connector of the IDE interface cable and the Slave drive to the drive. Connect the Hard Drive WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE 1. then connect the Master drive to the black connector of the IDE interface cable to the gray...
... the IDE interface cable to ensure proper insertion. INSTALL THE HARD DRIVE - 6 Match pin 1 on the cable: Connect the black connector of the IDE interface cable and the Slave drive to the drive. Connect the Hard Drive WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE 1. then connect the Master drive to the black connector of the IDE interface cable to the gray...
User Manual (pdf)
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..., and power on page 9. Secure the Hard Drive: Secure the Western Digital hard drive in an available 3.5-inch drive bay (typically adjacent to the floppy disk drive) using the four mounting screws provided. At startup, your system BIOS should auto-detect the hard drive with a series of system messages identifying the Western Digital hard drive. If the drive was detected, you will have to enter...
..., and power on page 9. Secure the Hard Drive: Secure the Western Digital hard drive in an available 3.5-inch drive bay (typically adjacent to the floppy disk drive) using the four mounting screws provided. At startup, your system BIOS should auto-detect the hard drive with a series of system messages identifying the Western Digital hard drive. If the drive was detected, you will have to enter...
User Manual (pdf)
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... Mode available in your system BIOS and select the CD-ROM drive as floppy disk drive), and the hard drive(s). 5. Selecting Type 9 ensures that the software will be present in your BIOS. INSTALL THE HARD DRIVE - 8 If your system BIOS does not have an older system...using. In other systems, Auto Detection is preselected. 3. 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 new hard drive, upgrade the system BIOS, or install an ATA controller ...
... Mode available in your system BIOS and select the CD-ROM drive as floppy disk drive), and the hard drive(s). 5. Selecting Type 9 ensures that the software will be present in your BIOS. INSTALL THE HARD DRIVE - 8 If your system BIOS does not have an older system...using. In other systems, Auto Detection is preselected. 3. 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 new hard drive, upgrade the system BIOS, or install an ATA controller ...
User Manual (pdf)
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...hard drive; Drive-to assist with hard drive installation, management, and diagnostics. set a specific hard drive size. ! b) If using the DOS version, restart the computer and boot from one drive to use either the Windows or DOS version of Data Lifeguard Tools. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE 3 Data Lifeguard Tools v11.0 Western Digital provides Data Lifeguard Tools to -Drive... CD into your system cannot boot from one another ; View Installation Tutorial - Follow the directions as prompted. overcome the 137 GB, 32 GB, or 8.4 GB system BIOS limitations. !
...hard drive; Drive-to assist with hard drive installation, management, and diagnostics. set a specific hard drive size. ! b) If using the DOS version, restart the computer and boot from one drive to use either the Windows or DOS version of Data Lifeguard Tools. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE 3 Data Lifeguard Tools v11.0 Western Digital provides Data Lifeguard Tools to -Drive... CD into your system cannot boot from one another ; View Installation Tutorial - Follow the directions as prompted. overcome the 137 GB, 32 GB, or 8.4 GB system BIOS limitations. !