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Western Digital 500GB WD Blue 3D NAND Internal PC SSD - SATA III 6 Gb/s, M.2 2280, Up to 560 MB/s - WDS500G2B0B

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  • 3D NAND SATA SSD for capacities up to 2TB with enhanced reliability; As used for storage capacity, 1 terabyte (TB) = 1 trillion bytes; Total accessible capacity varies depending on operating environment
  • Sequential read speeds up to 560MB/s and sequential write speeds up to 530MB/s; As used for transfer rate or interface, megabyte per second (MB/s) = 1 million bytes per second and gigabit per second (Gb/s) = 1 billion bits per second
  • An industry leading 1.75M hrs mean time to failure (MTTF) and up to 500 TBs written (TBW) for enhanced reliability; MTTF based on internal testing using Telcordia stress part testing; TBW calculated using JEDEC client workload (JESD219)
  • WD F.I.T. Lab certification for compatibility with a wide range of computers
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    From the manufacturer

    WD Blue 3D NAND SATA SSD

    Enhanced reliability

    You’re able to work longer before recharging your laptop while sequential read speeds up to 560MB/s and sequential write speeds up to 530MB/s give the speed you want for your most demanding computing applications. You can confidently upgrade your system to the WD Blue 3D NAND SATA SSD.

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    Customer Reviews
    4.8 out of 5 stars
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    4.8 out of 5 stars
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    4.8 out of 5 stars
    28,924
    Ideal For
    PC enthusiasts, creative pros Creative pros, media Gamers, hardware enthusiasts Gamers, hardware enthusiasts
    Form Factor
    SATA 2.5”/7mm & M.2 2280 M.2 2280 M.2 2280 M.2 2280
    Interface
    SATA III 6 Gb/s PCIe Gen3 8 Gb/s up to 2 lanes PCIe Gen3 8 Gb/s up to 4 lanes PCIe Gen3 8 Gb/s up to 4 lanes
    Sequential Read Speed
    up to 560 MB/s up to 2,400 MB/s up to 3,470 MB/s up to 3,470 MB/s
    Sequential Write Speed
    up to 530 MB/s up to 1,950 MB/s up to 3,000 MB/s up to 3,000 MB/s
    TBW
    up to 600TBW (4TB) up to 600TBW up to 600TBW up to 600TBW
    Highest Capacity Available
    4TB 1TB 2TB 2TB

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    Product Description

    The WD Blue 3D NAND SATA SSD utilizes 3D NAND technology for capacities up to 2TB* with enhanced reliability. Featuring an active power draw up to 25% lower** than previous generations of WD Blue SSDs, you’re able to work longer before recharging your laptop, while sequential read speeds up to 560MB/s and sequential write speeds up to 530MB/s give the speed you want for your most demanding computing applications.*** Combined with the free. you can confidently upgrade your system to the WD Blue 3D NAND SATA SSD. |*As used for storage capacity, one terabyte (TB) = one trillion bytes. Total accessible capacity varies depending on operating environment. |** Active power draws are up to 25% lower during sequential reads than previous generations of WD Blue SSD at the 500GB capacity point. |***As used for transfer rate or interface, megabyte per second (MB/s) = one million bytes per second and gigabit per second (Gb/s) = one billion bits per second.

    Customer reviews

    4.7 out of 5 stars
    4.7 out of 5
    25,696 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the quality, fit, ease of installation, performance and storage space of the computer drive. For example, they mention it's worth every penny, it fits perfectly and works well. That said, they also like the storage space, and speed. That being said, some complain that it didn't come with a screw to install it.

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    604 customers mention541 positive63 negative

    Customers like the quality of the computer drive. They say it's worth every penny, reliable, and a solid performer. Customers also mention that the brand is reliable and the SSD has held up well over the past few years. Overall, customers are satisfied with the product and recommend it as an excellent internal SSD replacement for a laptop.

    "...It's reliable, fast, and has made a world of difference in how I use my computer. Don't miss out on this fantastic upgrade!" Read more

    "...a great investment that will pay off in terms of speed, storage, and durability. So go ahead and make the switch - you won't regret it!" Read more

    "...buy if they're on a bit more of a budget, just because it's not outrageously priced, the warranty and performance is pretty good from past experience..." Read more

    "The drive is large and cheap but installation was a challenge because good instructions are not apparent and my computer is acting a bit odd post-..." Read more

    507 customers mention452 positive55 negative

    Customers like the speed of the drive. They mention it's insanely fast, has a blazing read speed of up to 560 MB/s, and that the speed difference is night and day. The drive has good value and performance ratio, and it boots into Windows instantly. Customers also say that everything they click opens instantly, and they have no problems booting.

    "...What really stands out is the blazing read speed of up to 560 MB/s, which means that loading times for applications and files have become virtually..." Read more

    "...SSD is that it uses 3D NAND technology, which allows for faster read and write speeds than traditional SSDs...." Read more

    "...This was added as a second drive external to my Mac mini and it works fast and perfectly so far. It has been just over a month...." Read more

    "Short versionPros:Has a DRAM CacheDecent performance and price for a midrange SSD5-year WarrantyCons:..." Read more

    450 customers mention364 positive86 negative

    Customers like the performance of the computer drive. They mention that it functions wonderfully, works perfectly on PC, and runs smoothly. Some say that the software works fine and that the boot up time is amazing.

    "...From the moment I installed it, I noticed a significant improvement in the overall performance of my PC...." Read more

    "I have used Samsung for other upgrades, but this WD worked very will, the Acronis download for cloning worked super good- a good replacement and..." Read more

    "...as a second drive external to my Mac mini and it works fast and perfectly so far. It has been just over a month...." Read more

    "...The boot up time is amazing, opening web browsers and programs is a breeze and the machine feels even better than when I bought it!..." Read more

    285 customers mention263 positive22 negative

    Customers find the installation of the computer drive to be easy. They mention that the software Acronis True Image WD Edition is easy to use and walks them through the process. They also say that the drive handles their favorite games with ease and that the installation process was fairly straightforward.

    "...on complex projects or enjoying my favorite games, this SSD handles it all with ease.I can't stress enough how much I love this product...." Read more

    "...First of all, installation is a breeze...." Read more

    "Very easy to use and the extra 1TB of space for my PC is very nice. Goes on discount frequently so wait until then and snag it up...." Read more

    "...Acronis is easy to use, but for those who are 2nd guessing it, I'll post some Step-By-Step Instructions...." Read more

    113 customers mention106 positive7 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the storage space provided by the hard drive. They mention that it has lots of storage space and is big enough to hold a lot of games. The extra space is awesome for the price, and it holds info well. It also boosted the speed and capacity of new laptops. It fulfills its requirement to backup, but the actual process can take from 8-25 minutes.

    "...The 2TB storage capacity is a blessing, allowing me to store a vast library of files without worrying about running out of space...." Read more

    "...It's a great investment that will pay off in terms of speed, storage, and durability. So go ahead and make the switch - you won't regret it!" Read more

    "Very easy to use and the extra 1TB of space for my PC is very nice. Goes on discount frequently so wait until then and snag it up...." Read more

    "Great high capacity option for older devices that support M.2 SATA but do not support NVME!" Read more

    48 customers mention43 positive5 negative

    Customers like the fit of the computer drive. They say it's great for keeping things small and compact, and it works like a charm. Some mention that the 2280 length fits perfectly. The installation process was fairly straight forward. Some say that it'll fit in anything and it'd be highly recommended.

    "...is seamless and efficient, while the M.2 2280 form factor keeps things compact and tidy inside my computer...." Read more

    "The drive is large and cheap but installation was a challenge because good instructions are not apparent and my computer is acting a bit odd post-..." Read more

    "...For this purpose, this drive is perfectly suited, a great step compared to the SD Card which is the standard option...." Read more

    "...It fit fine. It wasn't recognized though...." Read more

    62 customers mention4 positive58 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the screws provided with the computer drive. They mention that it didn't come with a screw to install it, making it hard to find the screw. Customers also say that the drive does not come with the hardware needed to install on motherboards, and that it's difficult to remove and strip the screws.

    "...Not bad. Not bad at all.Now what is this about not including the darn screw? I will not cut stars because of this, but, come on...." Read more

    "...Cons:1. Mounting/installation screw NOT included.2...." Read more

    "...: I stupidly installed this without realizing that the mounting screw was not preinstalled on my motherboard...." Read more

    "...This ssd did not come with a screw so beware of that!Otherwise, it met my expectations and only time will tell how long it lasts!" Read more

    27 customers mention7 positive20 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the bootability of the hard drive. They mention that their computer wouldn't boot from the old HD via USB despite BIOS changes, it struggled to boot at times, and it failed in six months. Some say that the laptop started having boot up problems after installing the drive.

    "...The computer wouldn’t boot from the old HD via USB despite BIOS changes...." Read more

    "...in the sata port you just shut off by installing this your system will fail to boot and you will have to move the plug on the old drive to get the..." Read more

    "...from past experience, and it has a DRAM cache which makes it excellent for a boot drive...." Read more

    "...using Macrium Reflect, switched to booting from SSD and bang ... it didn't boot up. Tried for a couple of hours and finally took it out...." Read more

    WD Blue With Free Acronis True Image Version For Western Digital Blue SSD's...
    5 Stars
    WD Blue With Free Acronis True Image Version For Western Digital Blue SSD's...
    Western Digital was the number 1 Hard Drive to buy. Today I'm not sure where they're at but I needed a few M.2 SSDs & since they came with a free Version of Acronis, why would I buy something different.Acronis is easy to use, but for those who are 2nd guessing it, I'll post some Step-By-Step Instructions.1: You'll have to have your Western Digital Blue Drive, (In my case, an M.2 SATA Solid State Drive.) & have it connected to your PC. If it's a Laptop, of course, you'll have to have it connected to an External Drive Enclosure...2: Install the Free Version of Acronis True Image for Western Digital Blue.3: As shown in the 1st picture, once on the main screen, look for ''Disc Clone''.4: Click on Disc Clone, then in the next window, choose ''Automatic'' & whether you want to copy the entire Storage Drive, or if you just want to copy the Operating System. (So far I've made 2 copies of my 1st Dell Inspiron 13-7378. One of the complete SSD & the 2nd one is just of the Operating System.5: Either Click on ''Shut Down PC when finished, or leave the box unchecked. At any rate, you'll need to shut down the PC so you can disconnect your Cloned Drive, Plus the program will tell you if the Disc Clone was a success..6: If you know how to swap out your SSDs, then you can test it.Since I have 4 Dell Inspiron 13-7378 Laptops, I'm Cloning extra copies of my Windows 10 Pro Laptop..It took about 1/2 hour to clone a 256gb drive with 142gb of data on it. I'm actually using one of my Cloned M.2 Drives now...I hope I was able to explain the operation well enough for you to do your own Disc Clone...
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    5.0 out of 5 stars A really good midrange SSD, if the price is right
    Reviewed in the United States on May 26, 2020
    Short version
    Pros:
    Has a DRAM Cache
    Decent performance and price for a midrange SSD
    5-year Warranty
    Cons:
    Non-discounted pricing is atrocious
    250G version is not the best deal

    Long Version
    As someone who frequently refurbishes old hardware others throw out, I tend to ignore the "midrange" of SSDs. Either I'll buy something ridiculously cheap (like that time when a 128G ADATA SU650 was at $16), or spend <$50 on a 256G NVMe and throw in a budget 500G SSD when they dip under $50 or an old hard drive. Generally I would stay away from the more "premium" SSDs since smaller capacities aren't that good of a deal, and as a student I would prefer to spend less on hardware that I'm not going to use daily. If it is hardware that I either care about or something I use heavily, I'll probably just go for something from Samsung, Micron, or a SK Hynix Gold when Woot puts it on a discount again.

    This time however, I had a 2012 Macbook Air where the original drive it came with was really showing its age, especially an unresponsive keyboard during login, so I decided I would swap out the drive while doing some overdue maintenance, using a SSD adapter for the 2012 Macbook Air. Compared to the original drive (which I forgot to take a screenshot of the test results), the sequential read performed better, from ~430MB/s to ~490MB/s with little change for sequential write. However, the system was quite smoother (less stutter that was caused by the drive), and even though it doesn't hit the advertised speeds, I'm still very happy with the upgrade.

    Generally the WD Blue is actually an SSD that I would recommend my friends to buy if they're on a bit more of a budget, just because it's not outrageously priced, the warranty and performance is pretty good from past experience, and it has a DRAM cache which makes it excellent for a boot drive. It's just not something I would buy normally because of the use scenarios I have. Would I recommend it? Yes, as long as you're not paying for more than ~$70 for the 500G version and you're not considering the smaller capacities. >$40 for a 250G SSD is a bit steep, and the only time when the 250G version became a good deal was when one of my friends bought it at $45 each on somewhere that's not Amazon (which is a horrible price), but they accidentally shipped him two drives and they got to keep both.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars This is the item has perfect quality and I received it on time
    Reviewed in Canada on February 29, 2024
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Worked as specified
    Reviewed in Canada on January 3, 2024
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    5.0 out of 5 stars 10/10
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    5.0 out of 5 stars As good as it gets.
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