WD_BLACK 8 TB HighPerformance 3.5" Internal Gaming Hard Drive, 7200 RPM Class, SATA 6 GB/s, 256MB Cache

Like an idiot I dropped it of a desk and still works fine. Little bit of ticking, who knows how long it will last but been working for two years so far.

This is WD Black Range of HDD for PC's. The Black Range of HDD are the "full fat" versions of their drives for maximum performance. This means they run at full speed at 7200rpm and SATA-3 600MB/s. To help with performance the drive also has a 64MB cache. This is a good size drive for your expansion needs. 2TB (unformatted) will work under Windows 7 without any extra drivers or software. The drive formats to 1.81TB under Win7. The drive is well packaged. It comes factory sealed in an anti-static bag. The drive is then securely suspended inside a box. This box is then packaged in another box which has plenty of brown paper padding. So previous reports of bad packaging are not valid anymore. The drive itself is like any modern SATA drive in appearance so nothing new there. I am happy to report that the noise levels of the drive are quiet in my quiet PC case. It is no louder than my ultra quiet Samsungs. The official figure is 29dB(mean) for idle. This drive on my old system (SATA-2 300MB/s) gives me a max of about 168MB/s Read and 165.5MB/s Write. The drive comes with a 5 year warranty. Recommended.

Came in packacking that can only be described as a joke (single layer of bubble wrap loose in a cardboard box), and was not in the manufacturer packaging that I expected. The disk itself installed with no problems, although I had to run lots of diagnostics to assure myself that it was working OK after the woeful packaging. My only concern is that this is VERY noisy. When it is seeking it makes a dreadful knocking (more of a loud burbling) noise, as the heads move around. I've done all the diagnostics and searched online and have assured myself that this noise is just normal for this disk. Compared to the drive it is replacing this thing is way too noisy. I bought this as my media and backup drive (I use an SSD as my OS drive and an external HDD as my deep backup drive) and I'm going to be keeping a really close eye on it over the next couple of months. Meanwhile I'm making sure that all my important files are also being backed up in the cloud.

My Desktop currently has 5 WD 7200 2TB Black. I used to use Seagate (of similar spec but cheaper) but I had too many failures, including one that was nothing short of catastrophic. WD Black are fast, reliable and none have failed, despite some having been in there for years. This latest two went in quickly and easily, and were partitioned and ready to go in no time. Since then, no noticeable degradation in quality or speed. They can be a little noisy but my PC is pretty loud anyway. I am about to buy some more.

Arrived very quickly and well packed. Works very fast on my pc, I can copy a 1gb file to or from the drive in about 15seconds and it's far from being a top end pc. (3.0ghz core 2 duo processor, samsung 850 pro ssd (operating system only), 4gb ram, Sata 3 startech adapter fitted.) I looked around at hard drives quite a lot before deciding which one to go for and this one comes out very near to the top when it comes to the very best available right now. There are cheaper drives around and faster ones with 10.000rpm spindle speeds, generally you get what you pay for and this one comes highly recommended.

I strongly recommend buying hard drives from western digital. I will not touch anything from Seagate as all 3 drives I ever bought from them failed within a year. I've had a WD blue drive that I extracted from it's MyBook casing for between 5-7 years and I have had no issues with it however I bought this new drive as it was getting full and it probably should die soon as it is getting old. Note: This drive is the 3rd in my computer that I use exclusively to hold games and as such is only active when gaming. The first thing I found is that the drive is a lot more noisy than my WD blue when in use. This is to be expected as the blue only runs at 5400rpm and the black is made for performance. I am not sure how much this drive has improved my gaming, some people will swear that you cannot run games off a 5400rpm drive as I did with my WD blue however I think I have noticed a slight improvement on loading times.

It's the loudest part of my pc. Even copying small files or playing a video from it makes so much noise that it's incredible how they can get away with it. I got a sshd after a while and keeping this as a backup but it's still so annoying when I run a virus scan that it starts being so noisy. Speed is bad aswell, nothing different from cheaper models. Instead of paying so much for this please just go and buy a sshd which has a way better performance and doesn't make anywhere close to the noise that this one does.

Good quality Hard Drive for the price.

Después de mucho buscar, acerté con la compra. Me he decantado por este WD de la serie Black por ofrecer seguridad. He perdido todos los datos en dos ocasiones con discos duros de menos de 2 años (los únicos dos discos duros externos que he tenido). Estoy muy contento con mi unidad de 2TB. (+) Bastante silencioso. (+) Durabilidad garantizada. Un familiar tiene una unidad desde hace 9 años funcionando sin problemas. (-) Precio bastante elevado en el caso del de 2TB. Pero la calidad se pagar. (-) La versión de 3TB tiene malos reportes, por lo que desaconsejaría la compra en unidades que tengan esta capacidad. Compra recomendable.

Comprei o HD e não funciona simplesmente não liga ou dá sinal de vida.

The item sent to be was defected when I open up the package. WD support said that it doesn't cover along part with their so called policy. No choice I have to do a refund on these.

Its been more than a year i have upgraded my desktop storage with the Western Digital 2 TB SATA III Desktop Hard Drive, and I'm thoroughly impressed with its performance and reliability. As someone who needs ample storage space for work and multimedia files, this hard drive has proven to be a trustworthy companion. Firstly, the storage capacity of 2 TB is generous and meets my needs perfectly. It provides ample room for storing a vast collection of documents, photos, videos, and software applications without worrying about running out of space. Whether I'm organizing my digital library or backing up essential data, this hard drive offers plenty of room to accommodate my growing storage demands. In terms of performance, the SATA III interface ensures fast data transfer speeds and seamless connectivity with my desktop system. It delivers consistent performance when transferring large files or accessing data-intensive applications, which is essential for maintaining productivity and efficiency in my daily tasks. Reliability is a crucial factor for any storage device, and the Western Digital hard drive excels in this aspect. Known for their robust build quality and rigorous testing processes, Western Digital drives are designed to offer long-term durability and data integrity. I have confidence in the hard drive's ability to safeguard my valuable data and operate reliably for years to come. Installation was straightforward, thanks to the plug-and-play compatibility with my desktop setup. The drive fit seamlessly into my existing system, and setup was hassle-free, requiring minimal configuration before I could start using it immediately. Noise levels are pleasantly low, even during heavy usage, contributing to a quieter work environment. This is particularly beneficial for those who prefer a distraction-free workspace or have sensitive audio recording needs. Overall, the Western Digital 2 TB SATA III Desktop Hard Drive exceeds expectations with its generous storage capacity, reliable performance, ease of installation, and quiet operation. Whether you're upgrading your desktop storage or building a new system, this hard drive is an excellent choice for users seeking dependable storage solutions backed by Western Digital's reputation for quality and reliability.

Ottimo prodotto, veloce e affidabile. Utilizzato in sostituzione di un HGST di analoga capacità e velocità, con 10 anni di onorato servizio, che cominciava a zoppicare e perdere settori. Nessun problema di incompatibilità con il laptop - un MSI di 10 anni ancora pimpante.