Western Digital 8TB 5400RPM SATA 6Gb/s 256MB 3.5" Internal Hard Drive WD80EMAZ
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About this product
The Western Digital WD80EMAZ is an 8TB internal hard drive, featuring a 3.5-inch form factor and a SATA III interface. Designed for desktop use, this HDD operates at a 5400 RPM rotation speed and includes a substantial 256MB cache. It provides a generous 8TB of storage capacity, making it suitable for high-capacity data storage needs in various desktop systems.
Our take
For anyone needing a vast amount of storage, this Western Digital 8TB drive is an excellent contender. The 8TB capacity provides ample space for large media libraries, backups, or extensive data archives. While the 5400 RPM speed is on the slower side for a primary drive, the large 256MB cache helps mitigate this for general file access and transfers. It's perfect for secondary storage in a desktop, especially where sheer capacity outweighs the need for blazing fast primary drive speeds. The SATA III interface ensures modern system compatibility.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Massive 8TB storage capacity
- Large 256MB cache
- Standard 3.5-inch desktop form factor
- SATA III interface compatibility
Cons
- Slower 5400 RPM rotation speed
Specifications
- Brand Western Digital
- Form Factor 3.5 in
- Type Internal Desktop Drive
- Drive Type(s) Supported HDD
- MPN WD80EMAZ
- Storage Capacity 8 TB
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- Interface
- SATA III
- Cache
- 256 MB
- Rotation Speed
- 5400 RPM
