Western Digital Scorpio Blue 80GB 5400RPM ATA-100 8MB Cache 2.5inch Internal HDD
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About this product
The Western Digital Scorpio Blue 80GB internal HDD is designed for laptops and PCs, featuring a compact 2.5-inch form factor. It operates at 5400 RPM with an 8MB cache, connecting via an ATA-100 (PATA/IDE/EIDE) interface. This drive provides 80GB of storage capacity, suitable for older systems or as a modest storage upgrade for compatible devices. Its Scorpio Blue product line designation indicates it's part of Western Digital's mobile hard drive series.
Our take
If you're looking to upgrade or replace a hard drive in an older laptop that still uses a PATA/IDE interface, this Western Digital Scorpio Blue 80GB drive could be a viable option. The 5400 RPM speed and 8MB cache are standard for its era, offering acceptable performance for basic tasks. Keep in mind that 80GB is a relatively small capacity by modern standards, so it's best suited for light use or systems where primary storage isn't a concern. The 2.5-inch form factor makes it compatible with most laptops that still support this interface type. For $30.95, it's an economical choice for legacy systems.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 80GB for basic storage needs
- 2.5-inch form factor for laptops
- PATA/IDE interface for older systems
- 5400 RPM rotation speed
Cons
- Limited 80GB storage capacity
- Older ATA-100 interface
Specifications
- Brand Western Digital
- Compatible With Laptop, PC
- Form Factor 2.5 in
- Type Internal Laptop Drive
- Drive Type(s) Supported HDD
- Color White
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- Storage Capacity
- 80 GB
- Interface
- PATA/IDE/EIDE
- Product Line
- Scorpio Blue
- Rotation Speed
- 5400 RPM
- Cache
- 8 MB
