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If you need speed for your family and business computer usage, choose the Western Digital WD740GD VelociRaptor 74 GB 10k-RPM SCSI HDD SATA I internal hard drive. It has an impressive combination of speed and low power usage. This hard disk drive works in PC computers that accept 3.5-inch form factor SATA I drives, and it is designated for use on desktop computers. The Raptor 74 GB drive is ideal for business, home use, or high performance desktops. This Western Digital WD740GD VelociRaptor SATA I hard drive offers a 74 GB storage capacity, meaning it is capable of holding 18,500 songs or almost 4.8 million pages of text. Its fast and efficient 1.5 GB per second SAS/SATA I interface speed will match the demands of most programs, and it has a Serial ATA-300 interface with a 4-pin Molex connector. With an Enterprise-class Throughput, this Raptor model is capable of delivering impressive results in record time. The Ultra/150 Command Queuing tech optimizes data transfers for increased speed and efficiency. With a high-speed 8 MB cache buffer size, 2.99 millisecond (nominal) average latency, and a lightning fast 10,000 RPM SCSI motor, you’ll enjoy faster speeds and increased battery life. You can expect a respectable external data transfer rate of 150 MB per second. Western Digital also provides you with rugged Enterprise-class mechanics in the Raptor HDD series drives. To start, they build sturdy hardware components, such as using a rigid stainless steel top, which makes it about 1.5 times more durable than average drives. They have also implemented the industry-leading ShockGuard technology, which will protect the drive’s mechanics and platter surfaces from impact vibration. For additional non-operational shock tolerance, the DuraStep Ramp feature secures the recording heads away from the disk during spin up, spin down, and when the drive is off. This results in much less wear and tear, meaning your drive will really last. If the worst should occur, this hard drive is equipped with hot swap, so you can be confident that your data will not be lost. Finally, this storage device provides better protection for your files through a feature called Data Lifeguard, which utilizes no-touch ramp load technology. Perhaps one of the best features of all, the WD740GD VelociRaptor SATA I 1.5 GB per second hard drives were built for quiet performance. With a sound emission of 36 dBA, you will barely know your computer is on. The drive’s algorithms speed up the seek times (4.5 millisecond average), which improves battery consumption as well. With its long-term reliability, durability, speed, and broad compatibility, the WD740GD Digital Raptor SATA I hard drive will please even the most demanding system needs. This Western Digital WD740GD VelociRaptor 74 GB 10k-RPM SCSI HDD internal hard disk drive will provide the best performance if kept between 32 and 140 degrees Fahrenheit with a humidity range between 5 and 95 percent. It is compliant with S.M.A.R.T. standards. Actual dimensions of the Raptor drives are 1-inch high by 4 inches wide by 5.8 inches deep with a weight of 1.81 pounds.

Product Identifiers

BrandWestern Digital

MPNWD740GD

UPC0718037108988, 0718037107608

ModelRaptor

eBay Product ID (ePID)69774812

Product Key Features

Form Factor3.5 in

Dimensions

Weight1.5lbs.

Depth5.8in

Height1in

Width4in

Additional Product Features

PlatformPC Products

EnclosureInternal

External Data Transfer Rate150Mbps

Storage Capacity74GB

Drive InterfaceSCSI-1, Sas, Parallel (IEEE 1284), SATA I

Seek Time4.5ms

Cache8MB

DesignationDesktop Computer

Sound Emission32dB

Rotation Speed10000RPM

Internal Data Transfer Rate72 Mbit/S

TypeHDD

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Western Digital Raptor 74GB Internal 10000RPM 3.5" (WD740GD) HDD