Western Digital Blue 8TB PC Internal Hard Drive HDD 5640 RPM SATA 6 Gigabits Per Second 256 Megabytes Cache 3.5 Inch Form Factor WD80EAAZ
Why you'll like it
- Massive Storage Capacity — Store thousands of high-resolution photos, 4K video projects, and expansive modern gaming libraries without running out of space
- Consistent Writing Performance — Conventional Magnetic Recording technology delivers predictable and reliable data tracking for steady daily file operations
- Optimised Data Transfer — The SATA 6 Gigabits per second interface combined with a 256 Megabytes cache allows for streamlined multitasking and reliable media playback
- Seamless System Upgrades — Includes complimentary access to downloadable Acronis True Image Western Digital Edition software to simplify operating system and drive cloning procedures
Product details
Description
The Western Digital Blue 8TB PC Internal Hard Drive HDD is engineered for users requiring expansive, dependable storage for their everyday desktop computing workloads. Perfect for power users, content creators, and collectors of large media libraries, this 3.5-inch drive effortlessly handles large-scale file storage, high-definition 4K video archiving, and massive gaming installations.
Featuring a stable rotational speed of 5640 RPM and an impressive 256 Megabytes cache, this storage drive effectively balances thermal efficiency and power consumption with swift file retrieval. Utilizing Conventional Magnetic Recording technology, it provides consistent writing performance and structural durability for standard office operations and creative workflows.
It serves as an optimal secondary storage companion to hold extensive databases alongside a primary solid-state drive.
How to use
- Ensure your desktop computer is powered down and completely disconnected from the electrical outlet.
- Open the PC case to access the internal drive bays.
- Slide the 3.5-inch Western Digital hard drive into an available storage slot and secure it using appropriate mounting screws.
- Connect a standard SATA data cable from the motherboard to the drive, and attach an available SATA power connector from the computer power supply unit.
- Close the computer case, restore power, and boot into your operating system.
- Use the disk management utility to initialise and format the new 8TB volume for use.
Ingredients
High-grade aluminum enclosure, internal magnetic platters, read/write actuator heads, multi-layer printed circuit board with 256 Megabytes cache chip, and gold-plated SATA interface connectors.
As printed by the brand. Check the pack label if you have an allergy.
Specifications
| Brand | WD |
|---|---|
| UPC | 718037898346 |
| Ships from | USA (sourced directly), checked in Navi Mumbai |
| Sold by | Dropy.in |
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FAQs
Is the Western Digital WD80EAAZ model an SMR or CMR hard drive?
The Western Digital Blue 8TB WD80EAAZ model utilizes Conventional Magnetic Recording technology. This ensures more consistent write speeds and higher data durability compared to Shingled Magnetic Recording drives, making it ideal for continuous data archiving and gaming.
Can this Western Digital Blue 8TB drive be used inside a network attached storage system?
This hard drive is explicitly designed, tested, and optimized for everyday desktop PC workloads and consumer applications. For continuous, twenty-four-seven multi-drive network attached storage environments, Western Digital Red drives are highly recommended instead.
Does this 3.5-inch internal hard drive come with cloning software?
Yes, purchasers receive access to a free download of Acronis True Image Western Digital Edition software. This specialized tool allows you to easily clone your current operating system, applications, and files over to your new high-capacity storage drive.
Is this Western Digital Blue 8TB hard drive an authentic USA import available in India?
Yes, Dropy India sources this Western Digital hard drive directly from authorized distributors in the USA. Every purchase is guaranteed to be a one hundred percent genuine product delivered in original factory packaging to buyers across India.
What operating systems are compatible with this Western Digital Blue internal drive?
This hard disk drive is fully compatible and easily formatable for Windows 11, Windows 10, and various Linux distributions. It can also be successfully configured for macOS environments through standard disk utility reformatting protocols.
How long will delivery take?
Most orders arrive in 15–20 days: we source each product directly from the USA, check it at our Navi Mumbai warehouse and pack it on video. Items marked Dropy Express ship from our India warehouse and arrive in 3–5 days.
Is cash on delivery available?
Full cash on delivery is available all over India on Dropy Express items. For other orders from ₹2,499 to ₹15,000 you can use Partial COD: pay 25% online now and the rest in cash on delivery.
Are your products genuine?
Yes. Every product is 100% authentic, sourced directly from the USA, quality-checked and packed on video at our Navi Mumbai warehouse.
What if my order arrives damaged or wrong?
Write to us at [email protected] as soon as it arrives. Damaged, wrong or not as described, our Buyer Protection gives you a full refund. The details are in our Return, Refund & Cancellation Policy.
Is delivery free?
Delivery is free on orders from ₹1,499. Below that a ₹79 delivery fee applies.