Western Digital Blue internal hard drive 8 TB 5640 RPM 256 MB 3.5" Serial ATA III

Western Digital Blue internal hard drive 8 TB 5640 RPM 256 MB 3.5" Serial ATA III

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8 TB 3.5" 5640 RPM Serial ATA III. PC HDD. Storage drive buffer size: 256 MB. 6 Gbit/s. 750 g. WD Blue™ internal hard drives deliver reliability for office and web applications. They are ideal for use as primary drives in desktop PCs and for office applications. With a range of capacities and cache sizes, there’s a WD Blue internal hard drive that’s just right for you.. NoTouch Ramp Load technology. The recording head never touches the disk media, ensuring significantly less wear to the recording head and media as well as better drive protection in transit.. Low power consumption. State-of-the-art seeking algorithms and advanced power management features ensure low power consumption. Tested for compatibility. We perform tests on hundreds of systems and a multitude of platforms in our FIT Lab to give our customers confidence that our drives will work in their systems.. Upgrading your drive is easy. Seamlessly migrate your current system to your new Western Digital drive using Acronis® True Image™ WD Edition software, available as a free download on the Western Digital Support site. This software enables you to copy all your data to a new drive so you don't have to reinstall your operating system to get all the benefits of a new drive.. The Western Digital® advantage. Western Digital puts our products through extensive Functional Integrity Testing (F.I.T.) prior to any product launch. On average, each new product goes through 600,000 hours of testing. Western Digital also has a detailed Knowledge Base with more than 1,000 helpful articles. You can also call toll-free support 7 days per week in the U.S. and Canada. See the Western Digital Support site for full details. Recommended use - WD Desktop hard drives are tested and recommended for use in PCs, industrial applications and external enclosures.. Features. Noise level (idle). 25 dB. Advanced Format (AF). Yes. HDD average transfer rate. 185 MB/s. HDD interface transfer rate. 6 Gbit/s. Storage drive buffer size. 256 MB. Hot-swap. No. Component for. PC. Type. HDD. Interface. Serial ATA III. HDD size. 3.5". HDD speed. 5640 RPM. HDD capacity. 8 TB. Power. Power consumption (read). 6.2 W. Power consumption (write). 6.2 W. Power consumption (idle). 4.1 W. Power consumption (standby). 0.4 W. General. Product family. Blue. Operational conditions. Non-operating shock. 250 G. Operating shock. 70 G. Storage temperature (T-T). -40 - 70 °C. Operating temperature (T-T). 0 - 65 °C. Weight & dimensions. Weight. 750 g. Height. 26.1 mm. Depth. 147 mm. Width. 101.6 mm. Packaging data. Quantity per pack. 1 pc(s). Logistics data. Harmonized System (HS) code. 84717050. Other features. Mac operating systems supported. Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan, Mac OS X 10.13 High Sierra. Windows operating systems supported. Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows 8.1. leaflet

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Marque Western Digital
Référence fabricant wd80eaaz
EAN 0718037898346

The Western Digital Blue internal hard drive 8 TB 5640 RPM 256 MB 3.5" Serial ATA III in its market context in 2026

Choosing the Western Digital Blue internal hard drive 8 TB 5640 RPM 256 MB 3.5" Serial ATA III means opting for the expertise of Western Digital in the Informatique category. Its price starting from £200.29 makes it a serious option on the market. Buyers interested in this brand also look at the Western Digital Red Pro internal hard drive 8 TB 7200 RPM 256 MB 3.5" Serial ATA to complete their comparison. On Compiral, all displayed prices are updated regularly and retailers are selected for their reliability and quality of customer service.

Western Digital: what this model offers

What buyers remember about the Western Digital Blue internal hard drive 8 TB 5640 RPM 256 MB 3.5" Serial ATA III: consistent quality, intuitive use and a price that stays within market norms for this level of performance. The positioning of Western Digital on the Informatique segment ensures access to spare parts and a structured after-sales service, which matters greatly in the long run. A solid choice in 2026, whether for a new purchase or to replace a failing device. Also discover the Western Digital My Passport external hard drive 1 TB 2.5" 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Black from the same brand for a second level of comparison.

The strengths that really make a difference

What truly differentiates the Western Digital Blue internal hard drive 8 TB 5640 RPM 256 MB 3.5" Serial ATA III from other products in the Informatique category comes down to a few concrete points: the build quality typical of Western Digital, its availability from many retailers and accessible after-sales support. These criteria, often decisive for buyers, favour this model over alternatives on the market in 2026. Compare with the Western Digital Red Pro internal hard drive 8 TB 7200 RPM 256 MB 3.5" Serial ATA if you wish to explore other models from the brand.

What you need to know before buying

Before buying the Western Digital Blue internal hard drive 8 TB 5640 RPM 256 MB 3.5" Serial ATA III, check the following points: stock availability at your chosen retailer, the returns policy, warranty period and delivery charges. These details are accessible from our offers table at the top of this page. Western Digital generally offers a well-structured after-sales network for the Informatique category.

Market price ranges in 2026

RangeIndicative price
Entry-levelUnder 384300 £
Mid-range384300 £ to 896710 £
High-endOver 896710 £

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Frequently asked questions about Western Digital Blue internal hard drive 8 TB 5640 RPM 256 MB 3.5" Serial ATA III

Is there a refurbished version of the Western Digital Blue internal hard drive 8 TB 5640 RPM 256 MB 3.5" Serial ATA III?

Refurbished versions of the Western Digital Blue internal hard drive 8 TB 5640 RPM 256 MB 3.5" Serial ATA III may be available from certain Compiral partner retailers. These refurbished products allow you to save between 20% and 40% compared to the new price while still benefiting from a warranty. Check availability in our offers table and review the warranty conditions offered by the retailer.

When do prices for the Western Digital Blue internal hard drive 8 TB 5640 RPM 256 MB 3.5" Serial ATA III drop during the year?

Prices for the Western Digital Blue internal hard drive 8 TB 5640 RPM 256 MB 3.5" Serial ATA III typically drop during Black Friday (November), the January sales and the summer sales (July). Promotional deals are also common around Cyber Monday and the holiday season. Our price history lets you spot trends and assess whether a price drop is likely soon in the Informatique category.

Is delivery free for the Western Digital Blue internal hard drive 8 TB 5640 RPM 256 MB 3.5" Serial ATA III at all retailers?

Free delivery is not guaranteed for the Western Digital Blue internal hard drive 8 TB 5640 RPM 256 MB 3.5" Serial ATA III at every retailer. Some include it in their price, others charge separately. On Compiral, use the free delivery filter to display only offers with free postage. The total price shown in our table always includes delivery costs for a true cost comparison.

How do I return the Western Digital Blue internal hard drive 8 TB 5640 RPM 256 MB 3.5" Serial ATA III if I am not satisfied?

You have a 14-day right of withdrawal for any online purchase, applicable to the Western Digital Blue internal hard drive 8 TB 5640 RPM 256 MB 3.5" Serial ATA III regardless of the retailer. Precise return conditions vary by retailer: check their returns policy before buying. Statutory consumer rights protect you in the event of a defect discovered after delivery.

Is the Western Digital Blue internal hard drive 8 TB 5640 RPM 256 MB 3.5" Serial ATA III worth its price in 2026?

In 2026, the Western Digital Blue internal hard drive 8 TB 5640 RPM 256 MB 3.5" Serial ATA III is listed from £200.29 at our partner retailers. This price is consistent with the positioning of Western Digital in the Informatique category. To judge whether this price is currently attractive, check the price history on our product page. Also compare the total price including delivery to avoid any surprises at checkout.

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