Western Digital AV-GP WD5000AVVS 500GB 5400 RPM 8MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5″ Internal Hard Drive Bare Drive

The Western Digital AV-GP WD5000AVVS is a specialized 500GB internal hard drive engineered for audio/video applications and surveillance systems. This 3.5-inch SATA drive operates at 5400 RPM with 8MB cache, delivering reliable performance optimized for continuous recording and playback. Its AV-GP (Audio Video – Green Power) technology ensures smooth streaming of multiple HD video streams while maintaining low power consumption and reduced heat generation. The drive features enhanced error recovery controls specifically tuned for real-time A/V environments, preventing video dropouts during recording. With SATA 3.0Gb/s interface and robust build quality, this drive excels in DVRs, security cameras, media centers, and set-top boxes where 24/7 operation and consistent data throughput are critical.