The Western Digital 500GB WD Red SN700 NVMe SSD is purpose-built for NAS environments. With Gen3 PCIe performance, M.2 2280 form factor, and speeds up to 3,430 MB/s, it offers fast, reliable caching and storage for multi-user workloads in 24/7 operations.

Product Specification

• Model Number: WDS500G1R0C
• Capacity: 500GB
• Interface: PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe 1.3
• Form Factor: M.2 2280
• Sequential Read Speed: Up to 3,430 MB/s
• Sequential Write Speed: Up to 2,400 MB/s
• NAND Type: 3D TLC NAND
• Endurance (TBW): 1000 TBW
• MTBF: 1.75 million hours
• NAS Compatibility: Optimized for NAS systems
• Color: Red label design

Key Features

NAS-Optimized Performance: Designed for 24/7 NAS workloads with enhanced durability and sustained speeds ideal for caching and high-throughput operations.
High-Speed PCIe Gen3: Delivers up to 3,430 MB/s read and 2,400 MB/s write speeds over PCIe Gen3 interface, ensuring quick data access in shared environments.
Advanced Thermal Management: Built-in thermal throttling and power management help maintain consistent performance under heavy NAS loads.
Enterprise-Grade Endurance: Rated for up to 1000 TBW, this drive supports heavy read/write cycles and multi-user data streams without compromise.
Compact M.2 2280 Design: Slim M.2 form factor fits seamlessly in NAS systems, desktops, and workstations with NVMe-compatible slots.

How it works

The WD Red SN700 plugs into your NAS device’s M.2 PCIe Gen3 slot, acting as a high-speed cache or storage drive. Once installed, it leverages NVMe protocol to accelerate file transfers, data indexing, and multi-user operations, ideal for high-demand scenarios like virtualization or large file editing. Its 3D NAND technology and enterprise endurance allow continuous performance around the clock, while thermal controls ensure system stability. It's especially useful in RAID setups for boosting I/O performance in NAS applications.

FAQs

Is the WD Red SN700 compatible with all NAS devices?

It is optimized for NAS with M.2 NVMe slots. Check your NAS model’s specs for compatibility with M.2 PCIe Gen3 SSDs.

Can it be used as a boot drive?

Yes, it can serve as a boot drive if your system supports NVMe boot from M.2 slots.

What’s the difference between SN700 and regular NVMe drives?

The SN700 is tuned for 24/7 workloads and offers higher endurance and thermal stability tailored for NAS environments.

Does this SSD support PCIe Gen4?

No, it uses PCIe Gen3 interface. It will work in Gen4 slots but at Gen3 speeds.