Replacement for WD5000BLHX: Drop-In Alternatives We Stock
Looking for a replacement for the WD5000BLHX (WD5000BLHX - Western Digital VelociRaptor 500GB 10000RPM SATA 3Gb/s 2.5-inch Hard Drive)? Pro Disk Network ships Western Digital drop-in replacements and equivalent modern parts from US inventory. Every alternate below is in-stock today with same-day shipping for orders placed before 2pm ET. If your unit is still under warranty, contact our engineering team — we offer cross-shipping for B2B customers on Net 30 terms.
About the WD5000BLHX
| SKU | WD5000BLHX |
|---|---|
| Product | WD5000BLHX - Western Digital VelociRaptor 500GB 10000RPM SATA 3Gb/s 2.5-inch Hard Drive |
| Current price | $235.79 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View WD5000BLHX › |
Drop-in replacements for WD5000BLHX
Each part below is currently in our US warehouse, ships same-day for orders before 2pm ET, and includes our 90-day warranty. SKUs link to the full product page with photos, datasheets and B2B quote form.
WD5000BLHX-29V7BV0 - Western Digital VelociRaptor 500GB 10000RPM SATA 3Gb/s 2.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WD5000BLHX-29V7BV0
Price: $372.74
WD5000BHTZ - Western Digital VelociRaptor 500GB 10000RPM SATA 6Gb/s 64MB Cache 2.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WD5000BHTZ
Price: $89.47
WD5000HHTZ - Western Digital VelociRaptor 500GB 10000RPM SATA 6Gb/s 64MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WD5000HHTZ
Price: $195.63
WD5000BHTZ-04JCPV0 - Western Digital VelociRaptor 500GB 10000RPM SATA 6Gb/s 64MB Cache 2.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WD5000BHTZ-04JCPV0
Price: $243.16
685818-001 - HP / Western Digital VelociRaptor 500GB 10000RPM SATA 6Gb/s 64MB Cache Hot-Pluggable 2.5-inch Midline Hard Drive
SKU: 685818-001
Price: $250.53
WD5000HHTZ-04N21V1 - Western Digital VelociRaptor 500GB 10000RPM SATA 6Gb/s 64MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WD5000HHTZ-04N21V1
Price: $273.91
WD5000BHTZ-60JCPV0 - Western Digital VelociRaptor 500GB 10000RPM SATA 6Gb/s 64MB Cache 2.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WD5000BHTZ-60JCPV0
Price: $283.34
WD5000HHTZ-75N2V0 - Western Digital VelociRaptor 500GB 10000RPM SATA 6Gb/s 64MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WD5000HHTZ-75N2V0
Price: $325.51
WD5000HHTZ-04N21V0 - Western Digital VelociRaptor 500GB 10000RPM SATA 6Gb/s 64MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WD5000HHTZ-04N21V0
Price: $447.63
WD5000HHTZ-75N21V0 - Western Digital VelociRaptor 500GB 10000RPM SATA 6Gb/s 64MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WD5000HHTZ-75N21V0
Price: $491.64
WD5000HHTZ-60N21V0 - Western Digital VelociRaptor 500GB 10000RPM SATA 6Gb/s 64MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WD5000HHTZ-60N21V0
Price: $798.78
WD5000HHTZ-04N21V - Western Digital VelociRaptor 500GB 10000RPM SATA 6Gb/s 64MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WD5000HHTZ-04N21V
Price: $821.66
How we pick replacements
Every recommendation above was selected using these criteria:
- Drop-in compatibility — same form factor (2.5"/3.5", PCIe slot, SFP port, etc.), so it fits the original chassis without modification
- Equivalent or better performance — matched on RPM/IOPS/speed/throughput, never downgraded
- Same-brand-preferred — we list the OEM-equivalent first when available, then trusted aftermarket
- Warranty coverage — 90-day Pro Disk warranty on every part, with 1-year option for B2B
- In stock today — never recommend a part that is on backorder
Need help confirming compatibility?
Our engineers validate every replacement against your specific server, switch, or chassis model before shipment. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your platform model (e.g., Dell PowerEdge R740, HP DL380 Gen10, Cisco Catalyst 9300) and we will confirm the exact part number that drops into your hardware.