Replacement for WD5000JS: Drop-In Alternatives We Stock
Looking for a replacement for the WD5000JS (WD5000JS - Western Digital Caviar Blue 500GB 7200RPM SATA 3Gb/s 8MB Cache 3.5-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 WD5000JS
| SKU | WD5000JS |
|---|---|
| Product | WD5000JS - Western Digital Caviar Blue 500GB 7200RPM SATA 3Gb/s 8MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive |
| Current price | $302.55 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View WD5000JS › |
Drop-in replacements for WD5000JS
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.
WD500AAKS-00A7B0 - Western Digital Caviar Blue 500GB 7200RPM SATA 3Gb/s 16MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WD500AAKS-00A7B0
Price: $99.93
WD5000AAKS-00UU3A0 - Western Digital Caviar Blue 500GB 7200RPM SATA 3Gb/s 16MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WD5000AAKS-00UU3A0
Price: $110.53
WD5000AAKS-00D2B0 - Western Digital Caviar Blue 500GB 7200RPM SATA 3Gb/s 16MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WD5000AAKS-00D2B0
Price: $110.53
WD5000AAKS-00V1A0 - Western Digital Caviar Blue 500GB 7200RPM SATA 3Gb/s 16MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WD5000AAKS-00V1A0
Price: $110.53
WD5000AAKS-00A7B0 - Western Digital Caviar Blue 500GB 7200RPM SATA 3Gb/s 16MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WD5000AAKS-00A7B0
Price: $110.53
WD5000AAKS-22A7B2 - Western Digital Caviar Blue 500GB 7200RPM SATA 3Gb/s 16MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WD5000AAKS-22A7B2
Price: $110.53
WD500AAKS-75A7B0 - Western Digital Caviar Blue 500GB 7200RPM SATA 3Gb/s 16MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WD500AAKS-75A7B0
Price: $111.05
WD5002AAKS-WD - Western Digital Caviar Blue 500GB 7200RPM SATA 3Gb/s 16MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WD5002AAKS-WD
Price: $144.07
WD5000AAKS-75V0A0 - Western Digital Caviar Blue 500GB 7200RPM SATA 3Gb/s 16MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WD5000AAKS-75V0A0
Price: $149.47
WD500AADS - Western Digital Caviar Blue 500GB 7200RPM SATA 3Gb/s 16MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WD500AADS
Price: $157.07
WD5000AAKS - Western Digital Caviar Blue 500GB 7200RPM SATA 3Gb/s 16MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WD5000AAKS
Price: $170.53
WD5000AAKS-00Z7B0 - Western Digital Caviar Blue 500GB 7200RPM SATA 3Gb/s 16MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: WD5000AAKS-00Z7B0
Price: $217.03
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.