Western Digital WD800BEVE 80GB PATA front view Western Digital WD800BEVE 80GB PATA front view
Western Digital WD800BEVE 80GB PATA front view Western Digital WD800BEVE 80GB PATA front view
Western Digital WD800BEVE top view Western Digital WD800BEVE top view
Western Digital WD800BEVE angled view Western Digital WD800BEVE angled view
Western Digital WD800BEVE label view Western Digital WD800BEVE label view
Western Digital WD800BEVE 80GB PATA front view
Western Digital WD800BEVE 80GB PATA front view
Western Digital WD800BEVE top view
Western Digital WD800BEVE angled view
Western Digital WD800BEVE label view

Western Digital

Western Digital WD800BEVE – 80GB | PATA 100MB/s | 5400RPM | 2.5" | Laptop HDD

$79.95

Brand New, Factory Sealed | In Stock | Bulk Orders Available

The WD800BEVE is a 80GB PATA hard drive featuring 5400RPM, 8MB cache, and 12ms seek time in a 2.5" form factor. Built for early 2000s laptop systems, it is ideal for vintage notebook restoration, legacy system maintenance, and portable computing applications. Compatible with PATA/IDE controllers and 44-pin EIDE notebook interfaces. Features WhisperDrive technology for ultra-quiet operation and SecurePark heads-off-disk reliability design for improved shock tolerance and extended lifespan.

All products from Anand International ship brand new and factory sealed. Volume and B2B pricing available for qualified buyers.
Specifications
  • Manufacturer: Western Digital
  • Model: WD800BEVE
  • Capacity: 80GB
  • Interface: PATA 100MB/s
  • Spindle Speed: 5400 RPM
  • Cache: 8MB
  • Form Factor: 2.5" (9.5mm height)
  • Seek Time: 12ms average
  • Latency: 5.5ms average
  • MTBF: Not specified
  • Drive Type: Mobile/Laptop Hard Drive
  • Warranty: 90 days
  • Shipping: Free domestic US shipping
  • Condition: Brand New, Factory Sealed
Product Features
  • WhisperDrive ultra-quiet operation technology
  • SecurePark heads-off-disk parking system
  • ShockGuard mechanics protection
  • 8MB data cache buffer
  • 44-pin EIDE notebook interface
  • 9.5mm standard height compatibility
  • Low power consumption design
  • S.M.A.R.T. monitoring support
  • Direct replacement for legacy systems requiring IDE/ATA connectivity
  • 90-day Anand International warranty on all legacy stock
  • Free domestic US shipping included
  • Volume and B2B pricing available for qualified buyers
Compatibility

Compatible with laptops and notebooks with PATA/IDE interfaces, 44-pin EIDE controllers, and 2.5" drive bays supporting 9.5mm height. Not compatible with SATA systems or modern laptops requiring SATA interfaces.
Shipping & Returns
  • Free Shipping: We currently offer free Economy Shipping within the continental U.S. with no minimum order required. Expedited shipping is available at standard carrier rates.
  • Same-Day Shipping: Order placed before 2PM PST will ship the same day. Orders received after this time will ship the following business day.
  • Hassle-Free Returns: If you're not completely satisfied with your purchase, simply return it within 10 days for a hassle-free refund or exchange.

80GB PATA 5400RPM Ultra-Quiet Factory Sealed

Why the WD800BEVE is the right vintage laptop drive

The WD800BEVE represents Western Digital's Scorpio Blue series from the PATA era, designed specifically for mobile computing when 80GB was substantial storage capacity. This drive delivers reliable performance with WhisperDrive technology for silent operation and SecurePark reliability features. Perfect for restoring vintage laptops, maintaining legacy systems, or upgrading older portable devices that require PATA compatibility.

WhisperDrive Silent Operation

Advanced seeking algorithms deliver one of the quietest 2.5" drives available. Ultra-quiet operation extends battery life through optimized power management.

SecurePark Reliability Technology

Heads park off disk surface during spin-up, spin-down, and when powered off. Enhanced shock tolerance and reduced head wear for improved long-term reliability.

PATA Interface Compatibility

Native 44-pin EIDE interface with 100MB/s transfer rate. Direct compatibility with legacy laptop PATA controllers and IDE systems.

Mobile-Optimized Performance

5400RPM spindle speed balances performance with low power consumption. 8MB cache and 12ms seek time deliver responsive mobile computing performance.

New Old Stock with 90-Day Warranty

Available as brand new, factory sealed old stock units from Anand International with a 90-day warranty. Ideal for legacy system maintenance, vintage computing restoration, and hard-to-find replacement needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for IDE, including information on usage, configuration, and compatibility.

1. What is an IDE hard drive?

An IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) hard drive is a legacy type of storage device that connects to a computer using a 40-pin ribbon cable and Molex power connector. It was widely used before SATA drives became standard.
2. Can IDE hard drives be used in modern computers?

Most modern PCs do not have IDE ports. However, you can still use an IDE hard drive with a compatible IDE controller card or an IDE-to-SATA/USB adapter.
3. What devices are IDE hard drives compatible with?

IDE hard drives are commonly used in older desktops, servers, DVR systems, legacy industrial equipment, and other electronics that require ATA/100 or ATA/133 interfaces.
4. Are IDE and PATA the same thing?

Yes. IDE is also known as PATA (Parallel ATA). Both terms refer to the same interface standard, which uses wide ribbon cables to connect drives.
5. How do I know if my system supports an IDE hard drive?

Check if your motherboard has a 40-pin IDE connector. If not, you can use an adapter or external enclosure that converts IDE to SATA or USB.
6. What is the maximum capacity of an IDE hard drive?

Most IDE hard drives range from a few hundred megabytes to 500GB, though practical support depends on your system’s BIOS limitations.
7. Can IDE hard drives be used for external storage?

Yes. By using an IDE-to-USB adapter or external IDE enclosure, you can repurpose an IDE hard drive as an external storage device.