The Dell 500 GB Internal Hard Drive offers an ideal data storage solution for your Dell Systems. It enables the host system to optimize storage of data with its 'Smooth Stream' technology which gives the host control over the drive’s error recovery process. It incorporates up to 16 MB cache and Serial ATA II 3.0 Gbps interface to enable faster data access and better power management to the system. The hard drive also includes Fluid Dynamic Bearing Spindle Motors for minimizing acoustical noise, and improving reliability. The 500 GB hard drive capacity proves ideal for demanding, high-capacity Internet, digital audio, video streaming, and real-time multimedia applications. This product has been tested and validated on Dell systems. It is supported by Dell Technical Support when used with a Dell system.