WD5000AAKS-60Z1A0 PCB Swap

[romulluss]

Hi guys,

I have following WD hard drive:

WD5000AAKS-60Z1A0
Date: 19 Apr 2010
DCM: HANNNTJCAN
DCX: 4004Z4211

PCB:
2060-771640-002
REV P2
2061-771640-L02 01P XC BL01 0ADD L 0007410 0417

which is dead. I read a lot about this and other web sites suggest getting a donor PCB with same number: 2060-771640-002 REV P2 as it should be compatible.

Just to confirm with you, if I get one, is it possible just to swap PCBs for my hard drive to work again? If not, why?

Thank you in advance for your help!

[pcimage]

This has been discussed umpteen times on this forum.

Basically no, it won't work 99% for sure.

You either need to transfer the "adaptive" data from the bad board or recreate it.

The former is only possible if there is a "ROM" chip at position U12 on the PCB, and needs decent soldering skills. The latter is where there is no chip and if absolutely not DIY'able.

By "dead" I presume you mean totally silent, not a peep?

We can help in UK for a reasonable charge if required.