Pretty new on computers, most advanced thing i've done is update drivers or install an os. Do i need to buy anything else in order to get this to work as RAID?

You need at least two similar, preferably the same model and size. You need your power supply to have cables and enough power; a drive cage and space to attach them. Finally, software or hardware based RAID setup. Better study it first. Disks may last longer than SSD’s, but are never as fast, by 10x or mor more, eap in a RAID config!

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Reliable everyday computing
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Free Acronis True Image WD Edition cloning software
Massive capacity up to 6TB
2-year limited warranty

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Technical Information

Storage Capacity: 500 GB
Platform Supported: PC

Drive Performance

Spindle Speed (rpm): 5400
Buffer: 64 MB

Network & Communication

Wireless LAN: No

Interfaces/Ports

Drive Interface: SATA
Drive Interface Standard: SATA/600

Physical Characteristics

Drive Type: Internal
Form Factor: 3.5"
Height: 1"
Width: 4"
Depth: 5.8"
Weight (Approximate): 15.87 oz

Miscellaneous

Operating System Compatibility: Windows 10
Operating System Compatibility: Windows 8.1
Device Supported: Desktop PC
Device Supported: Notebook
Environmentally Friendly: Yes

Model
Brand	WD
Series	Blue
Model	WD5000AZRZ
Packaging	Bare Drive

Performance
Interface	SATA 6.0Gb/s
Capacity	500GB
NAND Flash Memory Type	Hard Drive
RPM	5400 RPM
Cache	64MB

Features
Features	Storage Capacity Up to 6TB Boost your PC storage with WD Blue drives, the brand designed specifically for desktop and all-in-one PCs. The WD Blue family now delivers data storage capacities up to 6TB. Improve PC Performance Pair a larger capacity drive with an SSD to give your desktop a performance and storage boost. The SSD maximizes speed of data access, while the WD Blue drive stores up to 6TB of movies, games, files, applications and more. Upgrade and Backup with Ease WD hard drives come with free access to WD Acronis True Image. Backup and restore functions make it easy to save and retrieve your personal data without the need to reinstall the OS. Trust in WD Customers around the world know that WD's reliability is legendary. Every WD Blue drive is designed, tested and built to last. Future-Proof Your Storage With better technology comes bigger storage needs. Cameras that record ultra-high definition video at 4K resolution at 30 frames per second require a ton of storage. Handling all that media is a snap with our 6TB drive. NoTouch Ramp Load Technology Safely positions the recording head off the disk surface to protect your data. IntelliSeek Calculates optimum seek speeds to lower power consumption, noise and vibration.
Usage	For Daily Computing

Dimensions
Form Factor	3.5"
Height (maximum)	26.10mm
Width (maximum)	101.60mm
Length (maximum)	147.00mm

Additional Information
First Listed on Newegg	November 18, 2015

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Limited Warranty period (parts): 2 years
Limited Warranty period (labor): 2 years
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Return for replacement within: 30 days
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Support Phone: 1-800-275-4932
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