Question about replacement hard drive

I sent my hard drive in like a week ago or something and I am getting the replacement hard drive soon cause my hard drive was still under warranty, I’m wondering if the replacement hard drive is used or can I install windows 7 or vista on it??

The replacement must likely be a recertified unit and you will be able to install the OS you desire.

Hello,

WD ships recertified drives as replacements. Whit no Operating System installed, therefore you can install any OS of your preference.

Okay cool thanks. Do you know how long it takes for someone to get a replacement hard drive?? I live in Canada btw.

According to the WD website:

3 to 5 business days if Advance RMA

5 to 7 business days if Standard RMA

Still haven’t got it yet and it’s been around 9 business days.