HGST HTS725050A9A364Product Travelstar 7K500 500 GB 2.5" 7200 RPM 16 MB SATA/300 internal hard drive

HGST Travelstar 7K500 500 GB 2.5" internal hard

This new HGST Travelstar 7K500 is a 500 GB internal hard drive in a 2.5 inch form factor. It operates at 7200 RPM with a 16 MB buffer and connects through a SATA interface running to the SATA/300 standard. The drive is designed for notebook and compact system upgrades.

Suited for notebook and small-form-factor upgrades

The 2.5 inch size and SATA interface make this drive a direct fit for many laptops and space-constrained desktops. Its 7200 RPM spindle speed provides responsive performance for everyday multitasking. Builders who need a 3.5 inch form factor or a larger capacity than 500 GB should look at other drives.

SATA/300 interface and 7200 RPM spindle speed

The drive communicates over a SATA/300 connection, delivering up to 300 MB/s theoretical bandwidth. The 7200 RPM rotation rate and 16 MB cache determine the sustained throughput and access latency you will see in use. Verify that your system supports SATA/300 on a 2.5 inch bay before purchasing.