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Silver 2.5 inch laptop hard drive bare drive

HGST

HGST 0A72335 Travelstar 7K500 500GB 7200 RPM 16MB SATA 3.0Gb/s 2.5" laptop hard drive

SKU CH-KDYR-731TV MPN 0A72335

A 2.5" SATA laptop hard drive spinning at 7200 RPM with 500GB capacity and 16MB cache for faster system responsiveness

  • PackagingBare Drive
  • InterfaceSATA 3.0Gb/s
  • Capacity500GB
  • Cache16MB
  • Average Seek Time12ms
  • Average Latency4.2ms
  • Faster data access with 7200 RPM speed
  • Smooth multitasking backed by 16MB cache
  • Quick file transfers via SATA 3.0Gb/s interface
  • Efficient operation through low power consumption
  • Fits standard laptops with 2.5-inch form factor

500 GB 2.5-inch SATA drive

The HGST Travelstar 7K500 is a 500 GB 2.5-inch laptop internal hard drive that spins at 7200 RPM with a 16 MB cache. It connects through a SATA 3.0 Gb/s interface and is supplied as a bare drive. Fifth-generation technology and low power consumption are highlighted by the manufacturer.

Suits 7200 RPM upgrades.

This drive suits owners of compatible notebooks who want a 7200 RPM replacement or upgrade with 500 GB of storage. Buyers who need more capacity or a different interface should look at other options. The bare-drive packaging means no cables or brackets are included.

SATA 3.0 Gb/s interface decides fit

The single specification that decides compatibility is the SATA 3.0 Gb/s interface. Your system must support this connection standard for the drive to work. Verify the interface before purchase.

Highlights

  • Faster data access with 7200 RPM speed
  • Smooth multitasking backed by 16MB cache
  • Quick file transfers via SATA 3.0Gb/s interface
  • Efficient operation through low power consumption
  • Fits standard laptops with 2.5-inch form factor

Specifications

BrandHitachi GST
SeriesTravelstar 7K500
ModelHTS725050A9A364 (0A72335)
PackagingBare Drive
InterfaceSATA 3.0Gb/s
Capacity500GB
Cache16MB
Average Seek Time12ms
Average Latency4.2ms
RPM7200 RPM
FeaturesProven fifth-generation technology
Low power consumption
Form Factor2.5"
Shipping weight0.11 kg
Package size102 × 70 × 13 mm

Questions about this item

Will the 2.5" form factor fit my laptop's drive bay?

The drive uses the standard 2.5" form factor used by most laptops; verify your bay accepts a 2.5" SATA drive before purchasing

What is the correct way to connect the SATA 3.0Gb/s interface, and what mistake should I avoid?

Attach both the SATA data cable and the SATA power connector firmly; a common error is leaving the power connector partially seated, which prevents spin-up

How often should I expect to replace the 500GB 7200 RPM mechanism under normal use?

Mechanical drives vary by workload and environment; monitor SMART attributes and keep backups current so you can swap the drive before failure occurs

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