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Silver 2.5 inch SATA hard drive with circuit board visible

HGST

HGST HTS545050A7E680 500GB 5400RPM 2.5" SATA internal hard drive

SKU CH-9A3D-1DHTT

A 500 GB, 5400 RPM internal hard drive with a 2.5 inch SATA interface and 8 MB cache

  • 500 GB capacity stores large media libraries and backups
  • 5400 RPM spindle speed balances quiet operation with reliable throughput
  • SATA 6 Gb/s interface provides broad laptop and desktop compatibility
  • 8 MB cache smooths burst read and write workloads
  • 5 inch form factor fits standard drive bays and caddies

500 GB 2.5-inch SATA drive

This new HGST drive provides 500 GB of storage in a 2.5-inch form factor. It spins at 5400 RPM and connects through a SATA 6 Gb/s interface. An 8 MB cache handles routine read and write operations.

Suits laptop upgrades and external enclosures

Buyers replacing a laptop drive or filling a 2.5-inch external enclosure will find the dimensions and SATA connector appropriate. The 5400 RPM spindle prioritises quiet operation over maximum transfer speed. Users who need sustained throughput for video editing or large database work should look at faster-spinning drives or solid-state alternatives.

5400 RPM rotational speed

The spindle speed of 5400 RPM is the specification that determines whether this drive meets a workload’s performance envelope. It governs the sequential and random access rates the mechanism can deliver. Match this figure against the application’s throughput requirements before purchasing.

Highlights

  • 500 GB capacity stores large media libraries and backups
  • 5400 RPM spindle speed balances quiet operation with reliable throughput
  • SATA 6 Gb/s interface provides broad laptop and desktop compatibility
  • 8 MB cache smooths burst read and write workloads
  • 5 inch form factor fits standard drive bays and caddies

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

Should I choose the 500GB version or a different capacity?

This model is offered as a single 500GB capacity, so there is no alternative size to select.

What does the 5400RPM speed mean for everyday use?

The 5400RPM spindle delivers typical laptop hard-drive throughput, suited for operating system boot, office applications and media storage.

How does the SATA 6Gb/s interface limit performance?

The SATA 6Gb/s link caps the maximum transfer rate at 6Gb/s, so sustained reads and writes cannot exceed that bandwidth.

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