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HGST

HGST Travelstar 0J26053 320 GB 2.5" laptop hard drive 7200 RPM 32 MB cache SATA 6.0Gb/s

SKU CH-9W1E-RNVA2 MPN 0J26053

A 320 GB 2.5-inch laptop hard drive spinning at 7200 RPM with 32 MB cache and SATA 6.0Gb/s interface

  • PackagingBare Drive
  • InterfaceSATA 6.0Gb/s
  • Capacity320GB
  • Cache32MB
  • RPM7200 RPM
  • Form Factor2.5"
  • 7200 RPM spindle delivers responsive system performance
  • 32 MB cache accelerates frequent read and write tasks
  • SATA 6.0Gb/s interface provides high-throughput data transfer
  • 320 GB capacity stores operating system and everyday files
  • 5 inch form factor fits standard laptop drive bays

320 GB 2.5-inch SATA laptop drive

The HGST Travelstar 0J26053 is a 320 GB internal hard drive built for 2.5-inch laptop bays. It spins at 7200 RPM and provides a 32 MB cache over a SATA 6.0Gb/s interface. The unit ships as a bare drive in OEM or retail packaging.

Suits upgrades needing speed over capacity

This drive suits owners of older laptops or external enclosures that accept a 2.5-inch SATA disk and want the responsiveness of 7200 RPM. Buyers who need more storage space or a solid-state replacement should look at higher-capacity or SSD alternatives.

SATA 6.0Gb/s interface decides compatibility

The single specification that decides fit is the SATA 6.0Gb/s interface combined with the 2.5-inch form factor. Verify that the target system has a matching SATA port and physical bay before purchase.

Highlights

  • 7200 RPM spindle delivers responsive system performance
  • 32 MB cache accelerates frequent read and write tasks
  • SATA 6.0Gb/s interface provides high-throughput data transfer
  • 320 GB capacity stores operating system and everyday files
  • 5 inch form factor fits standard laptop drive bays

Specifications

BrandHGST
SeriesProduct Line:Travelstar
PackagingBare Drive
InterfaceSATA 6.0Gb/s
Capacity320GB
Cache32MB
RPM7200 RPM
Form Factor2.5"
Shipping weight0.08 kg
Package size102 × 74 × 10 mm

Questions about this item

How do I install the 2.5-inch SATA 6.0Gb/s drive in my laptop, and what step is often missed?

Slide the drive into the 2.5-inch bay, connect the SATA data and power cables, then secure it with the caddy screws; the step often missed is tightening those screws so vibration does not loosen the SATA connection.

What maintenance or replacement will the 7200 RPM 320 GB drive need later?

No scheduled maintenance is required; listen for new clicking or grinding noises and run SMART checks periodically — if reallocated sectors rise, replace the drive.

What limit appears first on the 32 MB cache drive during sustained writes?

The 7200 RPM platters and 32 MB cache set the sustained transfer ceiling; once the cache fills, write speed drops to the native media rate.

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