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Silver 3.5 inch SATA hard drive with green circuit board visible

Seagate

Seagate Barracuda 7200.10 ST3250310AS 250GB 3.5in SATA internal hard drive

SKU CH-3M7C-F7H3Y

A 250 GB 3.5-inch desktop hard drive spinning at 7200 RPM with a SATA 3 Gb/s interface and 8 MB cache

  • 250 GB capacity stores large media libraries
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers responsive desktop performance
  • 8 MB cache buffers frequent read and write operations
  • SATA 3 Gb/s interface connects to standard motherboards
  • 5 inch form factor fits typical drive bays

250 GB SATA desktop drive

The Seagate Barracuda 7200.10 ST3250310AS is a 250 GB 3.5 inch internal hard drive that spins at 7200 RPM and connects through a SATA 3 Gb/s interface. It is suited for desktop PCs that need basic storage capacity for operating systems, applications and everyday files. The 8 MB buffer helps smooth routine read and write operations. Buyers who want more storage or faster transfer rates should consider higher-capacity or solid-state alternatives.

No bundled accessories included

The product ships as a bare drive without cables, mounting brackets, installation software or adapters. You will need a spare SATA data cable and a SATA power connector from your power supply to install it. No drivers are required because the SATA interface is supported natively by modern operating systems. If your build lacks a free SATA port or power lead, you must source those separately before the drive can be used.

Check SATA port and 3.5 inch bay availability

Verify that your motherboard has an unused SATA 3 Gb/s port and that your case has an open 3.5 inch drive bay with mounting screws. Confirm the power supply provides a SATA power connector or an adapter for the drive's power input. The drive weighs 2.0 pounds, so ensure the bay can support that weight securely. No specific motherboard chipset or BIOS version is listed, so compatibility with older or newer platforms should be confirmed from your system documentation.

Highlights

  • 250 GB capacity stores large media libraries
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers responsive desktop performance
  • 8 MB cache buffers frequent read and write operations
  • SATA 3 Gb/s interface connects to standard motherboards
  • 5 inch form factor fits typical drive bays

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

Will the 8 MB cache on the ST3250310AS need any firmware updates or replacement over time?

The 8 MB buffer is a fixed hardware component on the drive's circuit board and does not require firmware updates or separate replacement during the drive's operational life.

What limits the ST3250310AS during sustained write workloads?

Sustained write performance is constrained by the 7200 RPM rotational speed and the 3 Gb/s SATA interface, which together govern the maximum continuous data rate the platters can deliver.

How much heat and noise does the ST3250310AS produce when running continuously?

As a 3.5-inch 7200 RPM mechanical drive, it generates audible seek noise and measurable heat during all-day operation, requiring standard case airflow for cooling.

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