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Silver 2.5 inch enterprise hard drive with SATA connector

Seagate

Seagate ST2000NX0253Product 2 TB 2.5" 7200 RPM SATA 128 MB internal hard drive

SKU CH-P1M0-GHMHZ MPN ST2000NX0253Product

A 2.5-inch, 7200 RPM enterprise hard drive with 2 TB capacity, 128 MB cache and 136 MB/s sustained transfer rate for nearline storage

  • NAND Flash Memory TypeSLC
  • 2 TB capacity fits more data in a 2.5" bay
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers 136 MB/s sustained transfer
  • 128 MB buffer smooths burst workloads
  • SATA 600 interface integrates with existing controllers
  • Seagate Secure technology protects stored data

Enterprise 2.5-inch 2 TB drive

The Seagate Enterprise Capacity 2.5 HDD delivers 2000 GB in a 2.5-inch form factor with a 7200 RPM spindle and a 128 MB buffer. It connects through a SATA 600 interface and is built for nearline workloads that need high capacity in a small footprint. Sustained transfer reaches 136 MB/s. The drive uses 512E sector formatting and includes Seagate Secure technology for bulk data protection.

Installation notes

The drive fits standard 2.5-inch SATA bays and uses the same SATA data and power connectors as other SATA drives. No special drivers are required for the SATA 600 interface. Ensure the mounting screws match the thread pattern of your tray or cage. The 512E format works with modern operating systems, but older systems that expect 512-native sectors may need a firmware update or may not recognise the full capacity.

Compatibility checks

Verify that your controller or backplane supports SATA 600 speeds and 2.5-inch 7200 RPM drives. Confirm the system can supply adequate power for a 7200 RPM enterprise drive. Check that the BIOS or RAID controller recognises 512E sector drives and that the operating system supports the 2 TB capacity. Ensure physical clearance for a 2.5-inch drive in the intended bay or enclosure.

Highlights

  • 2 TB capacity fits more data in a 2.5" bay
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers 136 MB/s sustained transfer
  • 128 MB buffer smooths burst workloads
  • SATA 600 interface integrates with existing controllers
  • Seagate Secure technology protects stored data

Specifications

BrandSeagate
NAND Flash Memory TypeSLC

Questions about this item

How can I verify the drive is running at 7200 RPM with a sustained transfer rate of 136MB/s after installation?

Use a benchmark tool such as CrystalDiskMark or HD Tune to measure sequential read speeds; a result near 136 MB/s confirms the drive is performing to its rated sustained transfer rate.

What comes in the box and do I need to buy a SATA cable or mounting bracket separately?

The drive is shipped in OEM packaging, so only the bare unit is included; a SATA data cable, SATA power lead and 2.5-inch mounting bracket or tray must be sourced separately.

Which capacity version of the ST2000NX0253 should I choose for a nearline storage array?

This model is offered only in a 2 TB capacity with a 128 MB buffer and SATA/600 interface, so the single listed version is the one to select.

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