Name: HCS725025VLAT80 HGST 250GB 7200RPM 8MB Ultra ATA/133 3.5" IDE Hard Drive
Brand: HGST
SKU: HCS725025VLAT80
Price: 246.60 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HGST CinemaStar 7K500 is a 250GB, 7200 RPM internal hard drive equipped with an 8MB buffer and an Ultra ATA/133 interface for reliable data transfer. Designed specifically for multimedia applications, it comes in a 3.5" form factor, ensuring compatibility with standard desktop systems. With its optimized performance for high-definition content, low noise operation, and durable design, it’s an excellent choice for digital video recorders and similar devices.

General Information
Brand	HGST
Part Number	HCS725025VLAT80
Series	CinemaStar 7K500

Technical Information
Capacity	250GB
Drive Type	Internal Hard Drive
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Cache	8MB
Spindle Speed	7200 RPM

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	ATA-133

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes

Product Description
The HGST CinemaStar 7K500 is a 250GB internal hard drive optimized for multimedia applications and storage. With a rotational speed of 7200 RPM, this drive delivers efficient performance for a variety of data needs. The 8MB buffer and Ultra ATA/133 (ATA-7) interface provide reliable data transfer, making it suitable for environments that require consistent read and write operations. The 3.5-inch form factor ensures compatibility with standard desktop systems, while its design caters specifically to the demands of multimedia content, including high-definition video and audio files. Key Features: 250GB Storage Capacity: Perfect for storing a wide range of data files, including multimedia content. 7200 RPM Rotational Speed: Provides fast and reliable performance for multimedia applications. 8MB Buffer: Enhances data access speeds, improving overall read/write performance. Ultra ATA/133 Interface: Ensures smooth and reliable data transfers with speeds up to 133MB/s. 3.5" Form Factor: Compatible with most desktop systems, making installation straightforward. Multimedia Optimization: Designed specifically for use in digital video recorders (DVRs) and set-top boxes. Quiet Operation: Engineered for low noise levels, ensuring a better user experience in multimedia environments. Durable Design: Built to withstand the demands of continuous operation in multimedia applications. The HCS725025VLAT80 is a reliable choice for users needing efficient and dependable storage for their multimedia data.

Use Cases
The HGST CinemaStar 7K500 hard drive is commonly utilized in environments that manage multimedia storage and playback, particularly where sustained data throughput and reliability are critical. Its design caters to digital video recorders, media servers, and other desktop systems requiring dependable storage for high-definition content. How It's Used: Deployment in digital video recorders for continuous recording and playback in residential or commercial security setups. Integration into media server platforms used by small-to-medium businesses to store and stream multimedia content. Use in desktop editing workstations handling video post-production requiring consistent access to large multimedia files. Incorporation within embedded systems for broadcast equipment where stable and low-noise operation is essential. Deployment in home theater PC setups to enable seamless playback and storage of HD video libraries. This hard drive supports operational efficiency in multimedia-heavy environments by balancing speed and reliability, ensuring smooth handling of video data streams. Its compatibility with standard desktop interfaces allows scalable integration into existing infrastructures without requiring specialized hardware upgrades.