Name: 1BC142-300 Seagate 500GB 7200RPM SATA 6Gb/s 3.5-inch Hard Drive
Brand: Seagate
SKU: 1BC142-300
Price: 346.82 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The 1BC142-300 Seagate 500GB 7200RPM SATA hard drive is designed to provide reliable, everyday storage for desktop computers. It fits standard 3.5-inch bays and connects via SATA 6Gb/s, offering a good balance of capacity and speed for typical computing tasks.

General Information
Brand	Seagate
Part Number	1BC142-300

Technical Information
Capacity	500GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	3.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s (SATA III)
Spindle Speed	7200 RPM
Hot Pluggable	No
Hot Swappable	No
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Desktop PC

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SATA

Physical Characteristics
Height	1.028
Width	4.00
Depth	5.79
Dimensions	1.028 x 4.00 x 5.79
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
This Seagate 500GB hard drive offers reliable storage with a spindle speed of 7200 RPM, making it suitable for standard desktop computing tasks. It's commonly used in personal computers and entry-level workstations where moderate storage and decent performance are required. Built for everyday users who need a balance between storage capacity and speed, this drive is often found in home or office setups handling documents, media files, and software applications. Its SATA 6Gb/s interface ensures compatibility with modern motherboards, improving overall data throughput. Key Features Provides ample space for files, programs, and backups 7200 RPM speed helps reduce load times compared to slower drives SATA 6Gb/s interface supports faster communication with the system Standard 3.5-inch size fits comfortably in desktop PC bays Durable design suited for continuous daily operation This hard drive is typically installed in desktop computers running general office or home applications, delivering steady performance without extra complexity. It’s a straightforward choice for users upgrading storage or replacing older drives without requiring high-end features.

Use Cases
The 1BC142-300 Seagate 500GB 7200RPM SATA hard drive is commonly deployed in desktop computing environments where reliable, moderate-capacity storage is required. It suits IT professionals managing office workstations and small business systems needing efficient local storage solutions without high enterprise-level demands. How It's Used: Storage upgrade for corporate desktop PCs running productivity and office applications. Local data repository in small business workstations supporting client management software. Secondary drive in developer machines for storing project files and version control repositories. Edge computing nodes requiring standard 3.5-inch storage for caching and temporary data processing. Media editing workstations where moderate file sizes are handled with consistent access speeds. This hard drive supports operational efficiency by providing dependable storage capacity and performance that align with typical desktop workloads. Its compatibility and throughput ensure smooth data handling that scales well in SMB and departmental IT infrastructures.