Name: 1E9142-033 Seagate 500GB 5400RPM SATA 6Gbps 2.5-Inch Hard Drive
Brand: Seagate
SKU: 1E9142-033
Price: 299.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Seagate 500GB 5400RPM SATA 2.5-inch hard drive offers straightforward storage designed for portable and compact devices. It fits neatly into laptops or external drives, providing moderate speed with energy efficiency and quiet operation. This drive works well for users looking to expand storage without requiring high-end performance or the noise of faster drives.

General Information
Brand	Seagate
Part Number	1E9142-033

Technical Information
Capacity	500GB
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Disk Format	2.5-inch SATA (SATA III 6Gb/s)
Cache	8MB
Spindle Speed	5400 RPM
Hot Pluggable	No
Hot Swappable	No
Hybrid Drive	No
MTBF	600000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SATA

Physical Characteristics
Height	9.5 mm
Width	69.85 mm
Depth	100.2 mm
Dimensions	9.5 mm x 69.85 mm x 100.2 mm
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	3.00

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

Product Description
This Seagate 500GB hard drive provides reliable storage with a moderate spindle speed of 5400RPM, making it suitable for laptops, external enclosures, and similar devices where quieter operation and low power consumption matter. It's commonly found in portable computers and budget desktop setups that require a balance between capacity and performance. Engineered for users who need dependable storage without the higher noise or heat output of faster drives, this hard drive is often chosen by students, professionals, and casual users alike. Its SATA 6Gbps interface ensures compatibility with most modern systems and delivers swift data access for everyday tasks. Key Features 500GB capacity caters to general storage requirements 5400RPM rotation speed reduces noise and power use Compatible with SATA 6Gbps for efficient data transfers Compact 2.5-inch size fits a wide range of devices Reliable Seagate build quality for everyday use This hard drive is typically installed in laptops or used as additional storage in external drives. It performs well for storing documents, media, and applications without demanding high-speed performance, making it a practical choice for many day-to-day computing needs.

Use Cases
The Seagate 500GB 5400RPM SATA 2.5-inch hard drive is ideal for compact computing environments where moderate storage capacity and energy efficiency are prioritized. It is particularly suited for laptop users, small business mobile workstations, and embedded systems requiring reliable storage without high power consumption. How It's Used: Expanding storage in business laptops used by mobile professionals for document management and light multimedia tasks. Deployments in portable external hard drives for field technicians needing durable, quiet storage solutions. Integration into entry-level thin clients or kiosks where low power and noise levels are critical. Use in small office or remote branch office desktop systems requiring cost-effective storage upgrades. Incorporation into embedded industrial devices where compact form factor and reliable moderate-speed storage are necessary. This hard drive supports operational efficiency by balancing storage capacity with energy consumption and noise reduction, making it suitable for environments where sustainable performance and portability are valued. Its compatibility with SATA 6Gbps interfaces ensures smooth integration without demanding high-performance throughput, aligning with scalable storage needs in business-centric settings.