Name: Seagate Momentus 5400.6 500GB 5400RPM SATA 3Gbps 8MB Cache 2.5-inch Hot-Swap Hard Drive
Brand: Seagate
SKU: ST9500325ASG
Price: 184.71 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (124 reviews)

Product Overview
The Seagate Momentus 5400.6 500GB hard drive delivers reliable storage with a focus on power efficiency, making it a common choice for laptop users. Its SATA 3Gbps interface and 8MB cache offer steady performance for everyday tasks, while the hot-swap feature adds convenience for quick drive changes or upgrades.

General Information
Brand	Seagate
Part Number	ST9500325ASG

Technical Information
Capacity	500GB
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Disk Format	2.5-inch SATA (SATA II, 3.0 Gbps)
Cache	8MB
Spindle Speed	5400 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
MTBF	600,000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SATA

Physical Characteristics
Height	9.5 mm
Width	69.85 mm
Depth	100.45 mm
Dimensions	9.5 x 69.85 x 100.45 mm
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	3.00

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

Product Description
The Seagate Momentus 5400.6 is a 2.5-inch hard drive designed primarily for laptops and portable devices. It offers reliable storage with a good balance between speed and power consumption, making it suitable for everyday computing tasks and data storage needs. Often found in notebook upgrades or as a replacement drive, it caters to users who need dependable performance without draining battery life quickly. Its hot-swap capability means it can be connected or removed without powering down the system, making maintenance easier for professionals and enthusiasts alike. Key Features Optimized for mobile environments with low power draw 8MB cache helps smooth out data transfer bursts Supports SATA 3Gbps for compatibility with many laptops Hot-swap functionality allows quick replacement without shutdown Quiet operation suitable for noise-sensitive environments This drive is commonly used in laptops, portable workstations, or external enclosures where storage expansion or replacement is needed. It provides a practical solution for users wanting to balance storage capacity with energy efficiency.

Use Cases
The Seagate Momentus 5400.6 500GB hard drive is primarily utilized in portable computing environments where power efficiency and reliable storage capacity are critical. It suits business professionals and field technicians who require consistent data access and moderate performance during mobile operations. How It's Used: Deployment in corporate laptops for sales and service teams requiring durable storage with balanced energy consumption. Integration into compact desktop replacements used by remote offices where hot-swappable drives facilitate quick hardware maintenance. Utilization in thin client devices within enterprise virtual desktop infrastructures to provide local caching and offline data access. Application in mobile point-of-sale terminals demanding reliable storage under intermittent operational conditions. Supporting educational institutions’ laptop fleets, providing sufficient capacity for coursework and administrative software. The drive’s energy-conscious design and hot-swap capability contribute to operational efficiency in mobile and remote environments, allowing organizations to maintain scalability and uptime without sacrificing data integrity during hardware swaps or upgrades.