Seagate Barracuda 500GB SATA 2.5" Internal Hard Drive ST500LM030 Brand New

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Identifiers
Model Seagate ST500LM030
MPN Seagate ST500LM030
Dimensions / Weight
Key Features
.Shock Tolerance operating 400 g @ 2 ms
Average latency
The typical time delay, measured in milliseconds, between a request and its response for storage devices such as hard drives or SSDs. It reflects how quickly data can be accessed from the device and is useful for comparing performance across similar products.
5.6 ms
Average seek time
The average time, expressed in milliseconds (ms), that a hard drive or similar storage device takes to position its read/write head over the correct track before data transfer can begin. It reflects the overall responsiveness of the device and is used by consumers and technicians to compare performance across models.
13 ms
Buffer size
The amount of data that a device can temporarily store in its internal memory before processing or transferring it. The value is expressed with a digital capacity unit (e.g., kilobytes, megabytes). This attribute helps understand the performance and efficiency of hardware when handling information streams.
128 MB
Bytes per sector
The number of bytes contained in each storage sector of a device, indicating the smallest unit of data that can be read or written by the medium.
4096
Capacity
The total amount of space or volume that a product can hold, expressed in an appropriate unit such as GB, MB, TB for digital storage or L, ml, cl for liquid capacity. This attribute helps users compare how much content a device or container can accommodate.
512000 MB
Certifications
A list of formal recognitions, compliance marks, or standards that a product meets. Each entry may be a single certification (e.g., "RoHS") or a group of related certifications separated by commas (e.g., "CE, FCC, RoHS"). The attribute captures all applicable regulatory, environmental, safety, and quality approvals for the item.
Halogen Free, RoHS Compliance, Multi-Tier Caching Technology
Colour
The colour or combination of colours that a product is available in, expressed as common names such as "Black", "Silver" or comma‑separated lists like "Black, White". It indicates the visual appearance of the item for consumers.
Silver
Compatible Bay
List of physical bay sizes that the product can accommodate, such as 2.5" or 3.5" hard‑drive bays and M.2 2280 SSD slots. Each value indicates a standard enclosure or slot that the device supports, allowing users to determine which storage components will fit.
2.5"
Compliant Standards RoHS
Data transfer rates
The highest theoretical speed at which a device can send or receive data, expressed in bits per second (bps) or its multiples such as kbps, mbps, gbps, etc. It represents the upper bound of throughput under optimal conditions and is useful for comparing performance across devices and interfaces.
600 MB/s
Depth
The linear measurement of an object from front to back or top to bottom, expressed in a physical unit such as millimeters, centimeters, inches, etc. It indicates how deep the item is and can be used for fitting, compatibility, or spatial planning.
100.3 mm
Device type
The general classification of a product, such as tablet, smartphone, router, or computer. It indicates the primary function or form factor that helps buyers quickly identify and compare similar items.
Hard drive - internal
Dimensions
The pixel dimensions of a display or image, expressed as width by height (e.g., 1920x1080). It indicates how many pixels are used to render the visual content and is commonly used for monitors, TVs, smartphones, cameras, and digital images.
7mm Depth (WxHxD mm)
Disk Capacity
The total amount of digital storage that a disk drive—whether internal or external—can hold, expressed as a numeric value with an appropriate unit such as GB, MB, or TB. This attribute helps users understand how much data can be stored on the device and compare different drives.
500 GB
Disk speed
The maximum rotational speed of a hard‑disk drive’s spindle, expressed in revolutions per minute (RPM). This value indicates how fast the drive’s platters spin and is useful for comparing performance or suitability across different models.
5400RPM
Drive interface
The physical or logical interface used by a hard drive to connect with other components, such as SATA, SAS, USB, or PCI Express. It indicates the technology that enables data transfer and power delivery between the device and its host system.
SATA III
Edition
A brief statement indicating the edition or version of a product, such as "Reprint", "New Edition", or a numeric edition number like "2nd edition". It identifies which specific release of the item is being referenced.
Guardian BarraCuda
Enclosure Type
The form or mounting style of a hardware component, such as internal, portable, desktop, rack‑mountable, or external. It indicates how the device is physically housed and where it can be installed.
Internal
Flash memory size
The total amount of internal flash storage available in a device, expressed as a digital capacity such as megabytes (MB) or gigabytes (GB). This attribute indicates how much data can be stored on the device’s non‑volatile memory for operating systems, applications, and user files.
N/A
Harmonized System HS code
The Harmonized System (HS) code is a standardized numerical identifier used internationally to classify traded goods. It consists of up to six digits, where each pair of digits represents progressively more specific product categories. The HS code facilitates customs duties, trade statistics, and regulatory compliance by providing a common language for describing products across borders.
84717050
HDD Purpose
The intended use or application of a hard drive, such as "Desktop", "NAS", "Enterprise" or "Surveillance". This attribute helps customers quickly identify the appropriate type of storage for their needs.
Desktop
HDD sustained transfer rate
The average speed at which a storage device can read or write data under typical operating conditions, expressed in megabytes per second (MiB/s). This value reflects the sustained throughput that users can expect during continuous data transfers.
140 MiB/s
HDD Type
The underlying storage technology used by the product, such as solid‑state drive (SSD), hard disk drive (HDD), embedded multi‑media card (eMMC) or a combination of these. It indicates the performance, durability and typical use cases for the device’s internal or external storage.
HDD
Heads
The total count of read/write head assemblies present in an internal hard disk drive (HDD). Each head accesses data on one platter surface; the number of heads indicates how many platters can be serviced simultaneously and influences drive capacity and performance.
2
Interface
The physical or logical interface used by a device to connect with other components, such as USB, PCI Express, SATA, Ethernet, Thunderbolt, DisplayPort, or similar standards. It indicates the technology that enables data transfer and power delivery between the product and its peripherals.
SATA 3.0 (6Gb/s)
Interfaces SATA 6 Gb/s
Load/unload cycles
The total count of times a product is loaded and unloaded during its expected lifetime or usage period. This value helps users gauge the durability and reliability of devices that require frequent loading, such as storage drives, printers, or industrial equipment.
600,000
NCQ
Indicates whether the product is designed to be used in a Network Attached Storage (NAS) environment, such as supporting multiple drive bays and continuous operation.
No
Non-operating shock
The mass of a component or device measured while it is not operating, expressed in grams. This value represents the total weight that the unit can sustain during shock testing and includes any internal parts and packaging if specified.
1000 G
Non-recoverable errors
The frequency at which a storage device encounters non‑recoverable errors, expressed as the number of errors per a fixed amount of data read or written (e.g., per 10^14 bits). This metric indicates the reliability and data integrity performance of the device during both read and write operations.
1 per 10^14
Operating relative humidity
The range of relative humidity (in percentage) within which the product is designed to operate reliably. Values are expressed as a minimum–maximum interval such as "20 - 80 %" and indicate the acceptable environmental moisture level for optimal performance.
5 - 95%
Operating shock 400 G
Operating voltage
The electrical voltage that a device is designed to operate at, expressed in volts (V). It may represent a single nominal value or a range indicating the minimum and maximum supply voltages compatible with the product. This attribute helps users verify that their power source matches the device’s requirements.
5 V
Pack quantity
The total number of individual units contained within a single package or bundle. This value helps customers understand how many pieces they receive when purchasing the product, and it is useful for inventory, shipping, and comparison purposes.
1
Power consumption (read) 1.6 W
Power consumption idle
The electrical power drawn by a device when it is powered on but not performing any active tasks, expressed in watts (W). This value represents the minimal energy usage during idle or standby periods and can be used to estimate background consumption or compare efficiency across similar products.
0.45 W
Power consumption write
The electrical power drawn by a device while it is writing data to storage or memory, expressed in watts (W). This value represents the peak energy usage during write operations and can be used to assess performance and efficiency of storage devices.
1.7 W
Recording technology SMR
RoHS compliance
Indicates whether the product is manufactured in accordance with the RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) directive, which limits the use of certain hazardous materials in electrical and electronic equipment.
Yes
Shock non operating
The mass, in grams, of a component or device that has been tested to determine its ability to withstand a non‑operating shock event. This value represents the total weight of the unit—including any internal parts and packaging if specified—used during the shock test.
1000Gs for 1ms
SSHD
Indicates whether the product is a solid‑state hybrid drive (SSHD), combining flash memory with a traditional spinning disk to provide faster access and larger capacity than a standard HDD.
No
Storage drive adapter included
Indicates whether a storage‑drive adapter is supplied with the product. A value of "Yes" means an adapter is included in the package, while "No" indicates that no adapter is provided and must be purchased separately.
No
Weight
The mass of the product expressed in a standard unit such as grams or kilograms. It represents how heavy the item is and can be used for shipping calculations, handling instructions, or consumer information.
90 g
Width
The horizontal measurement of a product, expressed in a linear unit such as millimetres or inches. It indicates how wide the item is from one side to the other and is used for sizing, fitting, and compatibility purposes.
69.8 mm
Seagate

Seagate is a brand of computer hard drives and storage solutions. The company produces a wide range of products for both personal and business use, including external hard drives, solid state drives, and storage systems. Seagate is one of the leading providers of storage solutions in the world, and its products are known for their quality and reliability.