HGST
HGST Travelstar 5K500.B HTE545050B9A300 500 GB 2.5" laptop hard drive
2.5-inch SATA laptop hard drive with 500 GB capacity, 5400 RPM spindle speed and 8 MB cache
- InterfaceSATA
- Cache8MB
- RPM5400 RPM
- 500 GB capacity stores large media libraries
- 5400 RPM spindle speed delivers quiet everyday performance
- 8 MB cache buffers frequent read requests
- SATA 300 interface fits standard laptop drive bays
- 5 inch form factor matches common notebook slots
Product identity
The HGST Travelstar 5K500.B HTE545050B9A300 is a 500 GB internal hard drive built for 2.5-inch laptop bays. It connects through a SATA interface and spins at 5400 RPM with an 8 MB cache. The drive is supplied new and is intended as a direct replacement or upgrade for compatible notebooks.
Who it suits and who it does not
This drive suits owners of laptops or external enclosures that accept a 2.5-inch SATA hard drive and need 500 GB of mechanical storage. It is not suitable for systems that require a 7 mm z-height where the drive exceeds that dimension, nor for machines that only provide an M.2 slot without a 2.5-inch bay adapter.
Deciding specification
The SATA interface standard SATA/300 is the single specification that determines whether this drive will work in a given system. The host must provide a SATA data and power connection compatible with that standard for the drive to function.
Highlights
- 500 GB capacity stores large media libraries
- 5400 RPM spindle speed delivers quiet everyday performance
- 8 MB cache buffers frequent read requests
- SATA 300 interface fits standard laptop drive bays
- 5 inch form factor matches common notebook slots
Specifications
| Brand | HGST |
|---|---|
| Series | Travelstar |
| Interface | SATA |
| Cache | 8MB |
| RPM | 5400 RPM |
Questions about this item
Will the 2.5-inch SATA/300 interface work in my older laptop that still uses a SATA II controller?
Yes, the SATA/300 interface is backward compatible with SATA II controllers found in older laptops.
How can I confirm the 5400 RPM drive is operating correctly after installation?
The drive should be recognised in BIOS at its full 500 GB capacity and report a SATA/300 link speed.
Does the retail box include a mounting bracket or screws for a 2.5-inch bay, or must I source them separately?
Retail or OEM packing may vary; the drive itself is the only guaranteed item in the box.
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