SAMSUNG
SAMSUNG HM500LI 500GB 5400 RPM 8MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s 2.5" laptop hard drive
A 2.5-inch 500 GB laptop hard drive spinning at 5400 RPM with 8 MB cache and a SATA 3.0 Gb/s interface
- PackagingBare Drive
- InterfaceSATA 3.0Gb/s
- Capacity500GB
- Cache8MB
- Average Seek Time12ms
- Average Latency5.6ms
- 500 GB capacity stores large media libraries
- 5400 RPM spindle speed balances speed and quiet operation
- 8 MB cache buffer accelerates frequent data access
- Three-platter design fits half-terabyte in standard 9.5 mm height
- SATA 3.0 Gb/s interface connects to most laptops
Ideal storage upgrade
This Samsung Spinpoint M6 HM500LI is a 500GB 2.5-inch internal hard drive designed for notebook computers. It connects via a SATA 3.0Gb/s interface and spins at 5400 RPM with an 8MB cache. The three-platter design fits the standard 9.5mm Z-height used in most laptops.
Not for speed-critical workloads
The 5400 RPM spindle speed and 12ms average seek time suit general file storage, backups and everyday applications. Users who need faster boot times, quicker application launches or sustained high-throughput editing should consider solid-state alternatives instead.
Interface decides fit
The drive uses the SATA 3.0Gb/s interface, so the host system must provide a compatible SATA port and 2.5-inch drive bay. Verify that your laptop or enclosure supports this connection before purchase.
Highlights
- 500 GB capacity stores large media libraries
- 5400 RPM spindle speed balances speed and quiet operation
- 8 MB cache buffer accelerates frequent data access
- Three-platter design fits half-terabyte in standard 9.5 mm height
- SATA 3.0 Gb/s interface connects to most laptops
Specifications
| Brand | SAMSUNG |
|---|---|
| Series | Spinpoint M6 |
| Model | HM500LI |
| Packaging | Bare Drive |
| Interface | SATA 3.0Gb/s |
| Capacity | 500GB |
| Cache | 8MB |
| Average Seek Time | 12ms |
| Average Latency | 5.6ms |
| RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Features | World's First Three-platter Half-terabyte for Note PC Half-terabyte Mobile Drive: Three-disk Solution in Standard 9.5mm Z-height Superior Performance Low Power and Low Acoustic Noise Special Features for Premium Notebook PCs |
| Form Factor | 2.5" |
| Shipping weight | 0.11 kg |
| Package size | 102 × 70 × 11 mm |
Questions about this item
Does the 2.5" 9.5mm height fit my laptop bay?
The 2.5" form factor and 9.5mm Z-height match the standard laptop drive bay used in most notebooks.
What is the correct way to connect the SATA 3.0Gb/s interface?
Align the L-shaped SATA data and power connectors, press straight in until seated, and secure the drive with the laptop's mounting screws.
How long will the three-platter 5400 RPM mechanism last?
The three-disk 5400 RPM design is rated for typical notebook workloads; plan replacement when SMART attributes show reallocated sectors or seek errors rise.
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