Seagate
Seagate BarraCuda 7200.14 ST3000DM001 3TB 7200 RPM 64MB SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive
A 3TB 7200 RPM desktop hard drive with 64MB cache and SATA 6.0Gb/s interface for daily computing
- PackagingBare Drive
- InterfaceSATA 6.0Gb/s
- Capacity3TB
- RPM7200 RPM
- Cache64MB
- FeaturesSeagate OptiCache technology improves performance by up to 4
- 3TB capacity stores large media libraries and backups
- 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers fast data access for daily tasks
- 64MB cache with OptiCache technology improves performance by up to 45%
- SATA 6.0Gb/s interface provides high-throughput connectivity
- 5-inch form factor fits standard desktop drive bays
3 TB desktop drive for everyday storage
This 3.5 inch SATA hard drive delivers 3000 GB of capacity at 7200 RPM with a 64 MB cache. It is built for daily computing workloads such as operating system boot, application storage and general file archives. The bare drive packaging suits system builders and upgraders who do not need retail accessories.
Thermals noise and power in typical desktop use
The 7200 RPM spindle speed produces audible seek noise and measurable vibration during sustained reads or writes. Power draw rises under heavy sequential load and drops during idle periods, consistent with mechanical desktop drives. No active cooling is included so case airflow must handle the heat generated by continuous operation.
Build quality and connector implications
The drive uses a standard SATA 6.0 Gb/s data connector and a standard SATA power connector for direct motherboard and PSU attachment. Mounting holes follow the 3.5 inch pattern with maximum dimensions of 146.99 mm length, 101.60 mm width and 26.11 mm height. The refurbished condition means the unit has been tested and restored to working order but may show minor cosmetic wear from prior use.
Highlights
- 3TB capacity stores large media libraries and backups
- 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers fast data access for daily tasks
- 64MB cache with OptiCache technology improves performance by up to 45%
- SATA 6.0Gb/s interface provides high-throughput connectivity
- 5-inch form factor fits standard desktop drive bays
Specifications
| Brand | Seagate |
|---|---|
| Series | BarraCuda 7200.14 |
| Model | ST3000DM001 |
| Packaging | Bare Drive |
| Interface | SATA 6.0Gb/s |
| Capacity | 3TB |
| RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Cache | 64MB |
| Features | Seagate OptiCache technology improves performance by up to 45% Seagate AcuTrac technology enables reliable read/write performance even in high touch operating environments Seagate SmartAlign technology for no-hassle transition to Advanced Format 4K sector technology Free DiscWizard software enables 3TB drive use on legacy PC BIOS as well as Windows XP-based systems SATA 6Gb/s maximizes data transfer rates |
| Usage | For Daily Computing |
| Form Factor | 3.5" |
| Height (maximum) | 26.11mm |
| Width (maximum) | 101.60mm |
| Length (maximum) | 146.99mm |
| Shipping weight | 0.63 kg |
| Package size | 152 × 124 × 28 mm |
Questions about this item
How do I install the ST3000DM001 into a desktop, and what step is often missed?
Mount the 3.5" drive using the standard screw holes, connect the SATA 6.0Gb/s data cable and the SATA power connector, then ensure the motherboard BIOS or OS disk management initialises the 3TB capacity so the full space becomes usable.
What maintenance or replacement will the ST3000DM001 need over time?
As a mechanical 7200 RPM hard drive with 64MB cache, it has moving parts that can wear; plan to replace the unit if SMART attributes report reallocated sectors, seek errors, or unusual noise during sustained daily computing workloads.
What limit appears first when the ST3000DM001 runs under sustained heavy use?
The 7200 RPM platters and 64MB cache set the sustained transfer ceiling; under continuous heavy I/O the mechanical throughput and cache capacity become the bottleneck before the SATA 6.0Gb/s interface saturates.
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