Seagate
Seagate Momentus 7200.1 ST980825AS 80GB 7200 RPM 8MB Cache SATA 1.5Gb/s 2.5" laptop hard drive
A 2.5 inch laptop hard drive with 80GB capacity, 7200 RPM speed and 8MB cache on a SATA 1.5Gb/s interface
- PackagingBare Drive
- InterfaceSATA 1.5Gb/s
- Capacity80GB
- Cache8MB
- Average Latency4.2ms
- RPM7200 RPM
- Faster data access with 7200 RPM spindle speed
- Responsive multitasking backed by 8 MB cache
- SATA 1.5 Gb/s interface for broad laptop compatibility
- Quiet operation and longer battery life from FDB motor
- Compact 2.5 inch 9.5 mm form factor fits standard bays
80 GB SATA 1.5Gb/s laptop drive
This Seagate Momentus 7200.1 ST980825AS is a 2.5 inch internal hard drive built for notebook computers. It spins at 7200 RPM with an 8 MB cache and connects through a SATA 1.5 Gb/s interface. The 9.5 mm height fits most standard laptop drive bays. Condition is new.
Suits older notebooks needing mechanical storage
Builders repairing legacy laptops that require a SATA 1.5 Gb/s 2.5 inch drive will find this part a direct match. Buyers who want more storage capacity or a faster interface should look at something else. The 7200 RPM spindle and 4.2 ms average latency serve everyday productivity workloads.
SATA 1.5Gb/s interface decides compatibility
The single specification that decides fit is the SATA 1.5 Gb/s interface combined with the 2.5 inch 9.5 mm form factor. Only systems designed for that exact interface and physical size will accept the drive. Verify the host connector and bay height before purchase.
Highlights
- Faster data access with 7200 RPM spindle speed
- Responsive multitasking backed by 8 MB cache
- SATA 1.5 Gb/s interface for broad laptop compatibility
- Quiet operation and longer battery life from FDB motor
- Compact 2.5 inch 9.5 mm form factor fits standard bays
Specifications
| Brand | Seagate |
|---|---|
| Series | Momentus 7200.1 |
| Model | ST980825AS |
| Packaging | Bare Drive |
| Interface | SATA 1.5Gb/s |
| Capacity | 80GB |
| Cache | 8MB |
| Average Latency | 4.2ms |
| RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Features | Highest available laptop performance for maximum productivity Superb reliability Rugged mobility Whisper-quiet acoustics Low power consumption |
| Form Factor | 2.5" |
| Height (maximum) | 9.5mm |
| Shipping weight | 0.09 kg |
| Package size | 102 × 70 × 25 mm |
Questions about this item
Will the 9.5mm height of this 2.5" drive fit my laptop bay?
The drive measures 9.5mm tall, which matches the standard 2.5" laptop bay height used in most notebooks.
Does the SATA 1.5Gb/s interface need a jumper or driver to work?
No jumper is required; the SATA 1.5Gb/s connection is plug-and-play and the NCQ feature activates automatically when the host controller supports it.
What part wears out first on a 7200 RPM FDB motor drive?
The Fluid Dynamic Bearing motor is rated for long life, but the mechanical actuator and platters remain the components most likely to need replacement after years of use.
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