Seagate
Seagate ST500LM024 500GB 7200 RPM 32MB SATA 6.0Gb/s 2.5" 7mm laptop hard drive
A 7mm thin 2.5-inch laptop drive with 500GB capacity, 7200 RPM speed and FIPS 140-2 hardware encryption
- InterfaceSATA 6.0Gb/s
- Capacity500GB
- Cache32MB
- Average Seek Time11ms
- RPM7200 RPM
- FeaturesSlim-Computing Savvy - The first 7mm, 2.5-inch drive from Se
- 500 GB capacity stores large media libraries
- 7200 RPM spindle delivers responsive load times
- 7 mm z-height fits ultra-thin notebooks
- SED FIPS 140-2 encryption protects sensitive data
- 32 MB cache smooths burst workloads
Slim 7mm 500GB notebook drive
This Seagate Laptop Thin HDD delivers 500GB of storage in a 7mm high 2.5 inch form factor. It spins at 7200 RPM with a 32MB cache and connects through a SATA 6.0Gb/s interface. The drive includes hardware based SED encryption validated to FIPS 140-2.
Suits thin laptops needing encrypted storage
Builders upgrading a 7mm bay in a notebook or compact enclosure will find the height and SATA interface a direct fit. Buyers who need more than 500GB of capacity or a different physical height should consider other options. The 11ms average seek time reflects the mechanical nature of the drive.
SED FIPS 140-2 hardware encryption
The self encrypting drive controller meets the FIPS 140-2 standard for data at rest protection without software overhead. This single specification decides suitability for environments that mandate certified hardware encryption.
Highlights
- 500 GB capacity stores large media libraries
- 7200 RPM spindle delivers responsive load times
- 7 mm z-height fits ultra-thin notebooks
- SED FIPS 140-2 encryption protects sensitive data
- 32 MB cache smooths burst workloads
Specifications
| Brand | Seagate |
|---|---|
| Series | Laptop Thin HDD |
| Model | ST500LM024 |
| Interface | SATA 6.0Gb/s |
| Capacity | 500GB |
| Cache | 32MB |
| Average Seek Time | 11ms |
| RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Features | Slim-Computing Savvy - The first 7mm, 2.5-inch drive from Seagate now supports up to 500GB of data in a single disk design. - Standard 7mm form factor supported by a SATA 6Gb/s interface for easy integration into existing laptops. - Security built in: Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) features mitigate data breaches, comply with data protection regulations and preserve brand recognition. - Self-Encrypting Drives with FIPS 140-2 certification are approved for the U.S. and Canadian governments. Best-Fit Applications - Traditional laptops - Convertible and detachable storage - Slim consumer e |
| Form Factor | 2.5" |
| Height (maximum) | 7mm |
| Width (maximum) | 70.1mm |
| Length (maximum) | 100.55mm |
| Shipping weight | 0.07 kg |
| Package size | 135 × 81 × 15 mm |
Questions about this item
What capacity and speed combination does this drive offer?
This model provides 500GB of storage on a single platter spinning at 7200 RPM with a 32MB cache.
How does the 7200 RPM spindle affect everyday laptop performance?
The 7200 RPM speed and 11ms average seek time give quicker file access and application loading compared to slower drives.
What does the SATA 6.0Gb/s interface mean for real-world throughput?
The SATA 6.0Gb/s interface caps the maximum transfer rate at 600 MB/s, though actual speeds depend on the drive's mechanical limits.
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