| Brand | Seagate |
|---|---|
| Category | Laptop Hard Drives |
| Part number | 1KJ152-030 |
| Capacity | 500GB |
| Interface | SATA 2.5 Inch |
| Data transfer rate | 6Gbps |
| Form factor | 2.5 Inch |
| Best for | Laptops |
The Seagate ST500LM021 is a high-performance 500GB notebook hard drive designed for laptops, ultrabooks, mobile workstations, and compact computing systems. Featuring a 7200 RPM spindle speed, 32MB cache, SATA III 6Gb/s interface, and a slim 2.5-inch form factor, this drive delivers fast data access, improved system responsiveness, and dependable storage for everyday and professional computing applications.
Built with Seagate's thin-drive technology, the ST500LM021 is ideal for space-constrained devices that require a balance of performance, capacity, and energy efficiency. The faster 7200 RPM rotational speed provides quicker boot times, faster application launches, and enhanced file transfer performance compared to standard 5400 RPM notebook drives.
Key Features
- 500GB storage capacity
- 7200 RPM spindle speed
- 32MB cache buffer
- SATA III 6Gb/s interface
- 2.5-inch slim form factor
- Thin-drive design for modern laptops and compact systems
- Faster application loading and system responsiveness
- Energy-efficient operation for mobile environments
- Supports S.M.A.R.T. drive health monitoring
- Reliable Seagate mobile storage technology
Ideal Applications
- Laptop and notebook upgrades
- Ultrabooks and thin-profile systems
- Mobile workstations
- External USB storage enclosures
- Home and office computing
- Backup and multimedia storage
The Seagate ST500LM021 combines desktop-class 7200 RPM performance with a slim notebook-friendly design, making it an excellent choice for users seeking improved storage performance without moving to solid-state storage. Its robust architecture ensures reliable operation while providing the capacity needed for operating systems, applications, documents, and multimedia files.
Whether you're replacing a failed hard drive, upgrading a laptop for faster performance, or expanding portable storage capacity, the Seagate 1KJ152-030 / ST500LM021 500GB SATA Hard Drive offers a dependable and cost-effective storage solution backed by Seagate's trusted expertise in data storage technology.