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ST1000LM016 - Seagate 1TB 5400RPM SATA 6Gb/s 2.5-inch Hard Drive
- 1TB storage capacity
- 2.5-inch form factor
- 5400RPM rotational speed
- SATA 6Gb/s interface
- 128MB cache
- Low power consumption
- Suitable for laptops and external enclosures
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Capacity
- 1TB
- Form Factor
- 2.5-inch
- Interface
- SATA 6Gb/s
- Rotational Speed
- 5400RPM
- Cache
- 128MB
- Drive Type
- HDD
Product details
The Seagate ST1000LM016 is a 1TB 2.5-inch SATA hard drive with a rotational speed of 5400RPM. It features a 6Gb/s interface and a 128MB cache, designed for laptops and external storage solutions requiring a balance of capacity and energy efficiency. This drive offers reliable performance for everyday computing tasks.
Technical Information
| Capacity | 1TB |
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch |
| Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
| Rotational Speed | 5400RPM |
Additional Specifications
| Cache | 128MB |
| Drive Type | HDD |
| Brand | Seagate |
| Model | ST1000LM016 |
Description
The Seagate ST1000LM016 is a high-capacity 2.5-inch hard drive designed primarily for mobile computing devices like laptops, as well as for external storage solutions. With a storage capacity of 1TB, it offers ample space for operating systems, applications, media files, and documents. The drive operates at a rotational speed of 5400RPM, which is optimized for lower power consumption and quieter operation compared to higher-speed drives, making it an excellent choice for extending battery life in laptops and reducing noise in desktop environments. This drive utilizes the SATA 6Gb/s interface, providing a robust connection and efficient data transfer rates suitable for modern computing needs. The inclusion of a large 128MB cache buffer significantly improves performance by storing frequently accessed data closer to the drive's read/write heads, reducing latency and speeding up operations. This combination of a 6Gb/s interface and a substantial cache makes the ST1000LM016 a capable performer for everyday tasks, including multitasking, media playback, and general productivity. Built with Seagate's reputation for reliability, the ST1000LM016 is engineered for consistent performance and durability. Its slim profile and low power requirements make it an ideal replacement or upgrade for laptops that require more storage capacity. It is also a popular choice for external hard drive enclosures, offering a cost-effective way to create portable, high-capacity storage solutions for backups or data transport.
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