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When the time comes to increase your computer\'s storage capacity, you can install the Seagate ST500LM012 hard drive. You can store important documents, pictures, and music with room for more, thanks to the 500GB storage capacity. With the 500GB of storage space, you can use this HDD to maintain archived copies of your data. Digital photos, video files, text documents, and more are all easily stored. The 500GB of space can also be sufficient for loading great software packages, such as photo editing. This internal 2.5 inch hard drive can be easy to install. It is compatible with machines that support SATA 3.0 Gbps (1.5 Gbps) interfaces. These SATA interfaces allow you to rapidly access data that is stored on your formatted drive. This type of interface can also be ideal for managing data that is stored on servers. It can be helpful if you operate a network for your home or a small business application. Its SATA interface allows you to maximize the efficiency of your desktop or laptop computer.Additional features include a 5400 RPM rotational speed, which enhances its performance during complex operations. The Seagate internal hard drive also has a 5.6 millisecond average latency. This minimal latency can ensure that you do not have to wait for programs or files to open. The hard drive can process your requests quickly so that you can get more of your work done.This Seagate Spinpoint hard drive can provide you with a 3 Gbps transfer rate. This allows you to move data from the HDD to an external storage device with ease. It also facilitates rapid downloads of data from the Internet. Its 3 GB/s speed allows you to move large files from your Seagate HDD to the cloud efficiently. The SATA 3.0 Gb/s interface also minimizes the HDD\'s seek time. This allows it to find the desired programs and files quickly. Its drive ready time is just 4 seconds, which allows it to boot up without delay.This ST500LM012 also has an 8MB cache. With this cache, your computer can save the data that it is using during your current session. This can enhance its rate of transfer between the media and buffer and between the buffer and host. Its maximum data transfer rate from the media to buffer is 145 MB/s. This can provide you with rapid opening of large programs. When you are saving data, its 300 MB/s speed of transfer allows it to save your data while you work. This energy efficient product uses an average of 0.2 watts while in its standby and sleep modes.In addition, you can reach faster access times while loading software, transferring data, or copying files. The 8MB buffer helps keep things speedy. Lastly, with its rugged construction, you can count on sustained performance with component and mechanical issues remaining minimal. This type of form factor drive can be easy to install and comes with a manufacturer\'s instruction manual for efficient installation. This ST500LM012 drive for your desktop or notebook computer weighs just 4.3 ounces. It measures about 4 inches long by 2.75 inches wide by 0.375 inches deep.