Description
Massive Storage in an Ultra-Slim, Secure Profile
Is your laptop’s storage full? Are you tired of deleting files to make room for new ones? The Seagate Laptop Thin HDD 500GB 2.5-inch hard drive is the perfect solution. Whether you’re upgrading an older laptop, building a compact PC, or expanding your storage, this drive delivers the capacity and reliability you need in an ultra-slim 7mm form factor.
Genuine Lenovo FRU Part for Guaranteed Compatibility
This drive is a genuine Lenovo Field Replacement Unit (FRU) with part number 00PC563 (Seagate P/N: 1RS152-031). It is a direct, guaranteed-compatible replacement for many Lenovo systems, including ThinkStation workstations and ThinkPad laptops. FRU parts ensure seamless integration with your system’s BIOS and hardware, eliminating compatibility worries.
Seagate Laptop Thin HDD: Proven Performance and Reliability
The Seagate Laptop Thin HDD series is designed for thin and light laptops, ultrabooks, and compact desktop systems. This drive features QuietStepâ„¢ Ramp Load technology, which ensures the recording head never touches the disk media, significantly reducing wear and tear and improving drive longevity. With Seagate Secureâ„¢ technology, you get government-grade data encryption without compromising on performance.
Key Specifications at a Glance
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Capacity: 500GB – store thousands of photos, hours of video, and countless documents
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Form Factor: 2.5-inch, 7mm height – the standard ultra-slim size for modern laptops and ultrabooks
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Interface: SATA 6 Gb/s – fast data transfer rates for quick file access
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Rotational Speed: 7200 RPM – fast performance for quicker boot times and file access
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Cache: 32 MB – smooth data flow during read and write operations
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Max Data Transfer Rate: Up to 135 MiB/s (sustained)
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Encryption: FIPS 140-2 Level 2 compliant Self-Encrypting Drive (SED)
Performance You Can Count On
With a 7200 RPM spindle speed and 32MB cache, this drive delivers strong performance for everyday tasks. Based on benchmark testing, it achieves sequential read speeds of 130 MB/s and sequential write speeds of 127 MB/s. It’s perfect for:
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Laptop Storage Upgrades: Replace your old, slow drive or add a second drive for extra space.
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Lenovo System Repair: A genuine FRU part for ThinkStation and ThinkPad models.
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Security-Conscious Users: FIPS 140-2 Level 2 hardware encryption for sensitive data.
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External Enclosures: Create your own portable 500GB USB drive.
Energy Efficient & Quiet
With a typical idle power requirement of just 0.65W and seek power of 1.8W, this drive is energy-efficient, helping to extend your laptop’s battery life. It also operates quietly, with acoustics of just 26 dB during operation, so it won’t disrupt your work or entertainment.
What’s in the Box: 1x Seagate Laptop Thin HDD 500GB 2.5-inch SATA Hard Drive
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
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| Brand | Seagate |
| Series | Laptop Thin HDD |
| Model Number | ST500LM024 |
| Part Number | 1RS152-031 |
| Lenovo FRU / P/N | 00PC563 |
| Formatted Capacity | 500 GB (465.8 GB formatted) |
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch, 7mm height |
| Interface | SATA 6 Gb/s |
| Rotational Speed | 7200 RPM |
| Cache (Buffer) | 32 MB |
| Max Data Transfer Rate | 135 MiB/s (sustained) |
| Average Seek Time | 11 ms |
| Bytes per Sector | 4096 |
| Load/Unload Cycles | 600,000 |
| Non-Recoverable Read Errors | 1 per 10^14 bits read |
| Encryption | FIPS 140-2 Level 2, Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) |
| Power (Idle) | 0.65 W |
| Power (Seek) | 1.8 W |
| Acoustics (Operating) | 26 dB |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 60°C |
| Operating Shock | 400 Gs at 2 ms |
| Non-Operating Shock | 1000 Gs at 1 ms |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 7 mm x 70.1 mm x 100.55 mm |
| Weight | 95 g |
| RoHS Compliant | Yes |
| Features | QuietStep, Ramp Load, Seagate Secureâ„¢ |











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