Seagate BarraCuda 1 TB Internal Hard Drive 2.5 inch SATA III 5400 RPM 128 MB Cache (ST1000LM048)

The Seagate BarraCuda ST1000LM048 is a reliable 1 TB internal hard drive designed for laptops and portable storage. With a 2.5-inch form factor, SATA III interface, and 5400 RPM spindle speed, it offers a balanced combination of capacity, performance, and energy efficiency. The 128 MB cache buffer enhances data access speeds, making it suitable for everyday computing, multimedia storage, and backup applications.

Advantages

High storage capacity in a compact 2.5-inch design, low power consumption (1.7 W read/write, 0.45 W idle), quiet operation (2.0 dB idle, 2.2 dB seek), and robust reliability with 600,000 hours MTBF and 600,000 load/unload cycles. Advanced Format 4K sectors ensure compatibility with modern operating systems.

Suitable for

• Laptop upgrades and replacements
• External hard drive enclosures
• Media storage and backup
• Home and office computing

Key specifications

• Capacity: 1 TB
• Interface: Serial ATA III (6 Gb/s)
• Form Factor: 2.5 inch
• Spindle Speed: 5400 RPM
• Buffer Size: 128 MB
• Max Sustained Data Rate: 140 MB/s
• Average Latency: 5.6 ms
• Power Consumption: 1.7 W (read/write), 0.45 W (idle)
• Operating Temperature: 0 to 60 °C
• Non-operating Temperature: -40 to 70 °C
• Operating Shock: 400 G (2 ms)
• Non-operating Shock: 1000 G (1 ms)
• Acoustics: 2.0 dB (idle), 2.2 dB (seek)
• MTBF: 600,000 hours
• Load/Unload Cycles: 600,000
• RoHS Compliant

Recommendations

For optimal performance, pair this drive with a SATA III compatible system. Ideal for users seeking a cost-effective upgrade to increase storage capacity without sacrificing reliability.