• 500GB Capacity.
• High 7200 RPM Performance.
• 7mm HDD, Direct replacement for 9.5mm 2.5 inch drives.
• First 6 Gb/s SATA interface on a mobile HDD.
• Low power consumption.

Product Description ------------------- Travelstar Z7K500 is the second generation 7mm, 7200 RPM 2.5-inch hard drive from HGST, leveraging Advanced Format, which increases the physical sector size from 512 bytes to 4,096 (4K) bytes to improve drive capacities and error correction capabilities. Travelstar Z7K500 is the first 2.5-inch HDD with a 6Gb/s SATA interface and 32MB of cache and delivers the highest 7200 RPM performance in PCMark Vantage testing. The 500GB per platter, one-disk models are designed as a direct replacement for standard 9.5mm HDs, for use in PCs, external storage and gaming consoles, as well as new, thinner and more robust device designs. The Z7K500 carries the EcoTrac classification due to its low-power consumption and halogen-free production. Travelstar Z7K500 balances speed, power-efficiency and design flexibility to meet the needs of mobile applications. From the Manufacturer --------------------- HGST Travelstar Z7K500 2.5-inch 7mm Mobile Hard Drive ----------------------------------------------------- Travelstar Z7K500 is the second generation 7mm, 7200 RPM 2.5-inch hard drive from HGST, with capacities ranging from 250GB to 500GB leveraging Advanced Format, which increases the physical sector size from 512 bytes to 4,096 (4K) bytes to improve drive capacities and error correction capabilities. Travelstar Z7K500 is the first 2.5-inch HDD with a 6Gb/s SATA interface and 32MB of cache and delivers the highest 7200 RPM performance in PCMark Vantage testing. The 500GB per platter, one-disk models are designed as a direct replacement for standard 9.5mm HDDs, for use in PCs, external storage and gaming consoles, as well as new, thinner and more robust device designs. The Z7K500 carries the EcoTrac classification due to its low-power consumption and eco-friendly, halogen-free production. Travelstar Z7K500 balances speed, power-efficiency and design flexibility to meet the needs of mobile applications. 500, 320 and 250GB 7200 RPM | SATA 6Gb/s Data Security Options --------------------- Travelstar Z7K500 is the sixth generation self-encrypting drive (SED) to feature HGST's Bulk Data Encryption (BDE). The SED model encrypts data in real time using protected keys, providing users the highest level of data protection available. It also speeds and simplifies drive re-purposing. By deleting the encryption key, the data on the drive is rendered unreadable, thereby eliminating the need for time-consuming data-overwrite. Enhanced Availability for 24x7 Access to Data --------------------------------------------- HGST provides enhanced availability models of the Travelstar Z7K500 that allow 24x7 access to data to support applications that require round-the-clock operation. The new thinner profile allows for additional cooling, especially important in dense blade server designs. The Z7K500 provides high capacity, durability and quiet acoustics on a proven platform for quality and reliability. EA models support the stringent demands of "always-on" applications in lower-transaction environments. HGST Quality and Service ------------------------ HGST mobile hard drives are designed to the highest quality standards and contain field-proven components. HGST provides worldwide technical support and integration services to enable global customers to bring their products to market quickly. Technical Specifications ------------------------ * Interface SATA: 6Gb/s * Available Capacities: 250/320/500GB * Form factor: 2.5-inch * Sector size: 512e bytes * Max. areal density: 630 Gbits/sq. in * Data buffer: 32 MB * Rotational speed: 7200 RPM * Max transfer rate: 600 MB/sec * Seek time: 13ms * Operating Temperature: 5 to 60 degrees C * Idle Temperature: -40 to 65 degrees C * Dimensions: 70 x 100mm * Weight: 95g Features and Benefits --------------------- Feature / Function Benefits Capacity Up to 500GB Storage Up to 125 hours of high-definition video, 500 hours of standard video, 178 movies, 125,000 4-min songs or 250 games* Performance Up to 1369Mb/s media transfer rate 32MB cache buffer Fast downloads for best-of-breed application performance Interface SATA 6GB/s Higher data throughput Power 1.8W read/write power 0.8W low power idle Low energy use and long battery life for more "unplugged" time Reliability 400G operating shock 1000G non-operating shock Best protection against bumps and rough handling TrueTrack technology Tracking accuracy in high shock or vibration environments Acoustics Quiet acoustics Richer audio-listening experience for music, movies and games Security Option Bulk Data Encryption Helps guard against data theft *Actual storage may vary depending on the compression rate applied. Capacities may not be combined.