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HGST

HGST Deskstar 7K1000.C HDS721025CLA382 250GB 7200 RPM 8MB SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" internal hard drive

SKU CH-8HPP-41XJF MPN HDS721025CLA382

A 250 GB 3.5-inch desktop drive spinning at 7200 RPM with 8 MB cache and SATA 3.0 Gb/s interface

  • Total capacity250 GB
  • Interface typeSATA 3.0Gb/s
  • Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Packaging typeBare Drive
  • Rotational speed7,200 RPM
  • Cache memory8 MB
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed enables fast data access
  • 250 GB capacity provides ample desktop storage space
  • SATA 3.0 Gb/s interface ensures broad motherboard compatibility
  • HiVERT technology delivers low power consumption during operation
  • Thermal Fly-height Control improves reliability and soft error rate

250 GB SATA desktop drive

The HGST Deskstar 7K1000.C is a 3.5 inch internal hard drive with 250 GB capacity. It spins at 7200 RPM and connects through a SATA 3.0Gb/s interface. An 8 MB cache buffers read and write operations. The drive is supplied as a bare unit in new condition.

Suits older SATA builds only

This drive fits systems that accept a 3.5 inch SATA 3.0Gb/s device and need modest capacity. It is not suited for builds that require larger storage volumes or faster 6.0Gb/s throughput. Buyers wanting higher areal density or modern power-saving features should look at newer platforms. The bare-drive packaging means no mounting hardware or cables are included.

SATA 3.0Gb/s interface decides fit

The single specification that determines compatibility is the SATA 3.0Gb/s interface. The host must provide a matching SATA port and 3.5 inch bay. If the system only offers SATA 6.0Gb/s ports the drive will still operate but at the lower 3.0Gb/s rate. No other interface or form factor is supported by this model.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in 3.5-Inch Internal Desktop HDDs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $36.99
Cheaper than about 89% of the 4,938 comparable items (median $107.99).
Total capacity 250 GB
Lower than about 90% of the 2,372 comparable items (median 2 TB).
Price per TB $147.96 per TB
Pricier than about 72% of the 2,365 comparable items (median $62.21 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameHitachi GST
Product lineDeskstar 7K1000.C
Model nameHDS721025CLA382 (0F10379)
Total capacity250 GB
Performance
Rotational speed7,200 RPM
Storage
Cache memory8 MB
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA 3.0Gb/s
Size & build
Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
Shipping weight0.91 kg
Package size147 × 102 × 25 mm

Questions about this item

How much power and heat does the Deskstar 7K1000.C produce when running all day?

Advanced Power Management reduces power during idle periods and HiVERT technology delivers best-of-breed power consumption, while an internal thermal sensor helps manage heat for data integrity.

What SATA interface and form factor must my motherboard or controller support for this 3.5" drive?

The drive uses a SATA 3.0Gb/s interface in a standard 3.5-inch form factor, so your system needs a compatible SATA port and a 3.5-inch drive bay with power and data cables.

Will this 7200 RPM SATA drive work alongside older PATA or slower SATA drives in the same system?

It connects via SATA 3.0Gb/s and operates independently on its own port, so it can coexist with older drives as long as each has a dedicated SATA connection and the BIOS recognises the 250GB capacity.

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