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Silver 3.5 inch SATA hard drive bare unit

Maxtor

Maxtor MaXLine Pro 500 7H500F0 500GB 7200 RPM 16MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" internal hard drive

SKU CH-KM0D-EECV4 MPN 7H500F0

500 GB desktop drive spinning at 7200 RPM with 16 MB cache and SATA 3.0Gb/s interface

  • Total capacity500 GB
  • Interface typeSATA 3.0Gb/s
  • Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Packaging typeBare Drive
  • Rotational speed7,200 RPM
  • Cache memory16 MB
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed enables rapid data access
  • 16 MB cache buffer accelerates frequent read and write operations
  • SATA 3.0 Gb/s interface provides reliable desktop connectivity
  • 500 GB capacity stores large volumes of files and applications
  • 5 ms average seek time reduces latency for responsive performance

Maxtor MaXLine Pro 500 500GB SATA Drive

The Maxtor MaXLine Pro 500 7H500F0 is a 500GB desktop internal hard drive built for systems that use the SATA 3.0Gb/s interface. It spins at 7200 RPM with a 16MB cache to handle everyday storage workloads. Features such as Native Command Queuing and Rotational Vibration Compensation help maintain consistent operation. The bare-drive packaging suits integrators and upgrade installations.

Suited for SATA 3.0Gb/s desktop builds.

This drive suits builders repairing or expanding older desktops, servers or external enclosures that specifically require a 3.5-inch SATA 3.0Gb/s mechanical drive. The 7200 RPM spindle speed and 8.5ms average seek time support general-purpose file storage and boot duties. Buyers who need a faster SATA 6.0Gb/s interface or a solid-state form factor should look at something else. The bare drive ships without cables or mounting brackets.

SATA 3.0Gb/s interface determines compatibility

The single specification that decides fitment is the SATA 3.0Gb/s interface, which must match the host controller on the motherboard or add-in card. A 3.0Gb/s drive will negotiate down on a 6.0Gb/s port but cannot exceed its native 3.0Gb/s transfer ceiling. Verify that the system provides a standard SATA data and power connection for this 3.5-inch unit. No other interface or protocol 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 $108.99
Typical for this category: the median of 4,938 items is $107.99.
Total capacity 500 GB
Lower than about 80% of the 2,372 comparable items (median 2 TB).
Price per TB $217.98 per TB
Pricier than about 80% of the 2,365 comparable items (median $62.21 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMaxtor
Product lineMaXLine Pro 500
Model name7H500F0
Total capacity500 GB
Performance
Rotational speed7,200 RPM
Average seek time8.5 ms
Mean latency4.17 ms
Storage
Cache memory16 MB
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA 3.0Gb/s
Size & build
Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
Shipping weight0.73 kg
Package size152 × 102 × 25 mm

Questions about this item

How does the 7200 RPM spindle speed affect real-world performance in a desktop?

The 7200 RPM rotation reduces average latency to 4.17 ms and combines with the 16 MB cache to deliver quicker file access and smoother multitasking than slower-spinning drives.

What does the SATA 3.0 Gb/s interface mean for actual data throughput?

The SATA 3.0 Gb/s link sets the maximum interface bandwidth; sustained transfer rates depend on the 7200 RPM platters and 16 MB cache rather than the interface ceiling.

Will this 3.5 inch drive fit in a standard desktop bay and connect to a typical motherboard?

Yes, the 3.5 inch form factor matches standard desktop drive bays and the SATA data and power connectors are the common ones used on current motherboards and power supplies.

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