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Seagate

Seagate Barracuda ST1000DM003 1TB 7200RPM SATA 6.0Gb/s 64MB 3.5" internal hard drive

SKU CH-79H8-NJ9BA

One-terabyte desktop hard drive spinning at 7200 RPM with 64 MB cache and SATA 6.0 Gb/s interface

  • 1TB capacity holds 120 HD videos, 200,000 photos, or 250,000 songs
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed accelerates everyday desktop workloads
  • SATA 6.0 Gb/s interface moves data quickly between drive and system
  • 64 MB cache buffer smooths frequent read and write operations
  • 5-inch form factor fits standard desktop drive bays

Everyday desktop storage

The Seagate Barracuda ST1000DM003 is a 1TB 3.5-inch internal hard drive built for everyday desktop computing. It spins at 7200 RPM with a 64MB cache and connects through a SATA 6.0Gb/s interface. The drive provides 1000GB of space for operating systems, applications and large media libraries.

Suits general desktop builds.

This drive suits users who want a straightforward capacity upgrade for a standard desktop PC. It handles documents, photos, videos and backups without requiring special mounting hardware. Builders who need faster boot times or application loading should look at solid-state storage instead. Systems that demand enterprise-grade workload ratings or vibration tolerance for multi-bay enclosures will need a different class of drive.

7200 RPM spindle speed

The 7200 RPM spindle speed is the specification that most directly affects how quickly the drive can read and write data in typical desktop workloads. Combined with the 64MB cache and SATA 6.0Gb/s link, it delivers responsive performance for everyday file access. If your workflow depends on sustained transfer rates or low latency beyond what a mechanical drive can provide, this RPM figure signals the limit of what this model can achieve.

How it compares

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Price $42.99
Cheaper than about 84% of the 4,938 comparable items (median $107.99).

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Specifications

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Questions about this item

Will the 3.5 inch form factor fit a standard desktop drive bay?

Yes, the 3.5 inch size matches the standard internal drive bay found in most desktop chassis and uses the usual four mounting holes.

Which cables connect the Sata 6.0 Gb/s interface to the motherboard?

Attach a standard Sata data cable to the motherboard port and a Sata power connector from the PSU; the common mistake is leaving the data cable loose.

How often should the 7200 RPM mechanical drive be checked for errors?

Run a SMART health check and surface scan every few months; replace the drive if reallocated sectors or pending sectors start to rise.

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