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Seagate

Seagate ST500VM000 500GB 3.5" SATA 5900rpm 64MB internal hard drive

SKU CH-9KQ7-QPJYQ MPN ST500VM000

A 500 GB 3.5-inch SATA desktop drive with a 5900 rpm spindle and 64 MB cache for daily computing

  • Total capacity500 GB
  • Interface typeSATA 6.0Gb/s
  • Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Flash memory typeHard Drive
  • Rotational speed5,900 RPM
  • Cache memory64 MB
  • 500 GB capacity stores large media libraries
  • 64 MB cache speeds up frequent file access
  • 5900 RPM spindle balances throughput and quiet operation
  • SATA 6.0 Gb/s interface fits standard desktop bays
  • 5 inch form factor matches common drive cages

Seagate 500 GB 3.5" SATA drive

The Seagate ST500VM000 is a 3.5 inch desktop internal hard drive with a 500 GB capacity. It spins at 5900 RPM and uses a SATA 6.0 Gb/s interface with 64 MB of cache. The drive is designed for daily computing tasks and is supplied new.

Home users adding bulk storage

This drive suits home users who need affordable bulk storage for documents, photos and video files on a desktop PC. It is not for buyers who want faster application loading or boot times, nor for systems that require a 2.5 inch form factor or a non-SATA interface.

Check SATA port and bay space

Verify that your motherboard has a free SATA data port and that your power supply includes a SATA power connector. Confirm the case has an available 3.5 inch drive bay and that the SATA cable length reaches the mounting location.

How it compares

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

Price $33.99
Cheaper than about 91% of the 4,938 comparable items (median $107.99).
Total capacity 500 GB
Lower than about 80% of the 2,372 comparable items (median 2 TB).
Price per TB $67.98 per TB
Typical for this category: the median of 2,365 items is $62.21 per TB.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameSeagate
Total capacity500 GB
Recommended useFor Daily Computing
Performance
Rotational speed5,900 RPM
Storage
Flash memory typeHard Drive
Cache memory64 MB
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA 6.0Gb/s
Size & build
Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
Shipping weight0.39 kg
Package size375 × 375 × 375 mm

Questions about this item

What SATA host interface does the ST500VM000 require to reach its 6.0Gb/s rating?

The drive uses a SATA 6.0Gb/s interface, so a motherboard or controller with a SATA 6.0Gb/s port is needed for the full 6.0Gb/s link speed.

Will the 3.5" ST500VM000 share power and data cables with an older 3.5" SATA drive I keep in the same system?

Yes, both drives use the standard SATA data connector and the same 15-pin SATA power connector, so existing cables work with the 500GB model.

How can I confirm the ST500VM000 is running at its specified 5900 RPM after installation?

Use a SMART monitoring tool such as CrystalDiskInfo or the drive vendor's SeaTools; the reported spindle speed should read 5900 RPM when the drive is active.

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