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Seagate BarraCuda Compute 2.5" ST1000LM048 1 TB

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Seagate ST1000LM048
Placement
built-in
Type
HDD
Features
for PC
Volume
1 TB
Form factor
2.5 "
Connection
SATA3
Manufacturer's warranty
2 years
Cache memory
128 MB
RPM
5400 rpm
Data transfer rate
140 MB/s
Plates
2
Average search time
6 ms
Shockproof
400 G
MTBF (on/off)
600 K
Size
100x70x7 mm
Weight
85 g
Added to E-Catalog
November 2016

Small and economical 2.5″ form factor internal hard drive from the 2016 BarraCuda Compute family of mobile HDDs. This line includes 6 models from 500 GB to 5 TB, which are designed to solve the widest range of tasks. Uses tiled magnetic recording (SMR) technology to increase capacity. It is positioned as an affordable product in the middle price category, focused on use in laptops, mobile HDD cases, small-sized desktop PCs (All-in-one PC) and HTPC.

It is a reliable solution for storing work project data, video / audio content, photos. The Seagate BarraCuda Compute 2.5″ ST1000LM048 hard drive can be used as the main (system) drive or paired with a more powerful SSD drive. Due to its modest overall dimensions (only 7 mm high) and the standard SATA3 interface, it can be used to upgrade existing mobile computers. Equipped with a powerful controller that works in conjunction with a large buffer (128 MB), which improves performance through caching. The rotation speed of the plates is 5400 rpm, which has the most positive effect on heat dissipation. The maximum power consumption does not exceed 1.7 W, and a low starting current makes it possible, if necessary, to fully power the drive from the USB port.

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Seagate BarraCuda ST1000LM048 1 TB Hard Drive - 2.5" Internal - SATA (SATA/600) - 5400rpm - 2 Year Warranty

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Model overview based on user reviews  
The Seagate BarraCuda Compute 2.5" hard drive is generally well-received for its quick loading speeds and affordable price. Users appreciate its compact size, making it suitable for laptops and other small devices. However, some models, like the ST4000LM024, have been noted for a high noise level due to vibration, which can be bothersome. The ST2000LM015 model has mixed reviews, with one user experiencing a complete data loss, while others praise its quiet and fast performance. The ST1000LM048 is highlighted for its value, though there are concerns about frequent head parking, which is typical for laptop drives. Overall, the Seagate BarraCuda Compute 2.5" series offers a range of capacities and generally reliable performance, but potential buyers should be aware of the noise and data reliability issues reported by some users.
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A good model for the price at that time
22 March 2025 
Bought about 3-4 years ago, used in tandem with Optibay. It's currently installed in my PC and works fine, but I'm a little concerned about attribute 193 over time; it seems the drive parks the heads too frequently, which is typical for a laptop drive to protect against falls. Optibay worsened the worst attribute 188, but there are no errors now. It is SMR apparently, but it works fast for its kind.
Price, then bought for 1360₴
Frequent head parking
Arseniyuse Seagate ST1000LM048 more than year
great model, I really liked it
11 August 2020 
Normal
Horrshaya
No
kirause Seagate ST1000LM048 more than year
great model, love it
23 December 2018 
i recommend the hard drive
loads quickly shustor
no
use Seagate ST500LM030 more than year
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