HGST DeskStar (7K1000) 500GB 7200RPM 3.5″ HDD

Description

Form Factor & Interface

The Deskstar 7K1000.C is a standard 3.5″ desktop drive connecting via SATA 6Gb/s, backward compatible with SATA II and SATA I controllers. Its standard dimensions make it a straightforward fit for desktop towers, external enclosures, and budget server builds alike.

Performance & Power Efficiency

The Deskstar 7K1000.C is a 7200 RPM drive that provides an exceptional blend of power efficiency and performance, making it an ideal solution for power-friendly consumer and commercial desktop computers, boosting media transfer rate performance by as much as 13% over its predecessor. HiVERT power-saving innovations, pioneered on HGST’s notebook drive line, are carried over to deliver best-in-class power management and thermal emissions on the desktop.

Eco-Friendly Design

The Deskstar 7K1000.C features a halogen-free design and power-efficient operation, qualifying it for the HGST EcoTrac classification, which identifies products that minimise environmental impact across product design, manufacturing, operation, and disposal. It also supports ENERGY STAR 5.0, making it a practical choice for green desktop initiatives in both home and commercial environments.

💡 Offered as a legacy drive, the Deskstar 7K1000.C is best suited for desktop builds, light office workloads, secondary storage, or any application where a reliable 7200 RPM drive is needed at an accessible price point. Not recommended for 24/7 server or high-duty-cycle environments — this is a consumer/commercial desktop platform.

Key Highlights

• 7200 RPM for snappy desktop performance
• Eighth-generation HiVERT power management — up to 18% idle power savings
• ENERGY STAR 5.0 compliant
• Halogen-free, HGST EcoTrac certified
• SATA 6Gb/s — compatible with modern and legacy platforms
• Standard 3.5″ form factor — broad enclosure compatibility

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