Hitachi

Hitachi HTE725032A7E630 – 320GB | SATA 6Gb/s | 7200 RPM | 2.5" | Laptop HDD

$89.95

Brand New, Factory Sealed | In Stock | Bulk Orders Available

The HTE725032A7E630 is a 320GB SATA 6Gb/s hard drive featuring 7200 RPM, 32MB cache, and 13ms seek time in a 2.5" 7mm form factor. Built for second-generation mobile systems, it is ideal for laptop upgrades, external storage devices, and gaming consoles. Compatible with laptops that accept 2.5" x 7mm SATA drives and SATA controllers supporting 6Gb/s interface. This Travelstar Z7K500 series drive features Advanced Format 512e technology with enhanced error correction capabilities and represents the first mobile HDD to achieve 6Gb/s SATA interface performance in a slim 7mm profile.

All products from Anand International ship brand new and factory sealed. Volume and B2B pricing available for qualified buyers.

Specifications
  • Manufacturer: Hitachi
  • Model: HTE725032A7E630
  • Capacity: 320GB
  • Interface: SATA 6Gb/s
  • Spindle Speed: 7200 RPM
  • Cache: 32MB
  • Form Factor: 2.5" (7mm)
  • Seek Time: 13ms average
  • Latency: 4.17ms rotational
  • MTBF: 600,000 hours
  • Drive Type: Laptop/Mobile
  • Warranty: 90 days
  • Shipping: Free domestic US shipping
  • Condition: Brand New, Factory Sealed
Product Features
  • SATA 6Gb/s interface with backward compatibility
  • Advanced Format 512e sector emulation
  • 32MB cache buffer for enhanced performance
  • 7mm slim profile for thin laptop designs
  • Single-platter 320GB capacity design
  • Low power consumption for extended battery life
  • Halogen-free eco-friendly production
  • Enhanced error correction capabilities
  • Direct replacement for legacy systems requiring SATA connectivity
  • 90-day Anand International warranty on all legacy stock
  • Free domestic US shipping included
  • Volume and B2B pricing available for qualified buyers
Compatibility

Compatible with laptops, notebooks, gaming consoles, and external storage enclosures that accept 2.5" x 7mm SATA drives with SATA II/III controllers. Not compatible with systems requiring 9.5mm thick drives or older IDE/PATA interfaces.

Shipping & Returns
  • Free Shipping: We currently offer free Economy Shipping within the continental U.S. with no minimum order required. Expedited shipping is available at standard carrier rates.
  • Same-Day Shipping: Order placed before 2PM PST will ship the same day. Orders received after this time will ship the following business day.
  • Hassle-Free Returns: If you're not completely satisfied with your purchase, simply return it within 10 days for a hassle-free refund or exchange.

320GB SATA 6Gb/s 7200 RPM 7mm Slim Factory Sealed

Why the HTE725032A7E630 is the right Laptop HDD

The Travelstar Z7K500 series represents second-generation 7mm mobile hard drive technology with breakthrough SATA 6Gb/s performance. This 320GB model delivers the highest 7200 RPM performance in its class while maintaining the slim 7mm profile required for modern ultrabook and thin laptop designs. Advanced Format technology provides enhanced capacity efficiency and error correction compared to traditional 512-byte sector drives.

SATA 6Gb/s Performance Leadership

First mobile HDD to achieve SATA 6Gb/s interface speeds, delivering maximum throughput for demanding applications. Backward compatible with SATA II controllers for universal deployment.

7mm Slim Profile Design

Ultra-thin 7mm height enables installation in modern laptops and ultrabooks requiring space-efficient storage solutions. Direct replacement for standard 9.5mm drives in compatible systems.

Advanced Format 512e Technology

Enhanced sector format increases storage efficiency and provides superior error correction capabilities. Maintains compatibility with legacy systems through 512-byte sector emulation.

Single-Platter Reliability

320GB capacity achieved on single platter design reduces mechanical complexity and improves reliability. Lower power consumption extends battery life in mobile applications.

New Old Stock with 90-Day Warranty

Available as brand new, factory sealed old stock units from Anand International with a 90-day warranty. Ideal for legacy system maintenance, vintage computing restoration, and hard-to-find replacement needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for SATA, including information on usage, configuration, and compatibility.

1. What is a SATA hard drive used for?

A SATA (Serial ATA) hard drive is used in desktops, laptops, servers, and NAS systems for data storage. It’s the most common hard drive type, offering a balance of speed, affordability, and wide compatibility.

2. What’s the difference between SATA I, II, and III?

The difference is speed. SATA I supports up to 1.5 Gb/s (150 MB/s), SATA II up to 3 Gb/s (300 MB/s), and SATA III up to 6 Gb/s (600 MB/s). Most modern drives use SATA III but remain backward compatible with older versions.

3. Are SATA hard drives compatible with older systems?

Yes. SATA drives are backward compatible, meaning a SATA III drive can work on a SATA II or I port, though performance will be limited to the slower speed of the system.

4. What’s the maximum capacity of a SATA hard drive?

SATA hard drives come in a wide range of capacities, from 500GB to over 20TB. This makes them suitable for everything from basic desktop use to large-scale data storage and backup.

5. Can I use a SATA hard drive in RAID or NAS systems?

Yes. SATA drives support RAID configurations and can be used in NAS systems. For higher reliability, enterprise-grade SATA models such as NAS, surveillance, or data-center drives are recommended.

6. What is the difference between a 2.5" and a 3.5" SATA hard drive?

2.5" SATA drives are smaller and commonly used in laptops or compact systems, while 3.5" SATA drives are larger and primarily used in desktops, servers, and NAS devices.

7. How do SATA hard drives compare to SSDs?

Both use the SATA interface, but HDDs store data on spinning disks while SSDs use flash memory. SSDs are much faster, but SATA HDDs remain more affordable for high-capacity storage.