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Hitachi HTE725032A7E630 320GB SATA laptop hard drive front view
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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 7mm mobile systems, it is ideal for notebook PCs, ultrabooks, and gaming consoles requiring high-performance storage. Compatible with laptops accepting 2.5" x 7mm SATA drives and blade server designs. The Z7K500 series pioneered the first 2.5" HDD with SATA 6Gb/s interface and Advanced Format sector technology for improved capacity and error correction.

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: 4.2ms
  • MTBF: 1.2 million hours
  • Drive Type: Laptop/Mobile
  • Warranty: 90 days
  • Shipping: Free domestic US shipping
  • Condition: Brand New, Factory Sealed
Product Features
  • 7mm ultra-thin profile for slim devices
  • First 2.5" HDD with SATA 6Gb/s interface
  • Advanced Format 4K sector technology
  • Single-disk 500GB per platter density
  • Low power consumption with halogen-free production
  • Enhanced Availability models for 24x7 operation
  • Bulk Data Encryption (BDE) capability
  • 7200 RPM high-performance mobile design
  • Direct replacement for legacy systems requiring SATA connectivity
  • 90-day Anand International warranty on all legacy stock
  • Free domestic US shipping included
Compatibility

Compatible with laptops and ultrabooks accepting 2.5" x 7mm SATA drives, blade servers requiring additional cooling, and gaming consoles. Can serve as direct replacement for standard 9.5mm HDDs with adapter. Not compatible with IDE/PATA systems or drives requiring 15mm height clearance.
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 Profile Factory Sealed

Why the HTE725032A7E630 is the right Laptop HDD

The Travelstar Z7K500 represents second-generation 7mm mobile storage technology, delivering 7200 RPM performance in an ultra-thin profile. As the first 2.5" HDD with SATA 6Gb/s interface, it provides superior throughput for demanding mobile applications. The Advanced Format sector technology and 32MB cache optimize both capacity efficiency and error correction capabilities.

Ultra-Thin 7mm Design

7mm height enables use in ultrabooks and slim devices while maintaining compatibility with standard 9.5mm bays using adapters.

SATA 6Gb/s Performance

First mobile HDD with 6Gb/s SATA interface delivers maximum throughput for demanding applications and faster boot times.

Advanced Format Technology

4K sector size improves drive capacity efficiency and provides enhanced error correction capabilities over traditional 512-byte sectors.

High-Performance Mobile

7200 RPM spindle speed with 32MB cache delivers superior performance in PCMark Vantage testing compared to 5400 RPM alternatives.

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.