Hitachi HDS721050CLA662
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The measurement of the Hitachi HDS721050CLA662 was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the Hitachi HDS721050CLA662 under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the Hitachi HDS721050CLA662 should be used.
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The Hitachi HDS721050CLA662 is a hard drive from the Hitachi Deskstar series designed for use in desktop computers. The Deskstar series is known for its reliability and performance across a wide range of applications. The HDS721050CLA662 is a 500GB HDD (Hard Disk Drive) with a number of specific features that make it suitable for various applications. Below you will find a detailed description, technical details, features and application area of ​​the Hitachi HDS721050CLA662.

Technical details


1. Storage type:
- Type: Hard disk drive (HDD)
- Technology: Magnetic storage with rotating disks and read/write heads

2. Capacity:
- Capacity: 500 GB (Gigabytes)

3. Interface:
- Interface: SATA II (3 Gb/s) – Backwards compatible with SATA I (1.5 Gb/s) and SATA III (6 Gb/s)
- Interface type: SATA (Serial ATA)

4. Performance:
- Rotational speed: 7200 rpm (revolutions per minute)
- Cache memory: 16 MB (Megabytes)
- Average access time: About 8.5 ms (milliseconds)
- Average latency: About 4.16 ms

5. Physical characteristics:
- Form factor: 3.5 inches
- Height: 26.1 mm (standard height for 3.5-inch hard drives)
- Width: 101.6 mm
- Length: 146 mm
- Weight: Approximately 620 g

6. Reliability:
- MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): Up to 600,000 hours
- Unrecoverable Read Error Rate: 1 in 10^14 (error log rate)
- Shock Resistance: Approximately 63 G (operating) and 250 G (non-operating)
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to 60°C
- Storage Temperature: -40°C to 70°C

7. Other Features:
- Warranty: Typically 1 to 3 years (depending on manufacturer's warranty policy)
- Power Consumption: Power consumption during operation: Approximately 8.0 watts; idle: About 6.0 watts

Features


- 7200 RPM rotation speed: The HDS721050CLA662 operates at a rotation speed of 7200 RPM, which offers a balanced performance in data transfer and access times. This speed is typically intended for desktop hard drives and ensures good overall performance.

- 16 MB cache: The large 16 MB cache helps to provide frequently used data more quickly and improves the overall performance of the hard drive. This results in shorter loading times and faster data access.

- SATA II interface: The use of the SATA II interface enables integration into systems that support SATA II. This interface enables data transfer rates of up to 3 Gb/s and is backwards compatible with older SATA versions.

- Low heat generation: The hard drive is designed not to generate excessive heat during normal operation, which contributes to the stability of the system.

- Robust design: The HDS721050CLA662 offers good shock resistance and reliability suitable for use in desktop computers.

Application area


The Hitachi HDS721050CLA662 is versatile and suitable for various applications:

1. Desktop PCs:
- Primary or secondary drive: Ideal for desktop PCs to store the operating system, applications and data. With 500 GB capacity, it offers enough space for a variety of applications and files.

2. Gaming systems:
- Storage for games: Works well as a storage drive for games and large game files. The 7200 RPM speed helps to optimize loading times and data access.

3. Media centers:
- Storage for media files: Ideal for media center PCs or HTPCs (home theater PCs) that need to store and manage large amounts of music, videos and images.

4. Backup Solutions:
- Backup Storage: Can be used as a backup drive to back up important data. The capacity is sufficient for medium-sized backups.

5. System Upgrades:
- Upgrade for Older Devices: Can be used as a replacement for older hard drives in PCs that still support SATA II interfaces.

6. Archiving:
- Long-term data archiving: The hard drive can also be used for archiving data that is not needed regularly but needs to be stored securely.

Summary


The Hitachi HDS721050CLA662 is a 500 GB hard drive that impresses with its 7200 rpm rotation speed, 16 MB cache and SATA II interface. It offers balanced performance for desktop PCs, gaming systems and backup solutions. With its robustness and reliability, it is well suited for a wide range of applications, from everyday computer use to media and backup requirements. The 1 to 3 year warranty offers additional security and confidence in product quality.
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Hitachi HDS721050CLA662 and the compatible operating systems


Windows Server 2025, 2022, 2019, 2016, ... or 2008 and higher

Windows 12, 11, 10 or Windows 7 and higher
Linux (various distributions)
macOS (from version 10.6)

Please note that the exact functions and areas of application may vary depending on the firmware version and configuration of Hitachi HDS721050CLA662.

The Hitachi HDS721050CLA662 is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the Hitachi HDS721050CLA662 regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.




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