TESTED HGST Travelstar Z5K500-500 internal hard disk drive, specifically model HTS545050A7E680. It is a 2.5-inch drive typically used in laptops, ultrabooks, and slim desktop systems.

The sticker labeled "REPLACE WITH HP SPARE 778186-001" indicates this is a genuine HP

replacement part, often found in HP Pavilion, Envy, and EliteBook notebook series.

Core Specifications

• Capacity: 500 GB.

• Rotational Speed: 5400 RPM.

• Interface: SATA III (6.0 Gb/s).

• Form Factor: 2.5-inch with a slim 7mm height.

• Cache: 8 MB.

• Manufacture Date: November 2016 (indicated by

"NOV-16" on the label).

Key Features

• Advanced Format (AF): Uses 4K physical sector size to improve drive capacity and error correction.

• EcoTrac Classification: Designed for low power consumption (approx. 1.4W active / 0.5W idle) to extend battery life in mobile devices.

• Shock Resistance: Features high tolerance for bumps, with 400G operating and 1000G non-operating shock resistance.

Usage & Compatibility

• Primary Use: Designed for thin laptops and external enclosures.

• System Compatibility: While branded for HP, it is compatible with most standard PCs, Macs, and gaming consoles (like PlayStation 3/4) that support

2.5-inch SATA drives.

Let us know if you have any questions as we don’t accept returns. Thank you