Expand your storage capacity without sacrificing valuable space with the Seagate BarraCuda ST2000LM015. Designed for laptops, small form factor PCs, external storage enclosures, and compact computing environments, this 2TB hard drive delivers dependable performance, efficient power consumption, and proven reliability in a slim 7mm profile.
Part of Seagate's trusted BarraCuda Mobile Storage Series, this drive provides ample room for operating systems, applications, documents, photos, videos, and game libraries. With a SATA 6Gb/s interface, 128MB cache, and advanced caching technologies, the ST2000LM015 offers a practical balance of capacity and everyday performance.
Key Features
- 2TB Storage Capacity
- 2.5-Inch Small Form Factor (SFF)
- SATA III 6Gb/s Interface
- 5,400 RPM Rotational Speed
- 128MB Cache Buffer
- 7mm Ultra-Slim Design
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Shingled Magnetic Recording (SMR) Technology
- Optimized for laptops and compact systems
- Quiet operation with Fluid Dynamic Bearing motor
- Supports S.M.A.R.T. monitoring and power management features
Drive Specifications
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Manufacturer: Seagate
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Product Family: BarraCuda Mobile Storage
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Model Number: ST2000LM015
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Part Number: 2E8174-501
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Capacity: 2TB (2,000GB)
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Form Factor: 2.5-Inch
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Thickness: 7mm
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Interface: SATA III 6Gb/s
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Sector Format: 512e Advanced Format
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Recording Technology: SMR (Shingled Magnetic Recording)
Performance Features
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Spindle Speed: 5,400 RPM
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Cache Memory: 128MB
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Maximum Sustained Transfer Rate: Up to 140 MB/s
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Interface Bandwidth: Up to 600 MB/s
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Multi-Tier Caching (MTC) Technology
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Native Command Queuing (NCQ) Support
Reliability & Durability
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Fluid Dynamic Bearing (FDB) Motor for quiet, smooth operation
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Operating Shock Rating: 400 Gs (2ms)
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Non-Operating Shock Rating: 1000 Gs (1ms)
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Load/Unload Cycle Rating: 600,000 Cycles
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S.M.A.R.T. Monitoring Support
- Advanced Power Management (APM)
- TRIM optimization support for compatible storage environments
Ideal Applications
- Laptop Storage Upgrades
- External USB Drive Enclosures
- Small Form Factor PCs
- Multimedia Storage
- Photo & Video Libraries
- Business Data Storage
- Backup Solutions
- Everyday Personal Computing
Compact 7mm Design
With its slim 7mm height profile, the BarraCuda ST2000LM015 is an excellent choice for ultrathin notebooks, compact desktop systems, and external drive enclosures where space is limited. The high-capacity 2TB design allows you to store more data without upgrading to a larger drive form factor.
Why Choose the Seagate BarraCuda ST2000LM015?
The Seagate BarraCuda ST2000LM015 combines high-capacity storage, dependable performance, and a compact design into a versatile storage solution. With 2TB of space, SATA III connectivity, quiet operation, and the reliability expected from the BarraCuda family, it's an ideal drive for upgrading laptops, expanding storage, or building affordable data storage solutions.
