Seagate Barracuda 300GB 3.5in Internal HDD 7200RPM 16MB Ultra ATA/100 PC Mac
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About this product
This Seagate Barracuda internal HDD offers 300GB of storage capacity in a 3.5-inch form factor, suitable for both PC and Mac systems. It operates at 7200 RPM with a 16MB cache and connects via an Ultra ATA/100 interface. The drive is an HDD-only solution and comes with a stated 5-year limited warranty, positioning it as a durable option for compatible desktop environments.
Our take
For those maintaining or upgrading an older system that still relies on the Ultra ATA/100 interface, this 300GB Seagate Barracuda drive is a solid choice. The 7200 RPM speed paired with a 16MB cache provides respectable performance for its era, offering a decent storage boost over smaller, older drives. Compatibility with both PC and Mac is a plus. While 300GB isn't large by today's standards, it's a good amount for an older machine, and the included 5-year manufacturer warranty is a standout feature, providing long-term peace of mind for a legacy component.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 300GB storage capacity
- 7200 RPM rotation speed
- 16MB cache
- 5-year manufacturer warranty
- PC and Mac compatible
Cons
- Ultra ATA/100 interface is outdated
- Smaller capacity compared to modern drives
Specifications
- Compatible With PC, Mac
- Color Silver, Black
- MPN ST3300631A-RK
- Rotation Speed 7200 RPM
- Brand Seagate
- Form Factor 3.5 in
Show all 16 specifications
- Type
- Internal Desktop Drive
- Manufacturer Warranty
- 5 Year
- Drive Type(s) Supported
- HDD
- Model
- ST3300631A-RK
- Storage Format
- HDD Only
- Features
- 5-year limited warranty
- Storage Capacity
- 300 GB
- Interface
- Ultra ATA/100
- Product Line
- Barracuda
- Cache
- 16 MB
