The Seagate ST5000LM000 is a 5TB 2.5-inch SATA hard drive that consistently ranks among the most requested capacity-optimized mechanical drives for volume buyers. For resellers, it fills the portable and external storage segment where 3.5-inch products cannot be used, and for system integrators it is a standard choice for external enclosures, mobile racks, DAS/NAS-style builds, and dense secondary storage deployments. Its 5400 RPM spindle and 128MB cache make it a strong fit for bulk data storage, backup, and archival workloads rather than transactional or low-latency applications; for responsiveness-sensitive projects, we recommend pairing with SSD caching tiers.
Key specifications (table)
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | ST5000LM000 |
| Capacity | 5TB (5000GB) |
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch, typically 15mm height (check bay clearance in slim chassis) |
| Interface | SATA 6 Gb/s (backward compatible with earlier SATA generations, at reduced link speed) |
| Spindle Speed | 5400 RPM (prioritizes power efficiency and acoustics over access speed) |
| Cache | 128MB |
| Max Data Transfer Rate | Up to 140 MB/s (interface speed dependent) |
| Shock Resistance | Up to 1000G, non-operating |
| Power Consumption | Optimized for low power usage (suitable for portable and always-on secondary storage) |
Sourcing & Supply Information
Stock position: We maintain this model in inventory in regular replenishment cycles, with current stock levels and available quantities confirmed at quotation. Orders for the same batch can be allocated where volume permits, supporting batch consistency for integrators who require uniform firmware and manufacture dates across a deployment. For rolling replenishment programs, scheduled deliveries can be arranged against a forecast.
Warranty & RMA: Units are covered by the standard manufacturer warranty period for this product line. Our wholesale terms include a defined DOA/return window on receipt and a structured RMA process with batch-level traceability, so defective units can be processed efficiently without disrupting your downstream customer commitments.
Compliance: Shipments are supported with CE, FCC, and RoHS documentation on request, and goods are exported under standard commercial terms suitable for overseas B2B buyers. Packing can be provided as bulk anti-static packaging, individual retail boxes, or tray options depending on your channel requirements — please specify at ordering.
Integration Notes for Buyers
- Chassis clearance: the 15mm height profile will not fit 7mm or 9.5mm slim laptop bays; this drive is primarily deployed in external enclosures, mobile racks, and capacity-oriented builds. Advise your engineering team to verify bay clearance before volume integration.
- Portfolio positioning: within Seagate’s range, this 5400 RPM 2.5-inch model sits in the mobile/portable capacity tier — distinct from IronWolf (multi-bay NAS), SkyHawk (surveillance write workloads), and Exos (3.5-inch enterprise duty cycles). We can quote mixed-product configurations for combined projects.
- Host compatibility: confirm SATA link speed and firmware support on your host controllers before placing volume orders; sample units are available for validation runs ahead of full commitments.
Whether you are a distributor stocking the portable storage segment or a system integrator sourcing drives for a project rollout, our team can prepare tiered pricing based on your volume and delivery schedule. For current stock, batch information, and pricing, request a wholesale quote and our account managers will respond with a tailored offer.
Wholesale & Procurement Notes
- MOQ negotiable depending on configuration and destination market.
- Tiered volume pricing available — request a quote for quantity-based rates.
- Typical lead time: in-stock items ship within 3–7 business days; larger batch orders scheduled by agreement.
- Packing & shipping: bulk anti-static, retail box, or tray packing; air or sea freight, DHL/FedEx/UPS options, export documents provided.
- RMA window: DOA reports accepted within 30 days of receipt; ongoing warranty claims handled through our structured RMA channel.
