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    Hitachi Travelstar 7K500 HD20500 500GB 7200 RPM 16MB Cache 2.5" SATA Internal Notebook HD - $62.99 at Newegg plus $10 rebate

    Discussion in 'Notebook and Tech Bargains' started by paradoxguy, Oct 30, 2010.

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    Looks like it is sold out. Nonetheless, this is (was) a great price for a great drive, thanks for posting. :)

    The Western Digital Scorpio Black 500GB 7200RPM (WD5000BEKT) is a good alternative.
     
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    Wow, Newegg sold out the 7K500 fast! It was in stock when I posted the sale 8 hours ago.

    Incidentally I initially purchased the Hitachi Travelstar 500GB 7200RPM H2IK5001672SP (0S02858), which I understand is a reboxed 7K500, but two days after ordering it, I read StorageReview.com's enthusiastic review of the Western Digital Scorpio Black 500GB 7200RPM WD5000BEKT, and when I realized it also has a longer 5-year warranty, opted to order it and return the Hitachi Travelstar. The decision was still difficult, as both HD's seem to have strong supporters.

     
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    I have both drives -- I haven't installed the WD5000BEKT yet though (waiting for my new laptop to arrive :rolleyes:).

    The 7K500 has been an excellent drive, very fast and quiet. No perceptible vibration either. I was going to buy another but figured I would try the WD to see how it compares. Historically I have always bought WD over other brands.
     
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