Seagate BarraCuda ST1000LM048 1 TB 2.5" SATA Internal Hard Drive

Experience dependable storage that blends Seagate’s decades of engineering with a compact 2.5-inch footprint. The Seagate BarraCuda ST1000LM048 offers a solid 1 TB of capacity and a SATA 6 Gb/s interface, making it an ideal upgrade for laptops, notebooks, and slim desktops. Built for everyday computing, media libraries, and light-to-moderate gaming, this drive is part of Seagate’s BarraCuda family, which is known for broad compatibility, consistent performance, and reliable data handling. Whether you’re refreshing an aging laptop, expanding an ultrabook, or stocking a compact mini PC, this drive delivers the dependable storage you need to boot faster, launch programs quicker, and store more of your world with confidence.

• Reliability you can trust: Seagate BarraCuda drives have earned a strong reputation for dependable day-to-day performance. The ST1000LM048 is built with Seagate’s proven design philosophy and extensive reliability testing, helping to minimize data risk during routine use, daily backups, and multimedia workloads. When you need storage that stands up to long-term use, BarraCuda offers a proven track record across countless laptops and small-form-factor systems.
• Versatile 2.5-inch form factor: This internal 2.5-inch drive is designed for portability and compatibility across a wide range of devices—from ultra-compact notebooks and 2.5-inch bays in mini PCs to external enclosures. Its slim profile makes it a natural upgrade for laptops that require a compact, energy-efficient storage solution, while still delivering solid performance for everyday tasks and streaming media.
• Ample 1 TB capacity: With 1 terabyte of storage, you can install your operating system, essential applications, and a growing library of games, photos, and videos without constantly juggling space. The BarraCuda family is commonly chosen for OS drives and large data libraries alike, enabling faster boots and snappier file access compared to older or smaller HDD options.
• Efficient, quiet operation for laptops and small spaces: Designed with energy-conscious performance in mind, this drive contributes to quieter operation and reduced heat in portable systems. The combination of low idle power and efficient data transfer helps preserve battery life in laptops and keeps thermals in check in small form-factor desktops, so you can work, study, or play longer without interruption.
• Broad compatibility within the BarraCuda ecosystem: As part of Seagate’s BarraCuda portfolio, this 2.5" SATA drive benefits from the same compatibility mindset that makes upgrades straightforward. It works with standard SATA cables and is suitable for a wide array of operating systems and firmware environments, simplifying data migration, cloning, and system upgrades across multiple devices.

Technical Details of Seagate BarraCuda ST1000LM048 1 TB

• Capacity: 1 TB
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch internal hard drive
• Interface: SATA 6 Gb/s (SATA/600)
• Designed for: Laptop and small form factor PCs

How to install Seagate BarraCuda ST1000LM048

To install this drive in a compatible system, follow these steps carefully:

1) Power down the computer and unplug it from any power source. If you’re working with a laptop, remove the battery if possible and discharge any residual static electricity by touching a metal surface.

2) Open the chassis or access panel to locate an available 2.5-inch drive bay. If your system uses a caddy or tray, remove it and prepare the mounting screws.

3) Connect the SATA data cable to the motherboard or SATA controller and plug the other end into the drive’s SATA interface. Attach the SATA power connector from the power supply to the drive. Ensure the connectors are firmly seated.

4) Secure the drive in the bay with the appropriate screws, reassemble the enclosure, and reconnect power. If your system has multiple drives, verify that the new drive is recognized in the BIOS/UEFI.

5) Boot into your operating system and initialize the new drive using your OS’s disk management or partitioning tool. Create a new volume, format it with a compatible file system, and assign a drive letter if needed. After formatting, your drive is ready to store data, games, and media.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What capacity does this drive offer? A: It provides 1 TB of storage leave for OS, applications, and media, making it suitable for upgrading laptops and compact desktops.
• Q: What form factor is the Seagate BarraCuda ST1000LM048? A: It is a 2.5-inch internal hard drive designed for laptops, notebooks, and space-constrained desktops.
• Q: Which interface does it use? A: SATA 6 Gb/s (SATA/600), compatible with standard SATA connections in most systems.
• Q: Is this drive appropriate for gaming or media storage? A: Yes. The 1 TB BarraCuda delivers solid day-to-day performance and ample space for OS, games, and multimedia libraries in mobile and compact PC configurations.
• Q: Will this drive work in my system if I’ve never upgraded storage before? A: In most cases, yes. As a 2.5-inch SATA drive, it’s broadly compatible with laptops, external enclosures, and 2.5" bays in small form-factor PCs, with the usual OS-level drive formatting required after install.