Anyone use Hitachi 7k500?

[oplix]

Just wondering if anyone uses the Hitachi 7k500 HDD. I'm thinking about getting one (only $75 w/ free shipping on newegg). It seems to get mixed reviews. Some say it's quiet/fast some say it's loud.

Just wondering if anyone has some personal experience they would share.

 

[jmdMac]

Just wondering if anyone uses the Hitachi 7k500 HDD. I'm thinking about getting one (only $75 w/ free shipping on newegg). It seems to get mixed reviews. Some say it's quiet/fast some say it's loud.

Just wondering if anyone has some personal experience they would share.

I put one in my mbp a couple days after getting it. It works great, havn't noticed anymore sound than the original 320gb 5400rpm it came with. When I was asking about hdd's over a month ago, this was recommended by many members. Buy one, enjoy it!

 

[DesmoPilot]

Great HD; haven't noticed any difference in vibration/noise over the stock HD. Best 2.5" 500GB 7200RPM on the market.

 

[bestthereis27]

Yup I have 2 in a Raid 0...no vibrations or loud noise for me. Doesn't get very hot either. Overall very happy with my decision.

 

[HBOC]

Have had mine in my Peryn MBP since December and has been fantastic. I think I paid $89 for mine at Frys.

 

[oplix]

excellent guys, thank you for your feedback.

 

[Macloven]

put one in a few weeks ago, and it's been perfect. Somewhere on this forum is a write-up of my hard drive transfer experience. I know I paid more than you, and still not a single regret. It's great having lots of space, and it's fast/quiet.