Description
Seagate 960GB SATA SSD XF1230-1A0960 delivers enterprise-grade speed, 2.5" form factor, 6Gb/s interface & high endurance for desktops, laptops & servers.
Product Features
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960GB capacity for reliable storage performance
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2.5" form factor with SATA III 6Gb/s interface
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Up to 550 MB/s read & 520 MB/s write speeds
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Enterprise-class endurance with XF1230 reliability
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Optimized for 24/7 workloads and heavy applications
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Energy-efficient operation reduces heat & power use
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Compatible with desktops, laptops, and servers
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Model numbers: 2BX162-300 / XF1230-1A0960
General Product Information
The Seagate 960GB SATA SSD (2BX162-300 / XF1230-1A0960) is an enterprise-grade solid-state drive designed to deliver speed, endurance, and reliability for demanding environments. With a generous 960GB capacity, this SSD provides the perfect balance of performance and storage space for desktops, laptops, and servers.
Powered by a SATA III 6Gb/s interface, it offers up to 550 MB/s read and 520 MB/s write speeds, ensuring faster boot times, quicker application launches, and improved multitasking. Compared to traditional hard drives, this SSD delivers 5x faster performance while using less power and generating less heat.
As part of Seagate’s XF1230 enterprise SSD series, the drive is built for 24/7 operation, supporting virtualization, caching, and high I/O workloads in business environments. Its energy-efficient design extends system life and reduces operating costs.
Whether upgrading a workstation, gaming rig, office PC, or enterprise server, the Seagate 960GB SATA SSD provides the performance, reliability, and scalability required for modern workloads.
Technical Specifications Table
| Specification | Details |
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| Brand | Seagate |
| Model Numbers | 2BX162-300 / XF1230-1A0960 |
| Capacity | 960GB |
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch |
| Interface | SATA III 6Gb/s |
| Sequential Read | Up to 550 MB/s |
| Sequential Write | Up to 520 MB/s |
| Endurance | Enterprise-grade, optimized for 24/7 workloads |
| Power Consumption | Low-power, energy-efficient |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 7mm x 69.8mm x 100mm |
| Weight | ~55g |
| Operating Temp | 0°C – 70°C |
Compatible Products
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Desktop PCs with SATA III motherboards (Intel & AMD chipsets)
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Laptops supporting 2.5" SATA drives
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Servers & workstations (Dell, HP, IBM, Lenovo) with SATA slots
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Operating Systems – Windows, Linux, VMware ESXi, macOS (with SATA support)
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Compatible with RAID controllers and storage arrays
Ideal Use Cases
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Workstations & office PCs – faster boot and application load times
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Gaming systems – reduced lag and faster level load speeds
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Creative workloads – video editing, 3D rendering, and media production
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Enterprise servers – caching, virtualization, and database workloads
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Budget-friendly upgrades – affordable SSD replacement for HDDs
Comparison Angle
Compared to traditional hard drives, the Seagate 960GB SSD offers significantly faster performance, lower power consumption, and higher reliability. Unlike consumer-grade SSDs, the XF1230 series is engineered for enterprise workloads, providing 24/7 endurance, better consistency under heavy loads, and improved data reliability, making it an excellent choice for both professional and business applications.
Cross-Sell / Upsell Suggestions
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Seagate 480GB SSDs – cost-effective smaller capacity option
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Seagate 1.92TB SATA SSDs – for higher-capacity storage needs
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Enterprise HDDs – bulk storage paired with SSD speed
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External enclosures & adapters – convert into portable SSDs
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High-performance CPUs & memory kits – to complement storage speed