[NCMike1]

Our Bolt 500 is getting too slow but we don't use much of it's storage.

What technology am I searching for in a replacement drive to ensure longevity?

Has anyone installed the Seagate ST500LM30?

Thanks in advance.

 

[JayMan747]

I had the same issue about a year ago and installed the below, at the time is was $50 and has worked great the last year.
Toshiba MQ03ABB200 2TB 5400RPM 16MB Cache SATA

 

[MrDell]

I had the same issue about a year ago and installed the below, at the time is was $50 and has worked great the last year.
Toshiba MQ03ABB200 2TB 5400RPM 16MB Cache SATA

Yes... great replacement hard drive!!

 

[Laughs Brightly]

Yes... great replacement hard drive!!

Can't seem to find one new anywhere. What's the next option?

 

[dianebrat]

Can't seem to find one new anywhere. What's the next option?

Doesn't seem that hard to get https://www.amazon.com/TOSHIBA-MQ03...d=1&keywords=MQ03ABB200&qid=1619030976&sr=8-1

There are multiple sellers selling it on Amazon