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Seagate ST500LT012 PCB 100729420 Rev B Logic Board
Find the genuine Seagate ST500LT012 PCB 100729420 Rev B for your Momentus 500GB hard drive. This logic board is ideal for HDD repair and data recovery projects. Fast delivery with tracking across Europe and worldwide. Product Code: 100729420 Rev B
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Genuine Seagate ST500LT012 Replacement PCB
This listing is for a genuine PCB board, specifically model 100729420 Rev B, designed as a replacement logic board for the Seagate Momentus Thin 500GB SATA hard drive, model ST500LT012. If your SATA hard drive has suffered electronic failure, replacing the Printed Circuit Board (PCB) can often be a viable solution to recover your valuable data or restore functionality. This particular board is crucial for data recovery specialists and IT technicians looking for reliable components for hard disk drive repair. Ensure compatibility by matching the board number 100729420 Rev B.
Tested and Functional Logic Board
This PCB board 100729420 Rev B is confirmed to be in fully working condition. It was carefully removed from a functional Seagate Momentus ST500LT012 hard drive that had developed bad sectors, rendering the drive itself unreliable for continued storage. Before extraction, the hard drive unit, including this PCB, underwent HDD diagnostics using Badblocks software to verify the operational status of the electronics. This ensures you receive a component that has been tested and proven to work as expected prior to its removal.
Critical Compatibility Check for Your HDD
When replacing a hard drive PCB, it is absolutely vital to match the main board number, which in this case is 100729420 Rev B. Using an incompatible PCB can lead to further damage to your hard drive or prevent it from functioning altogether. This board is specifically intended for the Seagate Momentus 500GB model ST500LT012. Double-check your original PCB's markings, including "100729420 Rev B" and "C-14460240", to ensure a perfect match for a successful repair attempt.
Essential Firmware Transfer for Operation
Many modern hard drives, including the Seagate ST500LT012, store unique adaptive data or firmware information on the original PCB. For the replacement PCB (100729420 Rev B) to correctly interface with your hard drive platters and heads, this firmware must be transferred from your old, faulty board to this replacement. This typically involves desoldering a ROM or NV-RAM chip from your original PCB and soldering it onto this donor board. This step is critical for the drive to be recognized and operate.
Expertise Needed for ROM Chip Transfer
The process of transferring the firmware, whether it's by moving a ROM/NV-RAM chip or, in some cases, dealing with firmware located on the Main Controller IC, is a delicate operation. It requires specialized soldering equipment, such as a hot-air rework station, and significant technical expertise in electronics repair. Attempting this without the proper tools and knowledge can result in permanent damage to the PCB or the ROM chip itself. Please consider this before purchasing the PCB board 100729420 Rev B.
Professional ROM Swap Service Option
If you lack the necessary tools, skills, or confidence to perform the firmware transfer yourself, we can assist. We offer a professional ROM chip swapping service for an additional compensation. Our experienced technicians can expertly transfer the firmware from your old Seagate ST500LT012 PCB to this replacement board (100729420 Rev B), ensuring the best possible chance of success for your hard drive repair or data recovery. Please contact us to discuss this service option if you require assistance with the procedure.
Package Contents and Item Specifics
This sale includes only the PCB board identified by markings 100729420 Rev B and C-14460240. Any other items shown in the pictures, such as the complete hard drive assembly (HDD Model: ST500LT012, HDD S/N: W3PC0ZEB, HDD P/N: 1DG142-070), cables, tools, or other accessories, are for illustrative purposes only and are not included in this purchase. You are purchasing the bare logic board. The specific firmware version of the original drive was 0002LVM1 and date code 11/2014.
Reliable Shipping and Genuine Product
We ensure that the pictures provided are of the actual PCB board 100729420 Rev B that you will receive, not stock photos. This allows you to inspect the board's condition and layout prior to purchase. Delivery within Europe typically takes approximately 4 to 8 business days. For destinations in other parts of the world, please allow a few additional days for transit. We strive to dispatch your order promptly to get your Seagate ST500LT012 back in working order as soon as possible.
Description
- PCB markings: 100729420 Rev B
- Connector type: SATA
- HDD: Seagate Momentus Thin 500GB
- HDD Model: ST500LT012
- HDD S/N: W3PC0ZEB
- HDD P/N: 1DG142-070
- Firmware: 0002LVM1
- Date Code: 11/2014
Details
- PCB is in a fully working condition - it comes from a working hard drive with bad sectors; Before PCB was pulled from the hard drive, the hard drive was connected to the PC and the HDD diagnostics software (Badblocks) was run. Since the hard drive contained bad sectors and thus no longer considered reliable, the PCB was removed and other parts of the hard drive were scrapped.
- Some hard drives require firmware to be transferred from the old PCB board to the new one in order to work. This procedure requires ROM or NV-RAM chip to be removed from the old PCB and soldered to the new one. In some cases firmware resides in the Main Controller IC. This can be a challenging task that requires special tools and knowledge. Only purchase this PCB board if you possess both. If you don't you can contact us and we will gladly do that for you in exchange for some compensation.
- Only PCB is for sale, other objects that may be shown on pictures such as hard drives or other accessories are not included.
- Delivery throughout Europe takes around 4 to 8 days and a few days more to other parts of the world.
- Pictures are of the actual product.
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How long will it take to receive my order?
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I’m not sure if this is the item I need or if it will fit.
You’re welcome to contact us. We’ll be happy to assist you and help ensure you get the item that’s right for you.
I’m hesitant to buy a pre-owned item because it may not work as expected.
Every pre-owned item we sell is professionally inspected, cleaned, and thoroughly tested to ensure it is fully functional and meets customer expectations. While pre-owned items may show minor signs of use, such as light scratches or marks, no major imperfections or faults are present unless specifically noted in the item description. A standard warranty applies to all pre-owned items.
Are the photos on your website of the actual item I will receive?
For pre-owned products, we take photos of the actual item for sale so you can clearly see any cosmetic imperfections or signs of use.
What happens if I change my mind after making a purchase?
If you change your mind before the item is shipped, you will receive a full refund with no questions asked. If you change your mind after the item has shipped, you may return it within 30 days of receipt (return shipping is at the customer’s expense) to receive a refund. Please see our returns policy for details.
What if the item does not match the description or has an undisclosed defect?
If the item is not as described or has a hidden fault, you can return it. Once we inspect the item, we will issue a full refund, including the return shipping cost, provided the product was not damaged due to misuse or improper handling. Please see our returns policy for full details.
Do you offer a warranty on pre-owned products?
We offer a 180-day warranty on all pre-owned products unless a no-warranty policy is explicitly stated in the product description. Please refer to our warranty policy for more information.
“Excellent seller! The PCB 100729420 Rev B was a perfect match for my ST500LT012. Good communication and fast shipping to Germany.”
