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Silver rectangular 2.5 inch SATA hard drive with label visible

HGST

HGST HTS542525K9SA00Product Travelstar 5K250 250 GB 5400 RPM 8 MB SATA 2.5" internal hard drive

SKU CH-M0RG-DJ6J5 MPN HTS542525K9SA00Product

2.5-inch SATA hard drive with 250 GB capacity, 5400 RPM spindle speed and 8 MB buffer for notebook PCs

  • NAND Flash Memory TypeHard Drive
  • 250 GB capacity stores large notebook libraries
  • 5400 RPM spindle speed balances speed with quiet operation
  • 8 MB buffer smooths data flow for everyday tasks
  • SATA 150 interface fits standard 2.5 inch laptop bays
  • Low 5400 RPM power draw extends battery life on mobile systems

250 GB Travelstar 5K250 for notebook PCs

This HGST drive provides 250 GB of storage in a 2.5" form factor for notebook PCs. It spins at 5400 RPM with an 8 MB buffer and connects via SATA interface. The product is new and suited for mobile storage upgrades.

Sustained load behaviour with 5400 RPM spindle

The 5400 RPM spindle speed and 8 MB buffer deliver steady throughput for typical notebook workloads. Outstanding power management keeps consumption low during continuous operation. This design supports longer battery life in mobile systems under sustained use.

Straightforward 2.5" SATA installation

The drive fits standard 2.5" drive bays with a height of 0.4" and depth of 3.9". SATA/150 interface ensures broad compatibility with notebook SATA controllers. Retail or OEM packing may vary, so mounting screws or adapters are not guaranteed.

Highlights

  • 250 GB capacity stores large notebook libraries
  • 5400 RPM spindle speed balances speed with quiet operation
  • 8 MB buffer smooths data flow for everyday tasks
  • SATA 150 interface fits standard 2.5 inch laptop bays
  • Low 5400 RPM power draw extends battery life on mobile systems

Specifications

BrandHGST
NAND Flash Memory TypeHard Drive

Questions about this item

How much power does the Travelstar 5K250 draw during all-day use?

The drive is designed for the lowest 5400 RPM power consumption, extending notebook battery life.

What interface must the laptop provide for this 2.5" SATA drive?

A SATA/150 port is required for the HTS542525K9SA00 to operate.

Will this 5400 RPM drive work in an older laptop that only supports SATA/150?

Yes, the drive interface standard is SATA/150, matching that older controller.

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