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Rectangular silver 2.5 inch SATA hard drive with label showing model and capacity

Western Digital

Western Digital Scorpio Blue WD2500BPVT 250GB 5400RPM 2.5" SATA

SKU CH-WP3K-6FB9T

2.5-inch SATA laptop hard drive with 250 GB capacity, 5400 RPM speed and 8 MB cache

  • 250 GB capacity stores documents and media
  • 5400 RPM spindle delivers quiet low-power operation
  • 8 MB cache buffers bursts for smoother access
  • SATA 3 Gb/s interface fits standard laptop bays
  • 5 inch form factor suits slim notebook upgrades

250 GB laptop drive for storage upgrades

The Western Digital Scorpio Blue WD2500BPVT is a 2.5 inch internal hard drive built for notebooks and other compact systems. It delivers 250 GB of capacity on a SATA 3Gb/s interface with a 5400 RPM spindle speed and 8 MB cache. The drive suits users who need affordable bulk storage for documents, media or a secondary operating system.

2.5 inch SATA form factor fits standard bays

The 2.5 inch size matches the drive bay found in most laptops and many small-form-factor desktops. A SATA data and power connector provides a straightforward installation without adapters. At 1.0 pound the unit adds minimal weight to a portable chassis. Mechanical operation means audible seek noise and vibration are present during use.

Check bay height and interface speed before ordering

Verify that the target system accepts a 2.5 inch SATA drive with a 3Gb/s link; some newer platforms only provide 6Gb/s ports which remain compatible but will not increase throughput. Confirm the physical bay height allowance as thicker drives may not fit ultra-thin designs. Ensure the BIOS or operating system can address the full 250 GB capacity.

Highlights

  • 250 GB capacity stores documents and media
  • 5400 RPM spindle delivers quiet low-power operation
  • 8 MB cache buffers bursts for smoother access
  • SATA 3 Gb/s interface fits standard laptop bays
  • 5 inch form factor suits slim notebook upgrades

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

What does the SATA 3Gb/s interface limit in practice?

The SATA 3Gb/s interface sets the maximum bus transfer rate for the drive.

What physical space and mounting does the 2.5-inch form factor require?

The drive needs a 2.5-inch drive bay or caddy with standard SATA data and power connectors.

How is the drive installed and what step is often missed?

Connect the SATA data and power cables, secure the drive with screws, then initialise and format the new volume in the operating system.

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