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Silver rectangular 3.5 inch bare SATA hard drive

HP

HP 684599-001 3TB 3.5" SATA 7200 RPM internal hard drive

SKU CH-H540-4H3MB

3.5-inch desktop hard drive storing 3TB at 7200 RPM on a SATA 6.0Gb/s interface

  • Total capacity3 TB
  • Interface typeSATA 6.0Gb/s
  • Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Packaging typeBare Drive
  • Rotational speed7,200 RPM
  • 3 TB capacity stores large media libraries and backups
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers quick file access
  • SATA 6.0 Gb/s interface provides high throughput
  • 5 inch form factor fits standard desktop bays
  • Original HP part 684599-001 ensures system compatibility

HP 684599-001 3 TB SATA desktop drive

The HP 684599-001 is a 3 TB 3.5 inch internal hard drive that spins at 7200 RPM and connects through a SATA 6.0 Gb/s interface. It arrives as a bare drive in either retail or OEM packaging and carries the original HP part number 684599-001.

Suits bulk storage builds not hot-plug bays

This drive suits desktop builders who need high-capacity mechanical storage for backups media libraries or secondary data volumes. It is not for servers or enclosures that require hot-plug capability because the unit is designated non hot-plug. Buyers who need removable drive trays or hot-swap support should look at a different model.

SATA 6.0 Gb/s interface decides compatibility

The single specification that decides fit is the SATA 6.0 Gb/s interface which must match the motherboard or controller port. The 3.5 inch form factor requires a standard desktop drive bay and the 7200 RPM spindle speed determines the sustained transfer rate profile. Verify that your system provides a SATA data and power connection before purchase.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in 3.5-Inch Internal Desktop HDDs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $131.99
Pricier than about 56% of the 4,938 comparable items (median $107.99).
Total capacity 3 TB
Higher than about 60% of the 2,372 comparable items (median 2 TB).
Price per TB $44.00 per TB
Cheaper than about 66% of the 2,365 comparable items (median $62.21 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameHP
Model name684599-001
Total capacity3 TB
Performance
Rotational speed7,200 RPM
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA 6.0Gb/s
Size & build
Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)

Questions about this item

What does the 7200 RPM speed mean for everyday desktop use?

The 7200 RPM spindle delivers faster sequential throughput than slower drives, cutting load times for large files and operating system tasks.

How does the SATA 6.0Gb/s interface limit real-world transfer rates?

The SATA 6.0Gb/s link caps sustained transfers at the interface maximum, so the drive cannot exceed that ceiling even if its internal media is faster.

Will this 3.5-inch bare drive fit a standard desktop bay without extra brackets?

Yes, the 3.5-inch form factor matches standard desktop drive bays and uses regular SATA data and power connectors for direct installation.

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