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Silver rectangular 2.5-inch internal hard drive with label showing model 625609-B21

HPE

HPE 625609-B21 1 TB 2.5" 7200 RPM SATA internal hard drive

SKU CH-VWMR-AYE27

1 TB 2.5" SATA/300 internal hard drive spinning at 7200 RPM for desktop storage

  • Total capacity1 TB
  • Interface typeSATA
  • Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
  • Flash memory typeSLC
  • Rotational speed7,200 RPM
  • 1 TB capacity stores large data sets
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers responsive read and write performance
  • SATA 300 interface provides broad system compatibility
  • 5 inch small form factor fits dense server and storage bays
  • HP Qualified Option ensures tested reliability in HPE environments

Capacity and interface

This HPE 625609-B21 provides 1 TB of storage on a SATA 300 interface. The 2.5 inch form factor fits small-form-factor desktops and server bays. It is built for systems that require a midline drive with a 7200 RPM spindle speed.

Sustained workload behaviour

The 7200 RPM spindle delivers consistent throughput for sequential reads and writes during extended operations. Midline positioning means the drive is engineered for balanced duty cycles rather than peak burst performance. It handles typical business data volumes without the thermal profile of enterprise-class units.

Build and mounting implications

The 2.5 inch SFF design allows dense drive populations in compatible chassis. A standard SATA connector ensures straightforward cabling in most desktop and server backplanes. HP Qualified Option status indicates the drive has passed integration testing for supported HPE platforms.

How it compares

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

Price $49.99
Cheaper than about 78% of the 4,938 comparable items (median $107.99).
Total capacity 1 TB
Lower than about 60% of the 2,372 comparable items (median 2 TB).
Price per TB $49.99 per TB
Cheaper than about 61% of the 2,365 comparable items (median $62.21 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameHP
Model name625609-B21
Total capacity1 TB
Performance
Rotational speed7,200 RPM
Storage
Flash memory typeSLC
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA
Size & build
Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)

Questions about this item

How loud and hot does the 7200 RPM drive get when it runs continuously?

The 7200 RPM spindle speed and 2.5 inch form factor mean it will produce typical mechanical drive noise and warmth during sustained use; ensure your chassis has adequate airflow.

What must my system provide for this SATA/300 drive to work?

A free 2.5 inch drive bay, a SATA data cable, and a SATA power connector from the power supply.

Will the 1 TB midline drive work reliably alongside older SATA controllers?

Yes, the SATA/300 interface is backward compatible with earlier SATA revisions, so it will operate on older controllers at their maximum supported speed.

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