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Maxtor

Maxtor DiamondMax 10 6V250F0 250GB 7200 RPM 16MB SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" internal hard drive

SKU CH-EZAJ-VQBB7 MPN 6V250F0

A 250 GB desktop hard drive with 7200 RPM speed, 16 MB cache and a SATA 3.0Gb/s interface

  • Total capacity250 GB
  • Interface typeSATA 3.0Gb/s
  • Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Packaging typeBare Drive
  • Rotational speed7,200 RPM
  • Cache memory16 MB
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers responsive desktop performance
  • 16 MB cache buffers bursts for smoother multitasking
  • SATA 3.0 Gb/s interface provides straightforward connectivity
  • Fluid dynamic bearing motor keeps acoustic levels low
  • Shock and Data Protection Systems guard stored files

Maxtor DiamondMax 10 250GB desktop drive

This Maxtor DiamondMax 10 model 6V250F0 is a 3.5 inch desktop internal hard drive with 250GB capacity. It spins at 7200 RPM and provides a 16MB cache on a SATA 3.0Gb/s interface. The bare drive uses a fluid dynamic bearing motor for quiet operation and includes Native Command Queuing support.

Suits older desktop upgrades not high capacity needs

This drive suits users upgrading or repairing legacy desktop systems that require a SATA 3.0Gb/s hard drive with 250GB of storage. It is not for buyers who need larger storage capacities or faster solid state performance for modern workloads. The 16MB cache and 7200 RPM speed serve basic desktop tasks adequately.

SATA 3.0Gb/s interface decides compatibility

The single specification that determines fit is the SATA 3.0Gb/s interface. Your motherboard or controller must provide a matching SATA port for this drive to function. The 3.5 inch form factor requires a standard desktop drive bay and the 250GB capacity is fixed by the model 6V250F0 design.

How it compares

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

Price $54.99
Cheaper than about 74% of the 4,938 comparable items (median $107.99).
Total capacity 250 GB
Lower than about 90% of the 2,372 comparable items (median 2 TB).
Price per TB $219.96 per TB
Pricier than about 80% of the 2,365 comparable items (median $62.21 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMaxtor
Product lineDiamondMax 10
Model name6V250F0
Total capacity250 GB
Performance
Rotational speed7,200 RPM
Average seek time9 ms
Mean latency4.17 ms
Storage
Cache memory16 MB
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA 3.0Gb/s
Size & build
Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
Shipping weight0.65 kg
Package size203 × 152 × 51 mm

Questions about this item

How can I confirm the Maxtor DiamondMax 10 6V250F0 is working correctly after installation?

The drive should be detected in BIOS at its full 250GB capacity with the SATA 3.0Gb/s link speed, and Windows Device Manager should report the model 6V250F0 without errors.

What does the bare-drive packaging include and what must I supply?

The box contains only the 3.5" SATA hard drive itself; you must provide a SATA data cable, a SATA power connector from your power supply, and mounting screws for your case.

Which capacity version of the DiamondMax 10 series should I choose?

This model is the 250GB variant with 16MB cache and 7200 RPM; select it if you need that exact capacity and performance specification.

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