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Western Digital Refurbished

Western Digital WD2502ABYS 250GB 7200 RPM 16MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive

SKU CH-C5NV-SAVF4 MPN WD2502ABYS

A refurbished 250 GB enterprise-class 3.5-inch drive spinning at 7200 RPM with 16 MB cache and a SATA 3.0 Gb/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
  • Enterprise-grade reliability with dynamic fly-height adjustment
  • 250GB capacity at 7200 RPM for responsive desktop storage
  • 16MB cache and 3.0Gb/s SATA interface sustain steady throughput
  • 9ms seek and 4.2ms latency reduce access delays
  • 0-inch low-profile 3.5" form factor fits standard bays

Western Digital RE3 250GB SATA Drive

This Western Digital RE3 drive is a 3.5 inch internal hard disk with a 250GB capacity. It spins at 7200 RPM and provides a 16MB cache buffer. The SATA 3.0Gb/s interface connects to desktop systems and servers.

Suits enterprise storage arrays.

The RE3 series targets enterprise environments needing continuous operation and RAID compatibility. Its 3.5 inch form factor requires a standard drive bay and desktop power. Buyers needing laptop drives or external portable storage should look elsewhere.

SATA 3.0Gb/s interface determines compatibility

The drive uses a SATA 3.0Gb/s interface with a 7-pin data connector. This specification decides whether the drive fits the host controller or backplane. Verify the system supports this interface generation 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 $11.99
Cheaper than about 97% 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 $47.96 per TB
Cheaper than about 63% of the 2,365 comparable items (median $62.21 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameWD
Product lineRE3
Model nameWD2502ABYS
Total capacity250 GB
Performance
Rotational speed7,200 RPM
Average seek time8.9 ms
Mean latency4.2 ms
Storage
Cache memory16 MB
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA 3.0Gb/s
Size & build
Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
Max height25.4 mm
Maximum width147.0 mm
Maximum length101.6 mm
Shipping weight0.44 kg
Package size196 × 135 × 28 mm

Questions about this item

Will the 1.0 inch height and 25.4mm maximum height fit my 3.5 inch drive bay?

Yes, the 1.0 inch low profile design matches the 25.4mm maximum height specification, fitting standard 3.5 inch internal drive bays.

How do I connect the SATA 3.0Gb/s interface correctly, and what is the common mistake?

Connect the 7-pin SATA data cable and 15-pin SATA power cable firmly; the common mistake is leaving the data cable loose, causing detection failures.

When should I expect to replace the 250GB drive given its 7200 RPM speed and enterprise RE3 design?

Enterprise RE3 drives are built for continuous operation; monitor SMART attributes for reallocated sectors or seek errors as replacement indicators.

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