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Black 2.5 inch internal hard drive, thin rectangular shape, matte finish

Western Publishing Company, Inc.

Western Publishing Company, Inc. WD2500LPLXProduct 250 GB 2.5" SATA/600 7200 rpm switch module

SKU CH-7VCQ-6H3NF MPN WD2500LPLXProduct

250 GB 2.5" internal hard drive with 7200 rpm spindle speed and 32 MB buffer, SATA/600 interface

  • 250 GB capacity stores large game libraries and media files
  • 7200 rpm spindle speed delivers fast load times for applications
  • 32 MB buffer smooths data bursts during heavy workloads
  • SATA 600 interface provides high throughput for compatible systems
  • 5 inch form factor fits notebooks, desktops and gaming consoles

What this drive is and who it fits

The WD2500LPLXProduct is a 250 GB 2.5-inch internal hard drive built for desktop PCs, notebooks and gaming consoles. It uses a SATA interface and spins at 7200 rpm with a 32 MB buffer. The black casing measures .3 inches high, 2.8 inches wide and 3.9 inches deep, weighing approximately 3.20 oz. It carries RoHS, WEEE and China RoHS certifications.

The spec that decides fit

The drive connects through a SATA/600 interface, so the host system must provide a standard SATA data and power connector. The 2.5-inch form factor fits bays or caddies designed for that size; a 3.5-inch bay will require an adapter. The 7200 rpm spindle speed draws more power than slower drives, so the platform must supply adequate current on the 5 V rail.

Installation notes and common issues

Mount the drive using four M3 screws in the standard 2.5-inch pattern, then attach the SATA data and power cables. The low .3-inch height clears most slim bays, but some ultra-thin laptops only accept 7 mm drives, so verify the bay depth before fitting. A missing or loose SATA cable is the usual cause of the drive not appearing in BIOS.

How it compares

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Price $39.99
Cheaper than about 69% of the 1,517 comparable items (median $68.99).

Specifications

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Brand nameWestern Digital

Questions about this item

What does the 7200 rpm spindle speed mean for everyday use?

The 7200 rpm spindle speed provides quicker data access than slower drives, resulting in faster boot times and more responsive application loading in a desktop PC, notebook or gaming console.

What does the SATA/600 interface cap in practice?

The SATA/600 interface supports a maximum theoretical transfer rate of 600 MB/s, though real-world throughput will be lower and limited by the drive’s own 32 MB buffer and mechanical speed.

Will the 0.3 inch height fit my laptop’s 2.5 inch bay?

Yes, the drive’s 2.5 inch form factor with a 0.3 inch height matches the standard slim profile used in most notebooks, desktops and gaming consoles.

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