Name: HDD2H81 Toshiba 640GB 5400RPM SATA 3Gb/s 8MB Cache 2.5-Inch Hard Drive
Brand: Toshiba
SKU: HDD2H81
Price: 244.14 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Toshiba 640GB 5400RPM SATA 3Gb/s 2.5-Inch Hard Drive offers solid storage for portable devices with a focus on dependable everyday use. It fits well in laptops and external enclosures where space is limited and quiet operation matters, delivering a good balance of capacity and efficiency.

General Information
Brand	Toshiba
Part Number	HDD2H81

Technical Information
Capacity	640GB
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Disk Format	HDD
Cache	8MB
Spindle Speed	5400RPM
Hot Pluggable	No
Hot Swappable	No
Hybrid Drive	No

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SATA 3GB/s

Physical Characteristics
Height	9.5 mm
Width	69.85 mm
Depth	100.2 mm
Dimensions	9.5 mm x 69.85 mm x 100.2 mm
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	2.50

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
The Toshiba 640GB 2.5-inch hard drive is built for laptops and compact devices requiring reliable storage. It’s commonly used in portable computing environments where a balance of capacity and energy efficiency is important. Often found in mid-range laptops and external storage solutions, this drive suits users who need a decent amount of space without sacrificing battery life or quiet operation. It’s ideal for everyday tasks like document storage, media playback, and light software use. Key Features Uses SATA 3Gb/s interface for steady data transfer rates 5400RPM speed reduces power consumption compared to faster drives 8MB cache helps smooth out read/write operations 2.5-inch form factor fits most portable devices 640GB capacity supports a variety of storage needs This hard drive is typically found in consumer laptops and external drives where moderate speed and quiet performance are valued. It handles general storage tasks reliably without making much noise or drawing excessive power.

Use Cases
The Toshiba 640GB 5400RPM SATA 3Gb/s 2.5-Inch Hard Drive is primarily used in compact computing environments where storage density and power efficiency are critical. It is well-suited for mobile professionals and businesses requiring reliable data access in laptops and portable storage solutions within quiet office settings. How It's Used: Upgrading storage capacity in corporate laptops used by remote workers requiring moderate performance with lower power consumption. Deployment in external portable hard drive enclosures for field data collection in industries like surveying or environmental research. Integration into thin clients or small form-factor PCs in call centers or administrative offices where noise and heat are tightly controlled. Use in archival or backup systems that prioritize quiet operation and energy efficiency over intensive read/write workloads. Installation within mobile point-of-sale devices needing durable, modest-capacity storage in retail or event environments. This drive supports operational efficiency by balancing storage capacity and power usage in compact devices, allowing IT environments to scale storage without compromising device portability or thermal constraints. Its design aligns with workloads that demand consistent, low-noise storage performance rather than high-throughput scenarios.