Name: WD2500BHTZ-04JCPV1 Western Digital 250GB 10K RPM SATA 6Gb/s 2.5-inch HDD
Brand: Western Digital
SKU: WD2500BHTZ-04JCPV1
Price: 161.96 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Western Digital VelociRaptor 250GB hard drive offers a blend of fast spindle speed and sizable cache memory, aimed at users who need faster-than-average data access in a compact size. It fits well in systems that require high performance but have limited internal space, such as gaming desktops or small-form-factor PCs.

General Information
Brand	Western Digital
Part Number	WD2500BHTZ-04JCPV1

Technical Information
Capacity	250GB
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Disk Format	SATA III (6 Gb/s)
Cache	64MB
Spindle Speed	10000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	No
Hot Swappable	No
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Desktop,Workstation,Server
MTBF	1,200,000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SATA

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL

Product Description
The Western Digital VelociRaptor 250GB hard drive is built for users who need reliable speed and performance in a compact 2.5-inch form factor. It’s commonly found in gaming rigs and high-performance desktops where rapid data access and quick load times are important. Often used by gamers, content creators, and professionals handling large files, this drive balances fast spindle speed with solid cache memory to deliver smooth operation under demanding workloads. Key Features High-speed 10,000 RPM spindle for quicker data retrieval Robust 64MB cache to improve overall drive responsiveness Fast SATA 6Gb/s interface enabling swift communication with the system Compact 2.5-inch size fitting into tight spaces in desktops or servers Optimized for performance-intensive applications and multitasking This hard drive is typically installed in performance-focused setups where physical size is limited but speed cannot be compromised. It helps reduce wait times during file transfers and application loading, making it useful in environments that demand quick data access without switching to SSDs.

Use Cases
The Western Digital VelociRaptor 250GB hard drive is designed for environments where rapid data retrieval and high rotational speed are critical, yet space constraints demand a compact form factor. It is particularly suited for IT professionals managing performance-sensitive workloads in limited physical spaces. How It's Used: High-performance gaming desktops requiring fast load times and responsive asset streaming. Small-form-factor workstations running intensive data analysis or CAD applications. Enterprise edge servers where quick access to frequently used data improves operational efficiency. Virtualization hosts needing fast storage tiers for caching or high-speed swap files in constrained rack spaces. Media editing setups that demand quick read/write speeds for large video files in compact environments. This hard drive enhances system responsiveness and throughput in environments where workload intensity and physical limitations coincide. Its combination of speed and size supports scalability by enabling performance boosts without requiring larger drive bays.