HDD HP 320GB 2.5in SATA 5400RPM 7mm 691917-011

The HP 320GB HDD is a 2.5-inch SATA hard drive with a 5400 RPM spindle speed and a 7mm slim form factor. Designed for use in laptops and compact desktop systems, it provides 320GB of storage space for operating systems, applications, documents and media. The drive uses a standard SATA interface for straightforward installation and supports typical 2.5-inch drive mounting arrangements in notebooks, small form-factor PCs and external enclosures.

Advantages

This 2.5-inch HDD combines a compact 7mm thickness with a moderate 5400 RPM rotational speed to deliver a balance of storage capacity and power efficiency suitable for everyday computing. The SATA interface ensures broad compatibility with laptop SATA connectors and many mobile drive bays. Its 320GB capacity offers a practical amount of space for users who need reliable local storage without the higher cost of larger drives or SSDs.

Suitable for

• Replacing or upgrading storage in laptops with 2.5-inch bays
• Small form-factor or thin desktop systems that accept 7mm drives
• Use in external USB enclosures for portable storage
• Secondary storage for media collections, backups or archives

Key specifications

• Form factor: 2.5-inch
• Capacity: 320 GB
• Interface: SATA (serial ATA)
• Rotational speed: 5400 RPM
• Height: 7 mm (slim profile)

How to use

Shut down the host device and disconnect power before installing the drive. Mount the 2.5-inch HDD into the laptop bay, caddy or external enclosure using the appropriate screws or adapter brackets for a 7mm drive. Connect the SATA data and power connectors to the host motherboard or enclosure interface. After powering on, initialize and format the drive via the operating system disk management tools if required, then transfer files or install an operating system as needed.

Recommendations

For reliable operation, avoid exposing the drive to strong vibration or shock during installation and use. Use the drive in environments within typical laptop operating temperature ranges and ensure good ventilation in compact systems. For important data, maintain regular backups to separate media or cloud storage and consider SSDs for users requiring higher performance or lower access latency.