WD Scorpio Blue 250 GB 2.5-inch PATA/IDE 5400 RPM 8 MB Cache Hard Drive - WD2500BEVE

The WD Scorpio Blue WD2500BEVE is a reliable 250 GB hard disk drive designed for mobile computing. With a 2.5-inch form factor and PATA/IDE interface, it is an ideal upgrade or replacement for older laptops and portable devices. This drive combines ample storage capacity with low power consumption and quiet operation, making it perfect for everyday use.

Advantages

This drive offers a generous 250 GB storage capacity, allowing you to store documents, photos, music, and more. Its 5400 RPM rotational speed provides a good balance between performance and energy efficiency. The 8 MB cache buffer enhances data access speeds, while the low power consumption (2.5 W read/write, 0.85 W idle) helps extend battery life in laptops. Additionally, the drive operates quietly at 24 dBA idle and 26 dBA seek, ensuring a peaceful computing environment.

Suitable for

• Upgrading or replacing hard drives in older laptops and notebooks with PATA/IDE interface
• External storage enclosures that support 2.5-inch PATA drives
• Embedded systems and legacy devices requiring reliable storage

Key specifications

• Storage Capacity: 250 GB
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch
• Interface: PATA/IDE (ATA/100)
• Rotational Speed: 5400 RPM
• Cache Buffer: 8 MB
• Max. Sustained Transfer Rate: Up to 100 MB/s
• Average Latency: 5.5 ms
• Average Seek Time: 12 ms
• Power Consumption (Read/Write): 2.5 W
• Power Consumption (Idle): 0.85 W
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 60°C
• Non-Operating Temperature: -40°C to 65°C
• Operating Shock: 300G (2ms)
• Non-Operating Shock: 900G (1ms)
• Acoustics (Idle): 24 dBA
• Acoustics (Seek): 26 dBA
• MTBF: 300,000 hours

Recommendations

This drive is an excellent choice for reviving older laptops or for use in external enclosures where PATA interface is required. Its low power consumption and quiet operation make it suitable for daily computing tasks.