Details Information
WD2500AAKS is a model number for a 250GB 7200 RPM SATA hard drive made by Western Digital under their Caviar Blue brand. The drive features a SATA interface and a 7200 RPM spindle speed, which allows for quick access to stored data. The 250GB storage capacity is suitable for storing a moderate amount of data. The 16MB buffer is used to improve performance of the drive by providing a small amount of fast memory for the hard drive to use as a cache.
This hard drive is designed for use in desktop computers, laptops and other consumer-grade devices. It is suitable for general usage scenarios such as file storage and media playback. The SFF (small form factor) design of the drive allows for a space-saving design that is well suited for compact systems and other space-constrained environments.
It's worth noting that this model has been discontinued, and the knowledge cutoff is 2021, so the information above may not be accurate anymore, and it might not be available for purchase. Additionally, it's important to check the power and cable requirements for the drive, to make sure that your computer or device has the necessary connections.
High-performance
The WD2500AAKS Western Digital Caviar Blue 250GB 7.2K RPM SFF SATA hard drive was a reliable hard drive when it was available, it was designed for general usage scenarios such as file storage and media playback, and it was suitable for use in desktop computers, laptops and other consumer-grade devices.
However, it's worth noting that this model has been discontinued and the knowledge cutoff is 2021, so the information above may not be accurate anymore and it might not be available for purchase. Additionally, hard drive failure rates are affected by various factors such as usage, environment, and handling, so it's difficult to provide a definitive statement about the reliability of this drive.
It's recommended to check the warranty and return policy of the vendor where you plan to purchase the drive, also consider the use case and the criticality of the data that you're going to store on the drive and plan accordingly. Backups and redundancy options can help mitigate the risk of data loss.General Compatibility
The WD2500AAKS Western Digital Caviar Blue 250GB 7.2K RPM SFF SATA hard drive is designed to be compatible with desktop computers, laptops, and other consumer-grade devices that have a SATA interface and support the drive's form factor. The drive features a SATA III interface with a 6 Gbps data transfer rate and Small Form Factor (SFF) design.
It is important to check with the computer or device manufacturer to ensure that the drive is compatible with your specific model. Additionally, it's important to check the power and cable requirements for the drive, to make sure that your computer or device has the necessary connections.
It's recommended to check your computer or device manual or the manufacturer's website to see if it supports SATA hard drives and the connection interface is compatible with the hard drive. Additionally, it's important to check the storage capacity and form factor of your computer or device to make sure that the drive will physically fit.
It's worth noting that this model has been discontinued, and the knowledge cutoff is 2021, so the information above may not be accurate anymore, and it might not be available for purchase.
Detail Description:
Manufacturer : Western Digital Corporation
Manufacturer Part Number : WD2500AAKS
Type : Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Sub-Type : SATA-||
Product Line : WD CAVIAR BLUE
Product Name : WD CAVIAR BLUE 250GB Hard Drive
Specification
Drive Type : Hard Drive – Internal
Width : 4 in
Depth : 5.8 in
Height : 1 in
Hard Drive
Form Factor : 3.5" x 1/3H
Capacity : 250 GB
Interface Type : Serial ATA-300
Buffer Size : 16 MB
Compliant Standards : S.M.A.R.T.
Performance
Drive Transfer Rate : 300 MBps (external)
Seek Time : 8.9 ms (average) / 21 ms (max)
Track-to-Track Seek Time : 2 ms
Average Latency : 4.2 ms
Spindle Speed : 7200 rpm
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Warranty
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30-days to 3 years warranty:
Replacement or refund. In the case of material defects, we will try to replace the product first. The product will be replaced before the expiration of the original warranty. For any failure of hardware, if we cannot process the replacement of the product(s)/model(s), we will refund the original selling/invoiced price. The shipping costs and sales tax, if any, are non-refundable. ALLHDD retains the right to decide whether the item(s) will process for replacement or refund.
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