HP Enterprise GB0250EAFYK 250GB 7.2K 3,5 tuuman SATA Entry-Level Enterprise HDD

This entry-level enterprise hard drive delivers a balance of capacity, speed, and reliability for HP ProLiant server environments. With a 250 GB capacity, 7200 RPM rotational speed, and SATA 3Gb/s interface, it provides dependable performance for boot, logging, and light application workloads. Hot-swap support simplifies maintenance in compatible server chassis.

Highlights

• 250 GB formatted capacity for essential storage tasks
• 7200 RPM spindle speed for responsive data access
• SATA 3Gb/s interface ensures broad compatibility
• 16 MB cache buffer smooths read/write operations
• Hot-swap capability for reduced downtime
• 1.2 million hours MTBF for long-term reliability

In daily use

The GB0250EAFYK is designed for entry-level enterprise workloads where consistent performance and reliability matter more than maximum capacity. Its 3.5-inch form factor fits standard server drive bays, while the 512n sector format maintains compatibility with legacy operating systems and hypervisors. Average latency of 4.16 ms keeps I/O responsive for virtualized environments and small databases.

Full specifications

• Storage Capacity: 250 GB
• Interface: SATA 3Gb/s
• Rotational Speed: 7200 RPM
• Form Factor: 3.5-inch
• Drive Type: Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
• Drive Class: Entry-Level Enterprise
• Cache: 16 MB
• Average Latency: 4.16 ms
• Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF): 1,200,000 hours
• Hot-Swap Support: Yes
• Compatibility: Designed for HP ProLiant Servers
• Sector Size: 512n
• Operating Power Consumption: 11 W
• Idle Power Consumption: 7 W
• Operating Temperature: 5°C to 55°C (41°F to 131°F)
• Non-Operating Temperature: -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
• Operating Shock: 70 G (2 ms half-sine)
• Non-Operating Shock: 300 G (2 ms half-sine)

Final note

A reliable workhorse for HP ProLiant servers, the GB0250EAFYK combines proven mechanical design with hot-swap convenience, making it a practical choice for system builders and IT administrators.