MK2561GSYB Toshiba 0.25TB SATA 16 MB 2.5" Server HDD

High-Performance 2.5in Enterprise SATA HDD featuring 24/7 duty design with the MK2561GSYB

The MK2561GSYB is a 2.5in internal enterprise HDD built for SATA server bays where predictable behavior and continuous operation are more important than raw capacity. As a 7200 RPM CMR drive, the MK2561GSYB delivers consistent write characteristics suited to OS and appliance images, avoiding the write-amplification and rebuild sensitivity often associated with shingled recording in mixed I/O patterns.

Designed for integration into CPU-based server platforms and storage controllers that expose standard SATA connectivity, the MK2561GSYB fits common backplanes and hot-swap carriers used in legacy and entry infrastructure. Its small-footprint capacity supports clean boot/OS separation, dedicated logging volumes, and utility partitions while preserving higher-capacity tiers for data. In PCIe-centric systems, the MK2561GSYB remains a practical SATA endpoint behind HBA/RAID expansion, enabling straightforward provisioning and fast replacement cycles in dense node designs.

Why Choose the MK2561GSYB?

The MK2561GSYB provides a controlled density-to-performance balance for environments that need reliable spinning media in limited 2.5in slots, especially for boot pools and service volumes. The MK2561GSYB supports operational scalability by standardizing on a proven SATA form factor, simplifying spares management, and maintaining consistent behavior across steady-state workloads in 24/7 deployments.

Toshiba engineering emphasizes mechanical stability, sustained duty operation, and compatibility with enterprise server enclosures. The MK2561GSYB aligns with established data centre practices by supporting predictable lifecycle servicing, controlled thermals in compact bays, and integration with monitoring and RAID policies commonly used in SATA infrastructures.

Key Applications:

• Server boot and OS volumes
• Appliance operating system images
• Utility and logging partitions
• Legacy 2.5in SATA drive replacement

At Happyware - Server Hardware you benefit from non-binding offers tailored precisely to your deployment plan for MK2561GSYB refreshes or spares standardization, and you can extend the warranty up to 6 years to better align media coverage with enterprise maintenance windows.