TOSHIBA MK2546GSX
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| TOSHIBA MK2546GSX | 250 | 61 | 26 | 23 | 0.53 | 0.57 | 14.67 | 6.83 |
The measurement of the TOSHIBA MK2546GSX was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the TOSHIBA MK2546GSX under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the TOSHIBA MK2546GSX should be used.
The TOSHIBA MK2546GSX is a 2.5-inch hard drive from Toshiba designed for use in laptops, external storage solutions and other mobile devices. It is part of Toshiba's MK series and offers a combination of capacity, reliability and performance suitable for various applications.
1. General Description
The TOSHIBA MK2546GSX is an internal hard drive with a capacity of 250 GB. It is designed as a 2.5-inch hard drive, making it ideal for use in laptops and portable devices where available space is limited. The hard drive uses a SATA interface to perform data transfers and is designed for everyday use in computers and external enclosures.
2. Technical Details
- Capacity: 250 GB. This capacity provides sufficient storage space for the operating system, programs and personal data such as photos, music and documents.
- Form Factor: 2.5-inch. The 2.5-inch form factor is compact and suitable for installation in laptops, ultra-thin notebooks, and external hard drive enclosures.
- Interface: SATA II (3 Gbps). The SATA II interface enables a maximum data transfer rate of up to 3 Gbps (300 MB/s), which is sufficient for most applications, although newer SSDs and hard drives offer higher speeds.
- Rotational Speed: 5400 RPM. A rotational speed of 5400 RPM offers a good balance between performance and energy efficiency. This is typical for hard drives in laptops, as they are designed to be quiet and energy efficient.
- Cache Memory: 8 MB. Cache memory helps to provide frequently accessed data more quickly, thereby improving the overall performance of the hard drive.
- Average access time: Approximately 12 ms. This access time is typical for 5400 RPM hard drives and ensures acceptable response times for everyday tasks.
- MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): Approximately 600,000 hours. This figure indicates the average time between failures in operation and indicates a high level of reliability of the hard drive.
- Operating temperature: 0 to 60 °C. The hard drive can operate reliably within this temperature range.
- Power consumption:
- Operating: Approximately 1.8 W.
- Idle: Approximately 0.4 W. The low power consumption contributes to energy efficiency and extends battery life in laptops.
3. Features
- SATA II interface: The SATA II interface enables a sufficient data transfer rate for many applications and is compatible with most modern laptops and computers.
- Energy Efficiency: The hard drive is energy efficient and offers low power consumption during idle and operation, contributing to longer battery life in laptops.
- Low Noise: The hard drive is designed to be as quiet as possible during operation, making it suitable for use in quiet environments.
- Error Correction: The hard drive includes basic error correction mechanisms to ensure data integrity.
- Stability and Reliability: With a high MTBF, the hard drive offers reliable performance for long-term use.
4. Application Area
- Laptops: The TOSHIBA MK2546GSX is ideal for use in laptops and notebooks as it is compact, energy efficient and reliable.
- External Storage Solutions: The hard drive can be used in external USB enclosures to provide additional storage space or backup solutions.
- Spare Hard Drive: It can be used as a replacement for a defective hard drive in older computers or laptops to extend the life of the device.
- Storage Expansion: The hard drive is suitable for expanding storage space in devices that require additional storage, especially those that do not support SSDs.
- Data Backup: Ideal for backing up important data and files as it provides sufficient capacity for personal and business data.
5. Special Features
- Compatibility: The SATA II interface ensures that the hard drive is compatible with a wide range of computers and laptops.
- Low Noise: The hard drive operates quietly, making it suitable for environments where noise might be a problem.
- Good Energy Efficiency: Low power consumption supports energy efficiency and helps extend battery life in mobile devices.
- Reliability: The hard drive offers a high MTBF, indicating reliable performance and durability.
In summary, the TOSHIBA MK2546GSX is a solid 2.5-inch hard drive with a capacity of 250GB that is suitable for a wide range of applications in laptops and external storage solutions. Its combination of sufficient capacity, good performance and energy efficiency makes it a practical choice for users who need a reliable and powerful hard drive.
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TOSHIBA MK2546GSX and the compatible operating systems
Windows Server 2025, 2022, 2019, 2016, ... or 2008 and higher
Windows 12, 11, 10 or Windows 7 and higher
Linux (various distributions)
macOS (from version 10.6)
Please note that the exact functions and areas of application may vary depending on the firmware version and configuration of TOSHIBA MK2546GSX.
The TOSHIBA MK2546GSX is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the TOSHIBA MK2546GSX regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.