TOSHIBA MK2561GSYN
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| TOSHIBA MK2561GSYN | 250 | 137 | 73 | 43 | 0.82 | 0.97 | 10.69 | 4.16 |
The measurement of the TOSHIBA MK2561GSYN was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the TOSHIBA MK2561GSYN under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the TOSHIBA MK2561GSYN should be used.
The Toshiba MK2561GSYN is a 2.5-inch hard drive originally designed for use in laptops and portable devices. This model belongs to Toshiba's MK Series and offers a capacity of 250 GB. Here is the detailed information about this hard drive type including technical details, features and application area.
General Description
The Toshiba MK2561GSYN is a hard drive in 2.5 inch form factor designed primarily for laptops and portable computers. It utilizes the SATA interface and offers a capacity of 250 GB. This hard drive is a cost-effective solution for users who need additional storage space or are looking to upgrade from older, smaller hard drives.
Technical Details
1. Interface:
- SATA (Serial ATA): The MK2561GSYN uses the SATA-I (SATA 3 Gb/s) interface, which enables a maximum transfer rate of 3 Gb/s (375 MB/s).
2. Capacity:
- 250 GB: The hard drive offers a storage capacity of 250 GB, which is sufficient for most everyday tasks, including operating system, applications, and personal files.
3. Rotation Speed:
- 5400 RPM: The hard drive operates at a rotation speed of 5400 RPM. This offers a compromise between performance and power efficiency and is ideal for laptops where a balance between speed and battery life is required.
4. Cache:
- 8 MB Cache: The MK2561GSYN features an 8 MB cache which helps improve performance by caching frequently accessed data.
5. Form Factor:
- 2.5 inch: The hard drive has the 2.5 inch form factor which is designed for laptops and portable devices and takes up less space than 3.5 inch hard drives commonly used in desktop PCs.
6. Power Consumption:
- Power Consumption: Power consumption is typically around 2-3 watts when running and around 0.5-1 watt when idle. These values ​​help extend battery life in laptops.
7. Design:
- Height: The height of the 2.5-inch hard drive is about 9.5mm, which is suitable for most modern laptops.
- Length and width: The width is 69.85mm and the length is 100mm.
8. Error correction and reliability:
- G-sensor: The hard drive is equipped with a G-sensor that can protect data in the event of a sudden drop or shock.
- SMART (Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology): The hard drive supports SMART to monitor the health of the hard drive and detect potential errors early.
Features
1. Compact design:
- Ideal for portable devices: The 2.5-inch form factor is ideal for laptops and portable devices where space is limited.
2. Energy efficiency:
- Low energy consumption: The hard drive is energy efficient, which contributes to longer battery life in laptops.
3. Low Noise:
- Quiet Operation: The hard drive operates relatively quietly, which minimizes noise levels in portable devices.
4. Reliability:
- G-Sensor: The G-Sensor protects against data loss due to physical shock or vibration.
- SMART Monitoring: SMART technology helps monitor the health of the hard drive and provide early warning of potential problems.
5. Heat Dissipation:
- Effective Heat Dissipation: The hard drive is designed to dissipate heat effectively to prevent overheating.
Application Area
1. Laptops:
- Primary Drive: The MK2561GSYN is ideal as a primary drive in laptops, where it is used as a system drive for the operating system and applications.
2. External Enclosure:
- External Storage Solution: The hard drive can be used in an external enclosure to provide additional storage space for portable data.
3. Upgrade from older systems:
- Expansion of storage space: The hard drive can be used to expand the storage space of older laptops or portable devices.
4. Backup and data storage:
- Data archiving: It can also be used for backup purposes or to store large amounts of data.
5. Multimedia devices:
- Storage for media content: The hard drive can be used to store media content such as music, videos and photos.
Summary
The Toshiba MK2561GSYN is a 250GB 2.5-inch hard drive designed for laptops and portable devices. With a rotation speed of 5400 RPM and an 8 MB cache, it offers solid performance for everyday applications. The SATA-I interface enables a reliable connection, and the energy efficiency helps extend the battery life of laptops. With features like a G-sensor to protect against shock and SMART technology to monitor hard drive health, the MK2561GSYN is a reliable choice for users looking for a cost-effective and functional hard drive for their portable devices.
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TOSHIBA MK2561GSYN 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 MK2561GSYN.
The TOSHIBA MK2561GSYN is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the TOSHIBA MK2561GSYN regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.