TOSHIBA MQ01ABD100H
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| TOSHIBA MQ01ABD100H | 1000 | 361 | 184 | 82 | 29.33 | 21.07 | 0.26 | 0.20 |
| TOSHIBA MQ01ABD100H | 1000 | 261 | 104 | 78 | 28.88 | 21.76 | 0.54 | 0.28 |
The measurement of the TOSHIBA MQ01ABD100H was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the TOSHIBA MQ01ABD100H under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the TOSHIBA MQ01ABD100H should be used.
TOSHIBA MQ01ABD100H
The Toshiba MQ01ABD100H is a 2.5-inch hard drive designed for use in a variety of consumer and business applications. It is part of Toshiba's 5400 rpm drives and is suitable for a wide range of applications where a balance between capacity, performance and energy efficiency is required.
Technical details
1. Model name: Toshiba MQ01ABD100H
2. Capacity: 1 TB (terabytes)
3. Form factor: 2.5 inches
4. Interface: SATA III (6 Gb/s)
5. Rotation speed: 5400 rpm (revolutions per minute)
6. Buffer size: 8 MB
7. Average access time: About 15 ms
8. Power consumption:
- Idle: Approximately 0.5 W
- Full operation: Approximately 1.9 W
9. Operating conditions:
- Operating temperature: 5 °C to 55 °C
- Storage temperature: -40 °C to 65 °C
10. Dimensions: 69.85 x 100.35 x 9.5 mm (W x L x H)
11. Weight: Approximately 115 g
Features
1. SATA III interface:
- SATA III (6 Gb/s) offers high data transfer rates and is compatible with most modern desktop and laptop systems.
2. 5400 U/min:
- The hard drive rotates at 5400 rpm, which makes it ideal for quiet operation and less heat generation, but with slightly lower performance compared to 7200 rpm hard drives.
3. 8 MB Cache:
- The 8 MB cache temporarily stores frequently used data to improve access times and increase overall hard drive performance.
4. Advanced Format (AF):
- The hard drive uses the Advanced Format, which uses larger sectors (4096 bytes per sector) to improve storage efficiency and error correction.
5. NoTouch Ramp Load-Technologie:
- This technology protects the read/write head by positioning it in a safe area when the hard drive is not active, preventing mechanical damage from contact.
6. SMART support:
- SMART (Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology) monitors the health of the hard drive and provides reports on possible errors to provide early warning of potential problems.
7. Power saving modes:
- The hard drive supports various power saving modes to reduce energy consumption when not in active use.
Scope
1. Desktop-Computer:
- The Toshiba MQ01ABD100H is ideal for use as the main storage device in desktop computers, offering a solid 1TB capacity and adequate performance for everyday tasks.
2. Laptops:
- With its 2.5-inch form factor, the hard drive is well suited for laptops where a balance between energy efficiency and sufficient storage capacity is required.
3. Backup storage:
- The high storage capacity of 1 TB makes the hard drive a good choice for backing up large amounts of data, including documents, photos and videos.
4. Home-Server:
- The hard drive can also be used in home servers or NAS systems where a large storage capacity is required to store data for multiple users on the network.
5. General storage needs:
- Ideal for general storage needs such as document storage, multimedia files and other everyday applications that require high capacity and reliability.
Performance and reliability
- Perfomance:
- The hard drive offers good performance for everyday applications, although it lags behind higher RPM hard drives in terms of speed. It offers balanced performance that is sufficient for most everyday tasks.
- Reliability:
- The Toshiba MQ01ABD100H is designed for continuous operation and offers solid reliability. SMART technology helps monitor the hard drive and enables early detection of potential problems.
- Heat and noise generation:
- Due to the 5400 RPM speed, the hard drive is relatively quiet in operation and generates less heat than faster hard drives, which contributes to a quieter and cooler operation of the system.
Summary
The Toshiba MQ01ABD100H is a 1 TB 2.5-inch hard drive designed for use in desktop computers, laptops, backup solutions and home servers. With a SATA III interface and a rotation speed of 5400 rpm, it offers solid performance for everyday applications while maintaining energy efficiency. The 8 MB cache and Advanced Format technology improve performance and storage efficiency, while features such as NoTouch Ramp Load and SMART contribute to reliability and longevity. It is a good choice for users who need a reliable and cost-effective storage solution.
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TOSHIBA MQ01ABD100H 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 MQ01ABD100H.
The TOSHIBA MQ01ABD100H is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the TOSHIBA MQ01ABD100H regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.