TOSHIBA MQ01ABF050
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TOSHIBA MQ01ABF0505003241225674145.460.990.033.91
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF050500109814173131.791.180.373.46
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF0505002481091091.001.137.793.45
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF0505002271041010.600.7813.855.34
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF050500222961010.730.8612.544.74
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF050500221101930.941.209.073.21
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF05050021698940.741.1112.213.63
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF05050021198910.680.8013.085.03
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF05050020494850.881.1211.733.85
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF05050020394870.610.7413.115.33
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF05050020292880.361.0415.383.94
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF05050020295810.841.079.483.72
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF05050020295810.841.079.483.72
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF05050020089890.741.1111.844.29
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF05050019885900.830.9011.503.89
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF05050019283880.710.9912.714.68
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF05050019198700.691.0118.457.57
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF05050019086810.720.9510.594.19
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF05050019088820.781.1312.204.38
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF05050018986810.611.0013.664.19
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF05050018699710.720.2310.7117.99
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF05050018382830.581.3216.043.44
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF05050017981740.820.999.974.18
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF05050017785800.480.6914.318.10
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF05050017772830.681.0912.423.82
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF05050017692600.711.0119.548.46
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF05050017581750.590.8015.904.85
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF05050017276800.690.9311.653.82
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF05050017174730.831.0413.543.97
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF05050016972770.760.7613.385.10
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF05050016073700.240.8816.654.72
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF05050015767780.630.6324.567.60
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF05050015462690.930.9613.824.66
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF05050014875610.500.5744.7512.41
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF05050014557720.640.6615.026.29
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF05050014149720.711.1713.214.41
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF050500136109100.630.568.439.70
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF05050013657580.560.8716.685.04
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF05050013458590.580.9116.524.79
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF0505006015360.630.7618.529.89
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF050500231070.600.4987.9248.77
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF050500231070.600.4987.9248.77
TOSHIBA MQ01ABF0505000000.000.00
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The measurement of the TOSHIBA MQ01ABF050 was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the TOSHIBA MQ01ABF050 under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the TOSHIBA MQ01ABF050 should be used.
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The Toshiba MQ01ABF050 is a 2.5-inch hard disk drive (HDD) with a capacity of 500 GB. It is part of Toshiba's MQ01ABF series, which was specifically designed for use in mobile devices such as laptops, ultrabooks and external hard drive enclosures. This hard drive is characterized by its compact design and low power consumption, making it an excellent choice for mobile applications where energy efficiency and storage capacity are paramount.

Technical details

- Model number: MQ01ABF050
- Capacity: 500 GB
- Form factor: 2.5 inches
- Height: 7 mm (Ultraslim)
- Interface: SATA III (6 Gb/s, backwards compatible with SATA II and SATA I)
- Rotation speed: 5,400 rpm
- Cache: 8 MB
- Average access time: 12 ms (read), 14 ms (write)
- Data transfer rate (external): Up to 6 Gb/s (SATA III)
- Data transfer rate (internal): Up to 600 MB/s
- Maximum workload: 55 TB/year
- Shock resistance: 3 G (operation), 400 G (non-operation)
- Power consumption (operation): 1.5 watts
- Power consumption (idle): 0.55 watts
- Operating temperature: 5°C to 55°C
- Humidity: 8 - 90% (operation), 8 - 90% (storage)
- Dimensions: 100 x 69.85 x 7 mm
- Weight: 92 grams
- Noise level: 19 dB (idle), 21 dB (operation)

Main features


1. Compact design

With a height of just 7 mm, the Toshiba MQ01ABF050 is a particularly slim hard drive that is ideal for use in thin and light devices such as ultrabooks or notebooks. This ultra-slim design also makes it suitable for use in compact external hard drive enclosures.

2. High storage capacity

With a capacity of 500 GB, the MQ01ABF050 provides ample storage for operating systems, programs, documents, music, photos and videos. It is suitable for users who need a balanced combination of capacity and cost for general storage applications.

3. Energy efficiency

Thanks to a speed of 5,400 rpm and optimized technology, the Toshiba MQ01ABF050 is very energy efficient. The low power consumption (1.5 watts in operation and 0.55 watts in idle) makes it particularly suitable for mobile devices, as it saves the battery life of laptops and notebooks.

4. SATA III interface

The SATA III interface with a bandwidth of up to 6 Gb/s offers a high data transfer rate that has a particularly positive effect on the overall performance of the system. However, it is also backwards compatible with SATA II (3 Gb/s) and SATA I (1.5 Gb/s), making it suitable for older systems.

5. Quiet operation

The hard drive operates very quietly, with a noise level of only 19 dB when idle and 21 dB when under load. This makes it a good choice for quiet work environments or for use in living room PCs or media center devices where low noise is desirable.

6. Shock resistance

The hard drive is robust against physical influences such as impacts and vibrations. With a shock resistance of up to 400 G when switched off, it is well protected, which makes it particularly robust for mobile use.

7. Reliability and durability

The Toshiba MQ01ABF050 is designed for continuous use and offers a maximum workload of up to 55 TB per year. This is a typical value for hard drives used in consumer devices and shows that it is suitable for regular operation in laptops and desktop systems.

Areas of application


1. Use in laptops and ultrabooks

The Toshiba MQ01ABF050 is ideal for use in notebooks and ultrabooks due to its compact design and low power consumption. It fits easily into slim cases and offers a reliable and cost-effective storage solution for mobile devices.

2. External hard drives

The low profile and lightweight design also make the hard drive perfect for use in external hard drive enclosures. It can be used in portable USB 3.0 hard drive enclosures to provide mobile storage for backups, file sharing and media archiving.

3. Desktop-PCs

Although designed specifically for mobile applications, the Toshiba MQ01ABF050 can be used in desktop PCs, especially in systems with smaller chassis or for users looking for a cost-effective storage solution.

4. Home Media Centers and Set-Top Boxes

Due to its quiet operation and good shock resistance, the hard drive is also suitable for use in home media center PCs or set-top boxes. Its low noise and low power consumption are ideal for devices that are operated in the living room or in a quiet environment.

5. Replacement for older HDDs

For users looking to replace their older hard drive without switching to SSDs, the Toshiba MQ01ABF050 offers a good mix of capacity, performance and price. It is an excellent choice for expanding or upgrading storage in older laptops or desktop PCs.

Comparison with other models


- Toshiba MQ01ABD100 (1TB): The MQ01ABD100 is a similar hard drive with a higher storage capacity of 1TB, but with a slightly higher height (9.5mm) and slightly higher power consumption. It is better suited for users who need more storage space, while the MQ01ABF050 is optimized for mobile applications with its compact size and lower power consumption.

- Seagate BarraCuda 2.5-inch 500GB: Compared to Toshiba's MQ01ABF050, the Seagate BarraCuda offers similar performance, but is available in some versions with 7200 RPM, which allows for slightly faster access and file transfer performance, but at the expense of higher power consumption and potentially higher noise.

- SSD (Solid State Drives): Compared to modern SSDs, the Toshiba MQ01ABF050 is significantly inferior in terms of speed. SSDs offer faster read and write speeds, resulting in better overall performance. However, HDDs like the MQ01ABF050 still offer great value for users who need a lot of storage at a low price.

Advantages and disadvantages


Advantages:

- Compact design (7 mm), ideal for ultrabooks and thin laptops.
- Cost-effective storage solution with 500 GB capacity.
- Energy efficient, ideal for mobile applications.
- Low noise, especially when idling.
- High shock resistance for mobile use.

Disadvantages:

- Slower performance compared to SSDs, especially during random read and write operations.
- Only 5,400 RPM, which means lower performance in file transfers compared to 7,200 RPM hard drives.
- Limited capacity of 500GB compared to larger HDDs or SSDs.

Conclusion


The Toshiba MQ01ABF050 is a reliable, cost-effective and energy-efficient hard drive that is particularly well suited for mobile devices such as laptops, ultrabooks and external hard drive enclosures. It offers solid performance for everyday applications and storage-intensive tasks such as data backup and media archiving. Despite its lower performance compared to SSDs, it remains an excellent choice for users looking for an affordable storage solution with sufficient capacity. However, for applications that require high data speeds, the
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TOSHIBA MQ01ABF050 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 MQ01ABF050.

The TOSHIBA MQ01ABF050 is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the TOSHIBA MQ01ABF050 regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.




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