Toshiba announced the release of several hard disk drive options for mobile computers so that users can choose the right storage capacity and performance they need.
The new 1.8-inch SATA hard disk drives are meant to increase performance and increase battery life in notebook used for various mobile computing applications. These are available with 5400 rpm and 320 GB capacity, and 4200 rpm with 120 GB storage capacity.
Toshiba also announced that its MKxx33GSG series brings hard disk drives of 160 GB, 250 GB and 320 GB capacities using 42% less power while enabling 5400 rpm from a 2.5-inch form factor.
The MK1235GSL comes in 120 GB and is promoted as the most energy-efficient hard disk drive of its kind. It has a low profile of only 5 millimeters.
The company’s 1.8-inch HDDs support up to 1,500 Gs shock while not in operation and 500 Gs while in operation.
Specifications of the MKxx33GSG series include 16MB cache buffer, 830 Mb/s transfer rates and enough space for storing up to 90,000 digital pictures, 84,000 music files, or 260 videos on the 320 GB version.
“Toshiba 1.8-inch HDDs provide a compelling solution for any application that demands extreme mobility along with the ability to reliably and quietly store large amounts of user content,” said Maciek Brzeski, vice president of marketing at Toshiba Storage Device Division. “As the market demands smaller devices, manufacturers can take advantage of the 1.8-inch form factor’s small footprint, low power consumption, light weight, proven durability and volume manufacturability.”
Related posts:
No comments yet.
RSS feed for comments on this post. TrackBack URL
