Toshiba
Toshiba MHZ2080BH 80GB 5400 RPM 8MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s 2.5" laptop hard drive
An 80GB 2.5" SATA laptop drive with 5400 RPM, 8MB cache and 12ms seek time for notebook upgrades
- PackagingRetail
- InterfaceSATA 3.0Gb/s
- Capacity80GB
- Cache8MB
- Average Seek Time12ms
- Average Write Time14ms
- 80 GB capacity stores more files on a 2.5 inch drive
- 5400 RPM spindle speed delivers steady throughput for everyday workloads
- 8 MB cache buffers bursts to reduce access latency
- SATA 3.0 Gb/s interface connects directly to laptop controllers
- Perpendicular magnetic recording technology enables high density with low power draw
Purpose & Audience
This 80GB 2.5-inch laptop hard drive uses a SATA 3.0Gb/s interface and spins at 5400 RPM with 8MB cache. It suits owners of older notebooks or consumer-electronics devices that need a direct replacement drive with modest capacity.
Build & Connectivity
The drive employs perpendicular magnetic recording technology for reliable data storage. Its standard SATA connector and 2.5-inch form factor allow straightforward installation in compatible drive bays, while low power consumption and minimal acoustics support quiet mobile operation.
Compatibility Check
Verify that your system accepts a 2.5-inch SATA drive with a 3.0Gb/s interface and 80GB capacity. Confirm the physical mounting points and connector orientation match the original drive, and ensure the BIOS or controller supports this capacity before ordering.
Highlights
- 80 GB capacity stores more files on a 2.5 inch drive
- 5400 RPM spindle speed delivers steady throughput for everyday workloads
- 8 MB cache buffers bursts to reduce access latency
- SATA 3.0 Gb/s interface connects directly to laptop controllers
- Perpendicular magnetic recording technology enables high density with low power draw
Specifications
| Brand | TOSHIBA |
|---|---|
| Model | MHZ2080BH |
| Packaging | Retail |
| Interface | SATA 3.0Gb/s |
| Capacity | 80GB |
| Cache | 8MB |
| Average Seek Time | 12ms |
| Average Write Time | 14ms |
| Average Latency | 5.56ms |
| RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Features | Ultra-high capacity mobile hard disk drives (HDDs) feature perpendicular magnetic recording (PMR) technology Industry leading read/write, idle and standby power consumption Exceptionally high quality, reliability and performance with minimal heat and acoustics Ideal for notebooks and consumer electronics applications requiring high speed and high capacity |
| Form Factor | 2.5" |
Questions about this item
What real-world throughput does the SATA 3.0Gb/s interface cap at?
The SATA 3.0Gb/s interface limits maximum transfer to 3.0 Gb/s.
What physical space does the 2.5" form factor require?
The drive fits a standard 2.5" drive bay or caddy and uses the standard SATA data and power connectors.
How is the drive installed and what step is often missed?
Mount the drive in the bay, connect both SATA data and power cables, then initialise and format the 80GB volume in the operating system.
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