Toshiba
Toshiba MK2006GAL 20GB 4200 RPM 2MB IDE Ultra ATA100 1.8" laptop hard drive
A 20 GB, 4200 RPM IDE Ultra ATA100 1.8-inch drive with 2 MB cache and 15 ms seek time, weighing 51 grams
- PackagingBare Drive
- InterfaceIDE Ultra ATA100 / ATA-6
- Capacity20GB
- Cache2MB
- Average Seek Time15ms
- Average Latency7.14ms
- 20 GB capacity stores documents and media
- 8 inch form factor fits slim notebooks
- 4200 RPM spindle delivers quiet operation
- 2 MB cache speeds up repeated reads
- 51 gram weight keeps the laptop light
20 GB IDE Ultra ATA100 1.8″ notebook drive
The Toshiba MK2006GAL is a new 20 GB internal hard drive with a 1.8″ form factor. It connects through an IDE Ultra ATA100 interface and spins at 4200 RPM with 2 MB cache. Weighing only 51 grams, it is designed for low power consumption in compatible notebooks.
Suits legacy 1.8″ IDE bays only
This drive fits older laptops and devices that accept a 1.8″ IDE Ultra ATA100 unit. Buyers whose systems require a larger physical size, a different interface or higher capacity should look elsewhere. The 15 ms average seek time and 7.14 ms latency reflect the 4200 RPM spindle speed.
1.8″ IDE Ultra ATA100 interface
The single specification that decides compatibility is the 1.8″ IDE Ultra ATA100 connection. Only motherboards or enclosures with that exact interface and form factor can use this drive.
Highlights
- 20 GB capacity stores documents and media
- 8 inch form factor fits slim notebooks
- 4200 RPM spindle delivers quiet operation
- 2 MB cache speeds up repeated reads
- 51 gram weight keeps the laptop light
Specifications
| Brand | TOSHIBA |
|---|---|
| Model | MK2006GAL |
| Packaging | Bare Drive |
| Interface | IDE Ultra ATA100 / ATA-6 |
| Capacity | 20GB |
| Cache | 2MB |
| Average Seek Time | 15ms |
| Average Latency | 7.14ms |
| RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Features | Lightweight, only 51 grams Low Power Consumption 300,000 MTTF Hours |
| Form Factor | 1.8" |
| Shipping weight | 0.11 kg |
| Package size | 57 × 1 × 83 mm |
Questions about this item
How does the 4200 RPM speed affect everyday use in a laptop?
The 4200 RPM spindle delivers an average seek time of 15ms and average latency of 7.14ms, which is typical for a 1.8" drive of this era and suits light office tasks.
What does the IDE Ultra ATA100 interface mean for maximum transfer rates?
The IDE Ultra ATA100 interface caps the burst transfer rate at 100 MB/s, though sustained throughput will be lower and limited by the 4200 RPM mechanism.
Will this 1.8-inch drive fit a standard 2.5-inch laptop bay?
No, the 1.8" form factor is physically smaller than a 2.5" bay and requires a dedicated 1.8" slot or an adapter bracket to mount securely.
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