Toshiba
Toshiba MK8034GSX 80GB 5400 RPM 8MB Cache SATA 1.5Gb/s 2.5" laptop hard drive
An 80 GB 2.5-inch laptop hard drive with 5400 RPM, 8 MB cache and SATA 1.5 Gb/s interface for storage upgrades
- PackagingBare Drive
- InterfaceSATA 1.5Gb/s
- Capacity80GB
- Cache8MB
- Average Seek Time12ms
- Average Latency5.55ms
- 80GB capacity stores documents and media
- 5400 RPM spindle improves data access speed
- 8MB cache accelerates frequent read operations
- SATA 1.5Gb/s interface connects to compatible notebooks
- 5mm height fits standard 2.5-inch drive bays
Ideal legacy laptop replacement
The Toshiba MK8034GSX is an 80GB 2.5 inch laptop hard drive built for older SATA 1.5Gb/s notebooks. It spins at 5400 RPM with an 8MB cache and a 12ms average seek time. The bare-drive unit fits standard 9.5mm bays and carries a 300,000-hour MTTF rating.
Not for high-capacity or modern-interface needs
This drive suits repair jobs on vintage laptops or low-demand external enclosures where 80GB is sufficient. It is not for users who need more storage, faster spindle speeds, or a newer SATA interface revision. The 1.5Gb/s link limits throughput on current platforms.
SATA 1.5Gb/s interface decides fit
The single specification that determines compatibility is the SATA 1.5Gb/s interface. The host system must support this first-generation SATA link; drives requiring 3Gb/s or 6Gb/s signalling will not operate correctly on this unit.
Highlights
- 80GB capacity stores documents and media
- 5400 RPM spindle improves data access speed
- 8MB cache accelerates frequent read operations
- SATA 1.5Gb/s interface connects to compatible notebooks
- 5mm height fits standard 2.5-inch drive bays
Specifications
| Brand | TOSHIBA |
|---|---|
| Model | MK8034GSX |
| Packaging | Bare Drive |
| Interface | SATA 1.5Gb/s |
| Capacity | 80GB |
| Cache | 8MB |
| Average Seek Time | 12ms |
| Average Latency | 5.55ms |
| RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Features | 300,000 MTTF Hours |
| Form Factor | 2.5" |
| Height (maximum) | 9.5mm |
| Width (maximum) | 3in |
| Length (maximum) | 4in |
| Shipping weight | 0.09 kg |
| Package size | 102 × 60 × 25 mm |
Questions about this item
Will this 2.5" SATA drive fit in my laptop's 9.5mm bay?
The drive height is 9.5mm, matching the standard 2.5-inch laptop bay size.
Can I connect this SATA 1.5Gb/s drive to a motherboard with SATA 3Gb/s ports?
Yes, the SATA 1.5Gb/s interface works with faster SATA ports at the drive's native 1.5 Gb/s rate.
How do I verify the 5400 RPM drive is performing correctly after installation?
Check that the BIOS detects the 80GB capacity and run a diagnostic to confirm the 12ms average seek time.
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