Toshiba has launched two fresh lines of enterprise-class HDDs today, with a 15K RPM spindle speed, all tucked into a 2.5in package.
Model number |
MK3001GRRB/R |
MK1401GRRB/R |
Maximum capacity (formatted) |
300GB |
147GB |
Rotational speed |
15,000 RPM |
|
Average seek time (ms) |
2.7 read / 3.0 write |
|
Interface |
6Gb/s SAS |
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Self-Encrypting Drive |
Yes (MKxx01GRRR) |
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External dimensions (WxDxH mm) |
69.85x100.45x15.0 |
|
Weight (g) |
225g (max) |
|
Power (idle ready) |
4.5 watts |
4.3 watts |
Temperature Operating Non-operating |
5 - 55°C -40 - +70°C |
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Altitude Operating Non-operating |
-305 to 3,048m -305 to 12,192m |
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Vibration Operating Non-operating |
(0.6mm)5-20 Hz/(1.0G) 20-300 Hz (3.1mm)5-20 Hz/(5.0G)20-300 Hz |
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Shock resistance: Operating Non-operating |
100G (1ms) 400G (1ms) |
A specifications table for both 147GB and 300GB offerings can be seen above, and both utilise 6Gbps SAS connectivity, plus are said to be the ideal fit for data intensive applications - such as high-end servers and storage arrays.
The MKxx01GRRR SKUs additionally include Toshiba's self-encrypting drive (SED) technology, and the new lines are all set to become available in Q1 2012.