
Toshiba Europe Storage Device Division, the world leader in high performance, 1.8-inch hard disk drive (HDD) technology, has launched a 250Gigabyte (GB) 5,400rpm small form factor drive to meet growing demand for high capacity mobile computing.
The dual platter MK2529GSG 250 Gigabyte is the largest capacity 1.8-inch HDD available in the current market, with an areal density of 378.8Gbit/inch2 and has been launched alongside two other smaller capacity drives.
These HDDs have been designed to aid manufacturers fulfil rising demand for high capacity storage in desirable lightweight and ultra-portable laptops, making it possible for developers to balance the considerations of aesthetics and storage in successfully targeting high-end consumers.
Also included in the range are the dual platter 160GB MK1629GSG and the single platter MK1229GSG, which meet lower storage requirements. All HDDs in the new range operate at 5,400 rpm, providing an average seek time of 15 milliseconds.
Furthermore, in a world where manufacturers are under increasing pressure to make notebooks lighter, this range of Toshiba HDDs offers exceptional performance at a maximum weight of only 62 grammes for the 250 and 160GB models, and 60 grammes for the 120GB drive.