Toshiba introduces 7mm Solid-State Hybrid Drive

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Toshiba introduces 7mm Solid-State Hybrid Drive 
Toshiba has announced the launch of 7mm MQ01ABF solid-state hybrid drive (SSHD) series. Equipped with Toshiba’s NAND flash and available in 500GB1 and 320GB capacities, the MQ01ABFH series is the first Toshiba SSHD drive family in 7 mm.

The SSHD delivers SSD-like performance without dependence on external drivers or assistance from the host system. The PC Mark Vantage Score, the established industry method for measuring SSHD read/write performance and responsiveness, for the MQ01ABFH series is approximately 20,000, surpassing the 16,000 industry standard result.

The MQ01ABFH series fulfils users’ desire for thin and light notebook PCs with fast response times that can keep up with their demanding gaming and multimedia applications. This addition to our SSHD lineup demonstrates Toshiba’s continued focus on delivering a wide range of storage devices that enhances the computing experience for our customers, said Kashiwabara, Senior Manager of Marketing Sec. Toshiba Digital Media Network Taiwan Corporation.

The MQ01ABFH series underwent multiple performance and compatibility tests with a variety of host PCs, including the PC Mark Vantage test. Testing for compatibility on a variety of PC systems including high-end notebook PCs, thin and light, and ultrathin, the drive proved compatible with nearly 200 PC systems.

The 7mm SSD model uses self-learning algorithms to optimize performance based on users’ data access patterns which can enhance their computing experience. In addition, Toshiba’s MQ01ABFH series boasts power consumption and operational shock levels than its competitors........See More