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Toshiba MQ01ABD100V 1TB SATA 3Gb/s front view
Toshiba MQ01ABD100V 1TB SATA 3Gb/s front view
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Toshiba

Toshiba MQ01ABD100V – 1TB SATA 3Gb/s | 5400 RPM | 2.5" | Surveillance HDD

$115.00

Brand New, Factory Sealed | In Stock | Bulk Orders Available

The MQ01ABD100V is a 1TB SATA 3Gb/s hard drive featuring 5400 RPM spindle speed, 8MB cache, and 12ms average seek time in a 2.5" form factor. Built for 2010s laptop and surveillance systems, it is ideal for DVR recording, NVR storage, and multimedia applications. Compatible with SATA-enabled laptops, surveillance systems, and external enclosures. The single-platter design delivers 500GB per platter density with Silent-Seek technology for quiet continuous operation.

All products from Anand International ship brand new and factory sealed. Volume and B2B pricing available for qualified buyers.
Specifications
  • Manufacturer: Toshiba
  • Model: MQ01ABD100V
  • Capacity: 1TB (1000GB)
  • Interface: SATA 3Gb/s
  • Spindle Speed: 5400 RPM
  • Cache: 8MB
  • Form Factor: 2.5"
  • Seek Time: 12ms average
  • Latency: 5.55ms
  • MTBF: 600,000 hours
  • Drive Type: Surveillance/Laptop Hard Drive
  • Warranty: 90 days
  • Shipping: Free domestic US shipping
  • Condition: Brand New, Factory Sealed
Product Features
  • 1TB storage capacity on single platter design for demanding storage workloads
  • SATA 3Gb/s interface with ATA-8 compliance
  • 5400 RPM spindle speed for balanced performance
  • 8MB buffer cache for improved throughput
  • Silent-Seek technology for quiet operation
  • 9.5mm height fits standard laptop bays
  • Advanced Format 512e technology
  • Energy efficient 0.00055 power efficiency rating
  • Direct replacement for legacy systems requiring SATA connectivity
  • 90-day Anand International warranty on all legacy stock
  • Free domestic US shipping included
  • Volume and B2B pricing available for qualified buyers
Compatibility

Compatible with SATA-enabled laptops, surveillance DVR/NVR systems, external USB enclosures, gaming consoles, and multimedia devices requiring 2.5" storage. Not compatible with IDE/PATA systems or devices requiring 7mm ultra-thin drives.
Shipping & Returns
  • Free Shipping: We currently offer free Economy Shipping within the continental U.S. with no minimum order required. Expedited shipping is available at standard carrier rates.
  • Same-Day Shipping: Order placed before 2PM PST will ship the same day. Orders received after this time will ship the following business day.
  • Hassle-Free Returns: If you're not completely satisfied with your purchase, simply return it within 10 days for a hassle-free refund or exchange.

1TB SATA 3Gb/s 5400 RPM Surveillance Ready Factory Sealed

Why the MQ01ABD100V is the right surveillance drive

The MQ01ABD100V represents Toshiba's mid-2010s advancement in surveillance and laptop storage technology. Its single-platter 500GB density delivers excellent power efficiency while maintaining reliable 5400 RPM performance. The Silent-Seek technology ensures quiet operation ideal for surveillance environments. This drive bridges mainstream laptop storage with specialized surveillance applications requiring continuous operation capability.

Single Platter High Density Design

Advanced 500GB per platter technology delivers 1TB capacity with improved power efficiency and thermal characteristics compared to multi-platter designs.

Silent-Seek Technology

Proprietary quiet operation technology makes the drive virtually silent during seeks, ideal for surveillance environments and quiet workstations.

Surveillance Optimized Performance

Engineered for continuous operation in DVR and NVR systems with 600,000 hour MTBF rating and optimized streaming performance.

SATA 3Gb/s with ATA-8 Compliance

Standard SATA interface ensures broad compatibility with surveillance systems, laptops, and external enclosures while supporting up to 801MB/s media transfer rates.

New Old Stock with 90-Day Warranty

Available as brand new, factory sealed old stock units from Anand International with a 90-day warranty. Ideal for legacy system maintenance, vintage computing restoration, and hard-to-find replacement needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for SATA, including information on usage, configuration, and compatibility.

1. What is a SATA hard drive used for?

A SATA (Serial ATA) hard drive is used in desktops, laptops, servers, and NAS systems for data storage. It’s the most common hard drive type, offering a balance of speed, affordability, and wide compatibility.
2. What’s the difference between SATA I, II, and III?

The difference is speed. SATA I supports up to 1.5 Gb/s (150 MB/s), SATA II up to 3 Gb/s (300 MB/s), and SATA III up to 6 Gb/s (600 MB/s). Most modern drives use SATA III but remain backward compatible with older versions.
3. Are SATA hard drives compatible with older systems?

Yes. SATA drives are backward compatible, meaning a SATA III drive can work on a SATA II or I port, though performance will be limited to the slower speed of the system.
4. What’s the maximum capacity of a SATA hard drive?

SATA hard drives come in a wide range of capacities, from 500GB to over 20TB. This makes them suitable for everything from basic desktop use to large-scale data storage and backup.
5. Can I use a SATA hard drive in RAID or NAS systems?

Yes. SATA drives support RAID configurations and can be used in NAS systems. For higher reliability, enterprise-grade SATA models such as NAS, surveillance, or data-center drives are recommended.
6. What is the difference between a 2.5" and a 3.5" SATA hard drive?

2.5" SATA drives are smaller and commonly used in laptops or compact systems, while 3.5" SATA drives are larger and primarily used in desktops, servers, and NAS devices.
7. How do SATA hard drives compare to SSDs?

Both use the SATA interface, but HDDs store data on spinning disks while SSDs use flash memory. SSDs are much faster, but SATA HDDs remain more affordable for high-capacity storage.