TOSHIBA MK3259GSX with Firmware GK003A Information
| Common characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Toshiba |
| Model | TOSHIBA MK3259GSX |
| Capacity | 298 GB |
| Interface | SATA |
| SATA version | 2.6 |
| Form-factor | 2.5" |
| Firmware | GK003A |
| Alternative firmwares | 1 |
| Firmware upgrade | supported |
| ATA version | 8 (ACS) |
| Advanced Format | supported |
| Units tested | 3 |
| Times tested | 6 |
| Performance | |
| Maximum interface speed | 300 MB/s |
| Maximum buffered read speed | 250 MB/s |
| Maximum read speed | 81 MB/s |
| Minimum average access time | 17.20 msec |
| Cache buffer | 8 MB |
| Volatile write cache | supported |
| Read look-ahead | supported |
| Command Queuing Optimization (NCQ) | supported |
| Advanced Power Management (APM) | supported |
| Acoustic Management (AAM) | not supported |
| Rotation rate | 5400 rpm |
| Reliability | |
| Count of sensors | 24 |
| Free-fall Control | not supported |
| SCT Transport | supported |
| Duration of full self test | 108 minutes |
| Maximum temperature limit | 55°C (131°F) |
| Maximum recommended temperature | 55°C (131°F) |
| Highest temperature | 51°C (123°F) |
| Average highest temperature | 37°C (98°F) |
| Security | |
| Drive access restriction | supported |
| Enhanced security erase | supported |
| Complete destruction of information | 102 minutes |
| Instant information destruction | not supported |
| Hidden partition | supported |
| Partition access restriction | supported |
| Trusted Computing | not supported |