The MQ04ABF100 uses a standard 2.5″ × 7mm form factor, making it compatible with virtually any laptop produced in the last decade, slim all-in-one desktop PCs, and standard 2.5″ USB enclosures. The MQ04AB series is suitable for ultra-portable laptop and notebook PCs, as well as slim-line all-in-one desktop PCs and high-end multimedia devices where low power and mobile-class robustness help achieve platform design requirements.

Performance & Caching

The MQ04ABF100 delivers up to 149 MB/s data transfer rates via its SATA 6Gb/s interface, backed by a 128MB cache for improved real-world responsiveness. Native Command Queuing (NCQ) and Advanced Format (512e) sector technology further optimise read/write efficiency across mixed workloads typical of everyday laptop use.

SMR Recording — Know Before You Buy

The MQ04ABF100 uses Drive-Managed SMR (Shingled Magnetic Recording) technology. SMR delivers excellent cost-per-gigabyte and good sequential read performance, but is best suited for light mixed workloads typical of laptop primary storage and media archiving. It is not recommended for write-intensive applications, RAID arrays, or NAS use where CMR drives are preferred.

Built-In Shock Protection

The MQ04AB series leverages shock sensors to protect the drive from excessive shock events — a meaningful feature in the mobile environment where drops and bumps are an occupational hazard. Combined with quiet operation and low power draw, the MQ04ABF100 is well-suited to battery-powered and acoustically sensitive applications.

Key Highlights

• Slim 7mm form factor — fits virtually any standard laptop bay
• 1TB with 128MB cache for responsive everyday performance
• Up to 149 MB/s transfer rate via SATA III 6Gb/s
• Built-in shock sensors for mobile-environment protection
• NCQ support for optimised mixed-workload performance
• Advanced Format 512e for broad OS compatibility
• Quiet, low-power operation — ideal for laptops and slim desktops
• Drive-Managed SMR — not suitable for RAID or write-intensive NAS use

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