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Maxtor

Maxtor DiamondMax Plus 9 6Y080M0 80GB 7200 RPM 8MB Cache SATA 1.5Gb/s 3.5" internal hard drive

SKU CH-G4E4-KCS6M MPN 6Y080M0

An 80GB 3.5" desktop drive with 7200 RPM, 8MB cache and SATA 1.5Gb/s interface

  • Total capacity80 GB
  • Interface typeSATA 1.5Gb/s
  • Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Packaging typeBare Drive
  • Rotational speed7,200 RPM
  • Cache memory8 MB
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers responsive desktop performance
  • 8 MB cache buffers bursts for smoother multitasking
  • SATA 1.5 Gb/s interface connects to standard motherboard ports
  • 100 % fluid dynamic bearing motor reduces acoustic noise
  • Maxtor Shock Protection System guards data against physical impact

Maxtor DiamondMax Plus 9 80GB SATA Drive

The Maxtor DiamondMax Plus 9 6Y080M0 is an 80GB desktop internal hard drive built for 3.5-inch bays. It connects via a SATA 1.5Gb/s interface and spins at 7200 RPM with an 8MB cache. Fluid dynamic bearing motors and Maxtor Shock Protection System are included to reduce noise and improve physical durability.

Suits legacy SATA builds.

This drive suits owners of older motherboards or industrial systems that require a native SATA 1.5Gb/s device. Builders who need more storage space, faster transfer rates, or modern power-management features should look at larger, newer drives. The bare-drive packaging means no mounting screws or cables are included in the box.

80GB capacity decides fit

The single specification that determines whether this is the right part is the 80GB capacity. It limits the drive to boot-drive duties, small application installs, or lightweight archival tasks on compatible hardware. If the target system requires more room for operating-system updates or media libraries, this capacity will be insufficient.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in 3.5-Inch Internal Desktop HDDs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $42.99
Cheaper than about 84% of the 4,938 comparable items (median $107.99).
Total capacity 80 GB
Lower than about 97% of the 2,372 comparable items (median 2 TB).
Price per TB $537.38 per TB
Pricier than about 90% of the 2,365 comparable items (median $62.21 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMaxtor
Product lineDiamondMax Plus 9
Model name6Y080M0
Total capacity80 GB
Performance
Rotational speed7,200 RPM
Average seek time9.3 ms
Mean latency4.2 ms
Storage
Cache memory8 MB
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA 1.5Gb/s
Size & build
Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
Shipping weight0.72 kg
Package size203 × 152 × 51 mm

Questions about this item

Does the Maxtor DiamondMax Plus 9 6Y080M0 come with cables or mounting screws, or must they be purchased separately?

The drive is supplied as a bare drive only, so SATA data and power cables plus mounting screws need to be sourced separately.

How do I decide between the 80 GB capacity and other sizes in the DiamondMax Plus 9 series?

Choose the 80 GB model when you need a modest, low-cost volume for an operating system or light data storage; larger capacities in the same series simply add more space.

What does the 7200 RPM spindle speed mean for everyday performance in a desktop PC?

The 7200 RPM rotation yields an average seek time of 9.3 ms and average latency of 4.2 ms, giving responsive access for typical desktop workloads.

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