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Toshiba

Toshiba MD04ACA400 4TB 7200 RPM 128MB Cache SATA 3.5" internal hard drive

SKU CH-CE3R-XRFQW MPN MD04ACA400

A 4 TB desktop hard drive with 7200 RPM, 128 MB cache and SATA 6.0 Gbit/s for large media libraries and everyday workloads

  • Total capacity4 TB
  • Interface typeSATA 6.0Gb/s
  • Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Packaging typeBare Drive
  • Flash memory typeHard Drive
  • Rotational speed7,200 RPM
  • 4TB capacity stores large game libraries and media files
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed reduces load times for games and applications
  • 128MB cache accelerates access to frequently used data
  • SATA 6.0Gb/s interface provides high-throughput desktop connectivity
  • 17ms average latency supports responsive everyday performance

Capacity and purpose

The Toshiba MD04ACA400 is a 4TB 3.5-inch desktop hard drive built for daily computing. It suits users who need a large warehouse for game libraries, movies, photos and music. The SATA 6.0Gb/s interface, 7200 RPM spindle speed and 128MB cache combine to keep everyday tasks responsive.

Sustained workload behaviour

At 7200 RPM with a 128MB buffer the drive maintains steady throughput during long file transfers or extended gaming sessions. Average latency of 4.17ms helps keep access times consistent when the drive is under continuous load. Native Command Queuing support lets the controller reorder requests for smoother multitasking.

Installation checklist

Verify your chassis has a 3.5-inch bay with at least 147mm length, 101.6mm width and 26.1mm height clearance. Confirm the motherboard or controller provides a free SATA 6.0Gb/s port and that your power supply includes a spare SATA power connector. The drive ships as a bare unit without cables or mounting screws.

How it compares

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

Price $134.99
Pricier than about 56% of the 4,938 comparable items (median $107.99).
Total capacity 4 TB
Higher than about 70% of the 2,372 comparable items (median 2 TB).
Price per TB $33.75 per TB
Cheaper than about 78% of the 2,365 comparable items (median $62.21 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameTOSHIBA
Model nameMD04ACA400
Total capacity4 TB
Recommended useFor Daily Computing
Performance
Rotational speed7,200 RPM
Mean latency4.17 ms
Storage
Flash memory typeHard Drive
Cache memory128 MB
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA 6.0Gb/s
Size & build
Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
Max height26.1 mm
Maximum width101.6 mm
Maximum length147 mm
Shipping weight0.68 kg
Package size157 × 135 × 30 mm

Questions about this item

How much noise and heat does the 7200 RPM drive produce during all-day operation?

The drive spins at 7200 RPM with a 4.17 ms average latency; typical desktop workloads keep it within normal acoustic and thermal ranges for a 3.5-inch SATA drive.

What cables and power connectors must I already have to install this SATA 6.0 Gbit/s drive?

A SATA data cable and a SATA power connector from the power supply are required; the drive uses the standard 3.5-inch form factor with a 26.10 mm height.

Will the 4 TB drive work alongside my older SATA 3 Gbit/s motherboard port?

Yes, the SATA 6.0 Gbit/s interface is backward compatible with earlier SATA revisions, so the drive will operate at the slower link speed on older ports.

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