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Silver 3.5 inch bare SATA hard drive with exposed circuit board

Maxtor

Maxtor DiamondMax 8S 6N040T0 40GB 7200 RPM 2MB Cache SATA 1.5Gb/s 3.5" internal hard drive

SKU CH-C7S8-A5D0P MPN 6N040T0

A 40 GB desktop hard drive with a 7200 RPM spindle, 2 MB cache and a SATA 1.5Gb/s interface

  • PackagingBare Drive
  • InterfaceSATA 1.5Gb/s
  • Capacity40GB
  • RPM7200 RPM
  • Cache2MB
  • Average Seek Time10.1ms
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers fast data access
  • 40GB capacity stores essential files and applications
  • SATA 1.5Gb/s interface provides straightforward system connectivity
  • Fluid dynamic bearing motor ensures quiet operation
  • Native Command Queuing support optimises drive efficiency

Legacy capacity and interface

The Maxtor DiamondMax 8S 6N040T0 is a 40GB 3.5 inch desktop hard drive with a SATA 1.5Gb/s connection. It spins at 7200 RPM and includes 2MB of cache. The drive is supplied as a bare unit in new condition.

Upgrade path and use case

This drive replaces older Parallel ATA models on motherboards that only offer first-generation SATA ports. The jump is worth it when a system needs a direct SATA boot device without adding a controller card. It is not for builders who need more storage space or modern throughput.

Capacity headroom and limits

The 40GB capacity handles a lightweight operating system and a small set of essential applications. Average seek time is 10.1ms and average latency is 4.17ms. The drive runs out of room quickly with media libraries, large game installs or modern software suites.

Highlights

  • 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers fast data access
  • 40GB capacity stores essential files and applications
  • SATA 1.5Gb/s interface provides straightforward system connectivity
  • Fluid dynamic bearing motor ensures quiet operation
  • Native Command Queuing support optimises drive efficiency

Specifications

BrandMaxtor
SeriesDiamondMax 8S
Model6N040T0
PackagingBare Drive
InterfaceSATA 1.5Gb/s
Capacity40GB
RPM7200 RPM
Cache2MB
Average Seek Time10.1ms
Average Latency4.17ms
FeaturesNative Command Queuing
Enables RAID for best mix of performance and reliability
Fluid dynamic bearing motor for quiet operation
Low height to improve airflow and cooling
Low weight to reduce Improved reliability with:
Shock Protection System
Data Protection System
RoHS compliant version available
Form Factor3.5"
Shipping weight0.68 kg
Package size203 × 152 × 51 mm

Questions about this item

Will the 3.5" form factor fit my standard desktop drive bay?

Yes, the 3.5" form factor matches standard desktop drive bays and uses the SATA 1.5Gb/s interface for power and data connections.

What is the correct way to enable Native Command Queuing during installation?

Connect the drive via SATA, then enable AHCI mode in the system BIOS before installing the operating system so Native Command Queuing functions.

How does the fluid dynamic bearing motor affect long-term maintenance?

The fluid dynamic bearing motor is sealed and requires no lubrication or maintenance over the life of the 7200 RPM drive.

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