Product Description
Toshiba DT01ACA050 — 500GB 3.5" SATA hard drive
A single-disk, 500GB drive running at 7200 RPM with a SATA III (6Gb/s) interface. Toshiba positions the DT01ACAxx series for power-friendly consumer and commercial desktop computers, using Advanced Format and power management that gives up to 16% idle power savings over the previous model.
This shop fits the same drive into CCTV kits and packages for 24/7 continuous recording — that's our positioning for the surveillance use case, not a spec from Toshiba.
Where it fits
- Compatible with all DVR and NVR surveillance systems, so it drops into most recorder bays taking a standard 3.5" SATA drive.
- Also works with desktops, servers, NAS devices and external enclosures — useful if you want one drive type for the recorder and spare parts stock.
- 7200 RPM and SATA III give the drive's rated spec for speed and transfer interface.
Installation
Buy this drive with any CCTV kit or package from this store and installation is free — it arrives fitted and ready to go before dispatch. Bought on its own, it's a bare drive for you to fit yourself.
What to check before buying
Confirm your DVR or NVR has a free 3.5" SATA bay and that 500GB covers the storage you need for your camera count and retention period.
Specifications
- Capacity
- 500GB
- Speed
- 7200 RPM
- Cache
- 32 MB
- Interface
- SATA III 6.0 Gb/s
- Form Factor
- 3.5"
- Brand
- Toshiba
Technical Specifications
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this drive work with my DVR or NVR?
Toshiba's DT01ACA050 is compatible with all DVR and NVR surveillance systems using a standard 3.5" SATA drive.
Does Toshiba market this drive specifically for CCTV or 24/7 recording?
No — Toshiba describes the DT01ACAxx series for power-friendly consumer and commercial desktop computers; the 24/7 recording use is this store's positioning, not Toshiba's.
Is installation included?
Installation is free when you buy this drive with any CCTV kit or package from this store; it arrives fitted and ready before dispatch.
Can I use this drive outside a CCTV system?
Yes — it also works in desktops, servers, NAS devices and external enclosures.
