Seagate ST3500321CS, ST3320310CS, ST3160310CS Drive specifications, Specification summary tables

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2.0Drive specifications

Unless otherwise noted, all specifications are measured under ambient conditions, at 25°C, and nominal power. For convenience, the phrases the drive and this drive are used throughout this manual to indicate the following drive model:

ST3500321CS

ST3500422CS

ST3320310CS

ST3320410CS

ST3160310CS

2.1Specification summary tables

The specifications listed in the following tables are for quick reference. For details on specification measure- ment or definition, see the appropriate section of this manual.

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Contents ST3500321CS ST3500422CS ST3320310CS ST3320410CS ST3160310CS Pipeline HD Series SataRevision Date Sheets affected or comments Revision historyContents Pipeline HD Series Sata Product Manual, Rev. C List of Figures Page Introduction About the Serial ATA interface Specification summary tables Drive specificationsDrive specification ST3500422CS ST3500321CS Drive specifications summary for 500 Gbyte modelsPipeline HD Series Sata Product Manual, Rev. C Drive specification ST3320410CS ST3320310CS ST3160310CS Drive specifications summary for 320 and 160 Gbyte modelsPipeline HD Series Sata Product Manual, Rev. C LBA mode Default logical geometryFormatted capacity Recording and interface technologyPhysical characteristics Seek timeStart/stop times Power specifications Typical current profiles Conducted noiseVoltage tolerance Active mode Power-management modesIdle mode Sleep modeEnvironmental specifications Operating shock ShockNonoperating shock GB models 160 GB modelsAcoustics emissions Drive A-weighted Sound Power Levels SWL, BAElectromagnetic immunity Test for Prominent Discrete Tones PDTsReliability Safety certificationAgency certification Annualized Failure Rate AFRKorean RRL Australian C-Tick N176FCC verification Corrosive environment Environmental protectionHandling and static-discharge precautions Configuring and mounting the driveSerial ATA cables and connectors Configuring the driveDrive mounting Mounting dimensions for 500 GB modelsMounting dimensions for 320 and 160 GB models Hot-Plug compatibility Serial ATA Sata interfaceSerial ATA connector pin definitions Serial ATA device plug connector pin definitionsSignal Pin Function DefinitionSupported ATA commands Supported ATA commandsCommand name Command code in hex F4H Word Description Value Identify Device commandXx07H Bit Word Description if bit is set to Bit WordWord Set Features command values Set Features command3 S.M.A.R.T. commands A.R.T. commandsCode in features register A.R.T. command Internet Seagate Technology support servicesPresales Support Technical SupportWarranty Service Data Recovery Services Authorized Service CentersData Recovery Services Call Center Toll-free Direct dial Index ITE Page Pipeline HD Series Sata Product Manual, Rev. C Page Seagate Technology LLC

ST3320310CS, ST3500321CS, ST3320410CS, ST3160310CS, ST3500422CS specifications

Seagate has long been recognized as a leader in data storage solutions, and their range of hard drives continues to reflect innovation and reliability. Among the notable SATA drives are the Seagate ST3500422CS, ST3160310CS, ST3320410CS, ST3500321CS, and ST3320310CS models, all designed for various consumer and enterprise applications.

The ST3500422CS operates at a capacity of 500GB, combining high performance with energy efficiency. With a spindle speed of 7200 RPM and a 32MB cache, it ensures rapid data access and transfer rates, making it suitable for multimedia storage and gaming applications. This drive incorporates Seagate’s Instant Secure Erase technology, which allows users to securely wipe their data quickly, ensuring privacy and data protection.

Next, the ST3160310CS model offers a storage capacity of 160GB, ideal for smaller applications requiring faster access times. Also spinning at 7200 RPM, it features a similar 8MB cache, ensuring good performance for everyday computing needs. Its compact design makes it suitable for both desktop systems and where space is at a premium.

The ST3320410CS is designed for larger capacity requirements, providing up to 320GB of storage space. This drive features enhanced data integrity with a 16MB cache and a consistent performance level that makes it suitable for both personal computing and lightweight server applications. Its Balancing Act technology optimizes the drive's performance across multiple workloads, extending its lifespan.

The ST3500321CS provides users with 500GB of storage, similar to the ST3500422CS but with a focus on data reliability. Featuring advanced error correction technologies, it diminishes the chance of data loss, making it a great choice for critical applications requiring consistent reliability.

Finally, the ST3320310CS model holds 320GB of storage capacity and shares many characteristics with its counterparts, such as the 7200 RPM speed and strong error correction mechanisms. The drive also utilizes Seagate's Thermal Fly-Height Control technology, which further enhances reliability by adjusting the read/write heads according to the drive's operational temperature.

Overall, these drives exemplify Seagate's commitment to performance, efficiency, and data protection across their various storage solutions. With a range of capacities and features, they cater to diverse user needs while ensuring reliability and speed in data access.