Seagate ST936701SS, ST973401SS manual General description

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3.0General description

Savvio drives combine Tunneling Magnetoresistive (TMR) heads and a Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) interface to provide high performance, high capacity data storage for a variety of systems including engineering worksta- tions, network servers, mainframes, and supercomputers. The Serial Attached SCSI interface is designed to meet next-generation computing demands for performance, scalability, flexibility and high-density storage requirements.

Savvio drives are random access storage devices designed to support the Serial Attached SCSI Protocol as described in the ANSI specifications, this document, and the SAS Interface Manual (part number 100293071) which describes the general interface characteristics of this drive. Savvio drives are classified as intelligent peripherals and provide level 2 conformance (highest level) with the ANSI SCSI-1 standard. The SAS connec- tors, cables and electrical interface are compatible with Serial ATA (SATA), giving future users the choice of populating their systems with either SAS or SATA hard disc drives. This allows you to continue to leverage your existing investment in SCSI while gaining a 3Gb/s serial data transfer rate.

The head and disc assembly (HDA) is sealed at the factory. Air recirculates within the HDA through a non- replaceable filter to maintain a contamination-free HDA environment.

Note. Never disassemble the HDA and do not attempt to service items in the sealed enclosure (heads, media, actuator, etc.) as this requires special facilities. The drive does not contain user-replaceable parts. Opening the HDA for any reason voids your warranty.

Savvio drives use a dedicated landing zone at the innermost radius of the media to eliminate the possibility of destroying or degrading data by landing in the data zone. The heads automatically go to the landing zone when power is removed from the drive.

An automatic shipping lock prevents potential damage to the heads and discs that results from movement dur- ing shipping and handling. The shipping lock disengages and the head load process begins when power is applied to the drive.

Savvio drives decode track 0 location data from the servo data embedded on each surface to eliminate mechanical transducer adjustments and related reliability concerns.

The drives also use a high-performance actuator assembly with a low-inertia, balanced, patented, straight arm design that provides excellent performance with minimal power dissipation.

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Contents ST973401SS ST936701SS Savvio SASPage Contents Installation Defect and error managementSeagate Technology support services Interface requirementsList of Figures Page Savvio family disc drive ScopeSavvio SAS Product Manual, Rev. D Standards Applicable standards and reference documentationElectromagnetic compatibility Electromagnetic susceptibilityElectromagnetic compliance for the European Union Electromagnetic complianceAustralian C-Tick Korean MICSAS Interface Manual Reference documentsSavvio SAS Product Manual, Rev. D General description Media description Standard featuresPerformance Reliability Factory-installed accessoriesFormatted capacities Programmable drive capacityUser-installed accessories Factory-installed optionsInternal drive characteristics Performance characteristicsSeek performance characteristics Access timeGeneral performance characteristics Format command execution time for 512-byte sectors minutesPrefetch/multi-segmented cache control Start/stop timeCache operation Caching write data Prefetch operation Savvio SAS Product Manual, Rev. D Error rates Reliability specificationsRecoverable Errors Unrecoverable ErrorsSeek errors Reliability and serviceInterface errors Preventive maintenance4 S.M.A.R.T Hot plugging the driveControlling S.M.A.R.T Performance impactDetermining rate Reporting controlPredictive failures Thermal monitorDrive Self Test DST Temperature Log Page 0Dh Parameter Code DescriptionDST failure definition ImplementationInvoking DST State of the drive prior to testingShort and extended tests Short test Function Code 001bLog page entries Product warrantyAbort ShippingProduct repair and return information AC power requirements Physical/electrical specificationsDC power requirements ST973401SS DC power requirementsGeneral DC power requirement notes ST936701SS DC power requirementsST936701SS Gbit mode Amps Conducted noise immunity Power sequencingCurrent profiles +5V +12VTypical ST973401SS drive +12V current profile Typical ST936701SS drive +12V current profile ST973401SS in 3 Gbit operation Power dissipationST973401SS in 1.5 Gbit operation ST936701SS in 1.5 Gbit operation ST936701SS in 3 Gbit operationEnvironmental limits TemperatureRelative humidity Shock and vibration Effective altitude sea levelShock Recommended mounting Package size Packaged/product weight Drop heightVibration Air cleanlinessCorrosive environment Acoustics Mounting configuration dimensions Mechanical specificationsSavvio SAS Product Manual, Rev. D Drive internal defects/errors Defect and error managementDrive error recovery procedures SAS system errors Drive orientation InstallationAir flow CoolingGrounding Drive mountingSavvio SAS Product Manual, Rev. D Interface requirements SAS featuresDual port support Commands supported by Savvio SAS family drive Scsi commands supportedCommand name Command code Supported Commands supported by Savvio SAS family drive Commands supported by Savvio SAS family drive Commands supported by Savvio SAS family drive Inquiry data Mode Sense dataSavvio inquiry data Bytes Data hexPage DEF CHG Savvio SAS Product Manual, Rev. D Miscellaneous features Miscellaneous operating features and conditionsSupported Feature or condition Miscellaneous statusSAS physical interface Datum B Section C C Section a a Connector requirements Physical characteristicsElectrical description Pin descriptionsSAS pin descriptions Pin Signal name Signal typeSAS transmitters and receivers Signal characteristics Characteristic Units Gbps General interface characteristicsEye masks Eye masks overview Receive eye maskReveive tolerance eye mask Jitter tolerance masksSinusoidal Peak-toJitter Frequency in kHzSignal characteristica Units Gbps Transmitter signal characteristicsSignal characteristic Units Gbps Receiver signal characteristicsMaximum allowable jitter Gbps m, n Deterministic jitterqReceiver jitter tolerance Impedance specificationsCompliant jitter test pattern Cjtpat Impedance requirements Sheet 1Impedance requirements Sheet 2 Transmitter characteristicsElectrical TxRx connections = -5,437dB Tctf ISI loss example at 1.5 Gbps Receiver characteristicsSavvio SAS Product Manual, Rev. D Internet Seagate Technology support servicesPresales Support Technical SupportData Recovery Services Authorized Service Centers Warranty ServiceData Recovery Services Call Center Toll-free Direct dial Numerics IndexPage SAS See also cooling
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ST936701SS, ST973401SS specifications

The Seagate ST936701SS and ST973401SS are high-performance enterprise hard drives designed for optimal data storage solutions in demanding environments. Both models belong to Seagate's Savvio series, which is renowned for its reliability and efficiency. These drives are tailored for critical applications such as database management, data warehousing, and online transaction processing.

The ST936701SS comes with a storage capacity of 36.4 GB, while the ST973401SS offers a larger capacity of 73.4 GB. This variance allows users to choose the drive that best suits their storage needs without compromising performance. Both drives utilize a 2.5-inch form factor, making them compact and suitable for high-density storage configurations.

A key feature of these drives is their impressive rotational speed of 10,000 RPM, which enhances data access times and improves overall system responsiveness. This speed allows for reduced latency and faster data transfer rates, critical for applications that require quick retrieval of large datasets.

In terms of technology, these drives utilize the Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) interface, which is favored in enterprise settings for its reliability and speed. SAS provides better performance than traditional SATA drives, particularly when dealing with high workloads, as it supports multiple concurrent connections and higher data throughput.

The ST936701SS and ST973401SS are also equipped with advanced features such as Seagate's Native Command Queuing (NCQ), which optimizes the order in which read and write commands are executed. This results in improved performance under multi-tasking conditions, essential for enterprise servers managing multiple requests simultaneously.

Additionally, both drives incorporate features aimed at enhancing data integrity and reliability. They support End-to-End Data Protection and are designed to endure the rigors of continuous operation, with MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) ratings that bolster their reputation for durability.

Energy efficiency is another notable characteristic, as both drives are designed to reduce power consumption without sacrificing performance. This is particularly important in enterprise environments where power management contributes to lower operational costs.

In conclusion, the Seagate ST936701SS and ST973401SS drives are robust, reliable storage solutions tailored for enterprise applications. With their high performance, advanced technology features, and capacity options, they provide organizations with the scalability and efficiency required in today’s data-driven landscape. Whether it's for critical data management tasks or high-access applications, these drives stand out as a solid choice for any enterprise storage strategy.
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