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Command name

Command code (in hex)

 

 

 

 

Security Erase Prepare

F3H

 

Security Erase Unit

F4H

 

Security Freeze

F5H

 

Security Set Password

F1H

 

Security Unlock

F2H

 

Seek

70H

 

Set Features

EFH

 

Set Max Address

F9H

 

Note: Individual Set Max Address

Address:

00H

commands are identified by the value

Password:

01H

placed in the Set Max Features regis-

Lock:

02H

ter as defined to the right.

Unlock:

03H

 

Freeze Lock:

04H

Set Max Address Extended

37H

 

Set Multiple Mode

C6H

 

Sleep

E6H

 

S.M.A.R.T. Disable Operations

B0H / D9H

 

S.M.A.R.T. Enable/Disable Autosave

B0H / D2H

 

S.M.A.R.T. Enable Operations

B0H / D8H

 

S.M.A.R.T. Execute Offline

B0H / D4H

 

S.M.A.R.T. Read Attribute Thresholds

B0H / D1H

 

S.M.A.R.T. Read Data

B0H / D0H

 

S.M.A.R.T. Read Log Sector

B0H / D5H

 

S.M.A.R.T. Return Status

B0H / DAH

 

S.M.A.R.T. Save Attribute Values

B0H / D3H

 

S.M.A.R.T. Write Log Sector

B0H / D6H

 

Standby

E2H

 

Standby Immediate

E0H

 

Write Buffer

E8H

 

Write DMA

CAH

 

Write DMA Extended

35H

 

Write DMA FUA Extended

CDH

 

Write DMA Without Retries

CBH

 

Write Log Extended

3FH

 

Write Multiple

C5H

 

Write Multiple Extended

39H

 

Write Multiple FUA Extended

CEH

 

Write Sectors

30H

 

Write Sectors Without Retries

31H

 

Write Sectors Extended

34H

 

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Contents Barracuda LP Series Sata ST32000542AS ST31500541AS ST31000520ASRevision history Revision DateContents Barracuda LP Series Sata Product Manual, Rev. a List of Figures Page Introduction About the Serial ATA interface Drive specifications Drive specifications summary for 2000 and 1500 Gbyte models Drive specification ST32000542AS ST31500541AS ST31000520ASBarracuda LP Series Sata Product Manual, Rev. a Default logical geometry LBA modeFormatted capacity Recording and interface technologyPhysical characteristics Access timeTypical access times msec Read Write Start/stop timesPower specifications DC power requirements Typical current profiles Conducted noise Voltage tolerancePower-management modes Active modeIdle mode Sleep modeEnvironmental specifications Shock Operating shockNonoperating shock VibrationDrive A-weighted Sound Power Levels SWL, BA AcousticsElectromagnetic immunity Test for Prominent Discrete Tones PDTsSafety certification ReliabilityAgency certification Electromagnetic compatibilityFCC verification Korean RRLAustralian C-Tick N176 Environmental protection Corrosive environmentConfiguring and mounting the drive Handling and static-discharge precautionsConfiguring the drive Serial ATA cables and connectorsMounting dimensions 2.0, 1.5 and 1.0 TB models Drive mountingBarracuda LP Series Sata Product Manual, Rev. a Serial ATA Sata interface Hot-Plug compatibilitySerial ATA device plug connector pin definitions Serial ATA connector pin definitionsSignal Pin Function DefinitionCommand name Command code in hex Supported ATA commandsSupported ATA commands F3H Identify Device command Word Description ValueXx07H Description if bit is set to Bit Word Bit WordWord Set Features command Set Features command valuesCode in features register A.R.T. command 3 S.M.A.R.T. commandsA.R.T. commands Technical Support Seagate Technology support servicesPresales Support Data Recovery Services Call Center Toll-free Direct dial Warranty ServiceData Recovery Services Authorized Service Centers Index ITE Page Barracuda LP Series Sata Product Manual, Rev. a Page Seagate Technology LLC

ST32000542AS, ST31000520AS, ST31500541AS specifications

Seagate has long been a prominent player in the hard disk drive (HDD) market, and their SATA drives have earned a reputation for reliability and performance. Among their notable models are the ST31500541AS, ST31000520AS, and ST32000542AS, each offering unique features and technologies that cater to various storage needs.

The ST31500541AS is a 1.5TB SATA drive known for its robust data handling capabilities. Operating at 7200 RPM, it offers a data transfer rate of up to 6Gb/s, making it suitable for demanding applications that require quick access to large files. This model features Seagate’s perpendicular recording technology, which increases storage density and efficiency. With an average seek time of 8.5 ms, users can expect swift performance for both read and write operations. Its 32MB cache also aids in enhancing data transfer rates and minimizing lag during data retrieval.

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