Seagate ST3300555SS, ST3146755SS manual Reliability and service, Seek errors, Interface errors

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5.1.3Seek errors

A seek error is defined as a failure of the drive to position the heads to the addressed track. After detecting an initial seek error, the drive automatically performs an error recovery process. If the error recovery process fails, a seek positioning error (Error code = 15h or 02h) will be reported with a Hardware error (04h) in the Sense Key. Recoverable seek errors are specified at Less than 10 errors in 108 seeks. Unrecoverable seek errors (Sense Key = 04h) are classified as drive failures.

5.1.4Interface errors

An interface error is defined as a failure of the receiver on a port to recover the data as transmitted by the device port connected to the receiver. The error may be detected as a running disparity error, illegal code, loss of word sync, or CRC error.

5.2Reliability and service

You can enhance the reliability of Cheetah disc drives by ensuring that the drive receives adequate cooling. Section 6.0 provides temperature measurements and other information that may be used to enhance the ser- vice life of the drive. Section 8.2 provides recommended air-flow information.

5.2.1Mean time between failure (MTBF)

The production disc drive shall achieve a MTBF of 1,400,000 hours when operated in an environment that ensures the HDA case temperatures specified in Section 6.4 are not exceeded. Short-term excursions up to the specification limits of the operating environment will not affect MTBF performance. Continual or sustained operation at case temperatures above the values shown in Section 6.4.1 may degrade product reliability.

The MTBF target is specified as device power-on hours (POH) for all drives in service per failure.

MTBF = Estimate power-on operating hours in the period

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Number of drive failures in the period

Estimated power-on operation hours means power-up hours per disc drive times the total number of disc drives in service. Each disc drive shall have accumulated at least nine months of operation. Data shall be cal- culated on a rolling average base for a minimum period of six months.

MTBF is based on the following assumptions:

8,760 power-on hours per year.

250 average on/off cycles per year.

Operations at nominal voltages.

Systems will provide adequate cooling to ensure the case temperatures specified in Section 6.4.1 are not exceeded.

Drive failure means any stoppage or substandard performance caused by drive malfunction.

A S.M.A.R.T. predictive failure indicates that the drive is deteriorating to an imminent failure and is considered an MTBF hit.

5.2.2Preventive maintenance

No routine scheduled preventive maintenance is required.

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Contents Cheetah T10 SAS Page Contents Seagate Technology support services Defect and error managementInstallation Interface requirementsList of Figures Cheetah T10 SAS Product Manual, Rev. a Scope Cheetah T10 SAS disc driveCheetah T10 SAS Product Manual, Rev. a Electromagnetic compatibility Standards, compliance and reference documentsStandards Electromagnetic susceptibilityCompliance Reference documents Cheetah T10 SAS Product Manual, Rev. a General description Media description Standard featuresPerformance Formatted capacities Factory-installed accessoriesReliability Programmable drive capacityOptions factory installed User-installed accessoriesAccess time Performance characteristicsInternal drive characteristics Seek timeGeneral performance characteristics Format command execution time minutesStart/stop time Prefetch/multi-segmented cache control Cache operationCaching write data Prefetch operationRecoverable Errors Reliability specificationsError rates Unrecoverable ErrorsInterface errors Reliability and serviceSeek errors Preventive maintenanceControlling S.M.A.R.T Hot plugging the drive4 S.M.A.R.T Performance impactPredictive failures Reporting controlDetermining rate Thermal monitorReference Temperature Temperature Log Page 0DhPrimary Temperature Parameter Code DescriptionShort and extended tests State of the drive prior to testingInvoking DST Short test Function Code 001bShipping Product warrantyAbort Product repair and return informationCheetah T10 SAS Product Manual, Rev. a DC power requirements Physical/electrical specificationsAC power requirements ST3300555SS DC power requirementsST3146755SS Gbit mode Amps ST3146755SS DC power requirementsST373355SS DC power requirements ST373355SS Gbit mode AmpsConducted noise immunity General DC power requirement notesPower sequencing Current profilesTypical ST3300555SS drive current profiles Typical ST3146755SS drive current profiles Typical ST373355SS drive current profiles ST3300555SS in 3 Gbit operation Power dissipationST3300555SS in 1.5 Gbit operation ST3146755SS in 3 Gbit operation ST3146755SS in 1.5 Gbit operationST373355SS in 3 Gbit operation ST373355SS in 1.5 Gbit operationTemperature a. Operating Environmental limitsShock and vibration Relative humidityEffective altitude sea level a. Operating ShockPackage size Packaged/product weight Drop height Recommended mountingVibration a. Operating-normal Air cleanlinessCorrosive environment Mechanical specifications AcousticsDrive internal defects/errors Defect and error managementDrive error recovery procedures Write retry count LBA cumulative, msec Background Media Scan SAS system errorsMedia Pre-Scan Deferred Auto-Reallocation Idle Read After WriteInstallation Drive orientationCooling Air flowDrive mounting GroundingCheetah T10 SAS Product Manual, Rev. a SAS features Interface requirementsDual port support Commands supported by Cheetah T10 SAS family drives Scsi commands supportedCommand name Command code Supported Commands supported by Cheetah T10 SAS family drives Commands supported by Cheetah T10 SAS family drives Commands supported by Cheetah T10 SAS family drives Cheetah T10 SAS inquiry data Mode Sense dataInquiry data Bytes Data hexPage ST3300555SS Mode Sense data Mode PagesST3146755SS Mode Sense data ST373355SS Mode Sense data Supported Feature or condition Miscellaneous operating features and conditionsMiscellaneous features Miscellaneous statusSAS physical interface Datum B Physical characteristics Connector requirementsPin descriptions Pin Signal name Signal typeElectrical description SAS pin descriptionsSAS transmitters and receivers Signal characteristicsPower Ready LED OutGeneral interface characteristics LED drive signalDifferential signals Eye masks Eye masks overviewAbsolute amplitude Receive eye maskJitter tolerance masks Normalized time in UIJitter Peak-toSinusoidal Frequency in kHzTransmitter signal characteristics Signal characteristica Units GbpsMaximum allowable jitter Receiver signal characteristicsSignal characteristic Units Gbps Gbps m, n Deterministic jitterqCompliant jitter test pattern Cjtpat Impedance specificationsReceiver jitter tolerance Impedance requirements Sheet 1Impedance requirements Sheet 2 Transmitter characteristicsElectrical TxRx connections = -5,437dB Shows the zero-length test load Receiver characteristics Cheetah T10 SAS Product Manual, Rev. a Internet MySeagate Spp.seagate.com Seagate Technology support servicesWarranty Service Presales SupportData Recovery Services Authorized Service Centers Data Recovery ServicesCall center Presales and Technical Support Warranty Service FAX services-All Europe toll callToll-free support numbers Africa/Middle East support services Index NumericsPage SAS See also cooling Page Seagate Technology LLC

ST3300555SS, ST3146755SS, ST373355SS specifications

The Seagate ST373355SS, ST3146755SS, and ST3300555SS represent a range of high-performance hard drives designed for enterprise applications, particularly in server environments requiring reliability, speed, and high capacity.

The ST373355SS is a 73.5 GB SCSI hard drive operating at 15,000 RPM, which ensures rapid data access and superior performance, making it ideal for transactional applications and data-intensive tasks. With its 4 MB cache, the drive leverages fast read and write speeds, enhancing overall system responsiveness. The SCSI interface, operating at 80 MB/s, allows for high-speed data transfers, making it a suitable choice for demanding environments where quick access to information is critical. Its hot-swappable feature enables maintenance without shutting down the system, maximizing uptime and productivity.

The ST3146755SS, with a capacity of 146.8 GB, builds on the performance of its predecessor while introducing improvements in data handling and reliability. Operating at the same impressive 15,000 RPM, this model also features a 16 MB cache that greatly improves data throughput and access speed. The drive is designed to reduce latency, which is crucial for applications where timing is everything. It is equipped with advanced error recovery features and Seagate’s innovative PowerTrim technology, which improves power efficiency during read and write operations. The ST3146755SS also features a higher mean time between failures (MTBF), underscoring its reliability in high-demand environments.

Lastly, the ST3300555SS offers even greater capacity with 300 GB. This drive maintains the 15,000 RPM rotation speed and benefits from a 16 MB cache, providing a balance of speed and storage capacity. Its advanced SCSI interface supports not just speed but also data integrity, ensuring consistent performance during extensive data transfers. The drive is designed to handle workloads naturally associated with enterprise servers, data warehouses, and video editing applications. Its rugged build supports continuous operation and is tested for high-temperature environments to ensure durability.

In summary, the Seagate ST373355SS, ST3146755SS, and ST3300555SS hard drives are engineered for enterprise environments, combining impressive RPM speeds, significant storage capacities, and advanced technologies to deliver reliability, performance, and efficiency for critical applications. These hard drives represent Seagate's commitment to providing solutions that meet the rigorous demands of modern data environments.