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1.0Introduction
This manual describes the functional, mechanical and interface specifications for the following Seagate® DB35.3® Series SATA/PATA model drives:
SATA models | PATA models |
ST3160215SCE ST3160215ACE
ST380215SCEST380215ACE
The drives provide the following key features:
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•Tunneling Magnetoresistive (TMR) recording heads.
•Low profile deck design for improved
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•Quiet operation.
•SeaTools diagnostic software performs a drive
•Support for S.M.A.R.T. drive monitoring and reporting.
SATA specific key features:
•High instantaneous (burst)
•Native Command Queueing with command ordering to increase performance in demanding applications.
•Supports latching SATA cables and connectors.
PATA specific key features:
•High instantaneous (burst) data transfer rates (up to 100 Mbytes per second) using Ultra DMA mode 5.
•Support for Read Multiple and Write Multiple commands.
•Support for autodetection of master/slave drives that use cable select (CSEL).
DB35.3 Series SATA/PATA Product Manual, Rev. F | 1 |