Seagate ST446452W manual General description

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14	Elite 47 Installation Guide, Rev. B

General description

Elite 47 SCSI disc drives are high-speed, random-access digital- data storage devices.

The drive is a component for installation in an enclosure designed for the drive. This is often a rack within the system or an external enclosure designed to house one or more disc drives or other peripheral units. In either case, the disc drive must receive adequate cooling (refer to “Providing adequate cooling”) and it must be sufficiently grounded and shielded from emis- sions. The Elite 47 Product Manual (part number 83329280) contains guidelines for a properly designed enclosure.

Figure 1. Elite 47 disc drive

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Contents Elite Disc Drive ST446452W Contents Preface Electrostatic discharge protectionImportant safety information and precautions Page Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise Page Elite 47 Installation Guide, Rev. B Electromagnetic susceptibility Regulatory agency complianceElectromagnetic compliance Electromagnetic compliance for the European Union Australian C-TickTechnical support services Online servicesSeagate CompuServe forum FAX services SeaFAXDirect-support services Seagate technical supportCustomer service centers Manufacturer’s representativesGeneral description Drive characteristics Elite 47 Installation Guide, Rev. B Dimensions of the drive Initial setup information Scsi ID jumpers Setting the Scsi ID Drive termination Terminating the drive Scsi bus terminationTerminator power Terminating the driveSetting terminator power jumpers Circuits and data path widthsCable characteristics for single-ended circuits Mbytes/s Meters 19.7 ft Meters 9.8 ftPin wide connection to drive Multiple-drive connection to host adapter Other applicable jumper options Additional jumper optionsActive, Ready, and Fault indicators LED indicator connectionsProviding adequate cooling Kühlung des Systems Suggested air flow Abbildung 10.Empfohlener Luftstromverlauf Mounting the drive and connecting cables Installation des Laufwerkes und Anschluß der KabelElite 47 Installation Guide, Rev. B DC power connector Abbildung 11.Gleichstromanschluß Hinweis Page Mounting configuration dimensions Formatting the drive Quick reference desktop system notesPage Page Page Elite 47 Installation Guide, Rev. B Elite 47 Installation Guide, Rev. B

ST446452W specifications

The Seagate ST446452W is a notable entry in the world of hard drives, particularly renowned for its application in enterprise storage solutions during the mid-1990s. Designed primarily for servers and workstations, this drive was part of Seagate's formidable lineup, catering to business needs where reliability and performance were paramount.

With a physical size of 3.5 inches, the ST446452W hosts a storage capacity of 4.5 GB— an impressive figure for its time. This capacity enabled enterprises to store significant amounts of data, including critical applications and databases. The drive employs the SCSI (Small Computer System Interface) interface, specifically the SCSI-2 standard, which was commonplace during that era, allowing for speedy data transfer rates and the ability to connect multiple drives in a single setup.

The Seagate ST446452W features a rotational speed of 7200 RPM, contributing to its performance efficiency and response times. This speed, combined with an average seek time of around 9 milliseconds, positioned the ST446452W as a competitive option for database applications, file servers, and other data-intensive tasks.

One of the key technologies employed in the ST446452W is the use of magneto-resistive (MR) head technology. This advancement allowed for improved data density, ultimately enhancing the drive’s ability to read and write data at lower error rates. The drive also features a buffer cache, which serves to improve data throughput by temporarily storing frequently accessed data, minimizing seek times.

With its robust construction and reputation for reliability, the Seagate ST446452W proved to be a trusted choice for IT professionals seeking longevity in their storage solutions. Its design included features such as internal shock mounting and thermal management systems to ensure optimal performance under various conditions. These characteristics made the ST446452W an ideal candidate for mission-critical applications where downtime needed to be minimized.

In conclusion, the Seagate ST446452W encapsulates the technological advancements and engineering prowess of its time. Its integration of SCSI interface technology, high RPM speeds, and innovative data management features cemented its place in the legacy of data storage solutions, laying groundwork for subsequent generations of hard drives. Though it may be considered obsolete in today’s context, the ST446452W remains a significant reference point in the evolution of hard drive technologies.