Data Format

Cylinder –154

to ~

Cylinder –147 ~

Cylinder –143

to ~

Cylinder –4

 

 

Cylinder

 

Zone

Cell

~

 

 

 

 

0

 

 

 

 

0

1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

28

 

 

 

 

 

29

 

 

 

 

1

30

 

 

 

 

 

 

0

 

57

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

m-28

 

 

P1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

m

 

 

 

(1)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

17n

Internal test cylinder

 

 

Internal test space

~

~

 

SA139

System space

 

 

 

 

 

 

~

 

SA0

 

 

 

~

User Space for Cell 0-0

Spare Sectors per Cell 0-0

User Space for Cell 1-0

 

 

 

 

 

User Space

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Spare Sectors per Cell 1-0

 

 

 

(Primary Cylinder

 

 

 

0 - (n-1))

 

 

 

 

 

User Space for Cell P1-0

Spare Sectors per Cell P1-0

Alternate Cylinder

User Space for Cell xx-1

:

User Space for Cell yy-17

Note: Spare sectors on the last track in each cylinder are not necessarily placed at the end of the track because of a track skew or a cylinder skew. (Details are explained in Subsection 3.1.3.)

Figure 3.1 Cylinder configuration

Apart from the above logical configuration, the HDD intends to increase the storage capacity by dividing all cylinders into several zones and changing a recording density of each zone.

3-2

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Fujitsu MAW3147FC, MAW3300FC, MAW3073fc manual Data Format, SA0

MAW3073fc, MAW3147FC, MAW3300FC specifications

The Fujitsu MAW3073fc, MAW3300FC, and MAW3147FC are high-performance Fibre Channel hard disk drives that cater to enterprise storage solutions. Designed for demanding applications, these drives are engineered to deliver reliability, speed, and capacity, making them suitable for data centers and other high-availability environments.

The MAW3073fc offers a storage capacity of 73GB and operates at 15,000 RPM, ensuring rapid data access and high throughput. This drive features advanced error correction capabilities, enhancing data integrity while minimizing downtime. The MAW3073fc supports the Fibre Channel interface, enabling fast data transfer rates that are essential for high-performance computing scenarios.

Following this, the MAW3300FC steps up the game with a larger capacity of 300GB, also spinning at 15,000 RPM. It boasts enhanced reliability features, including improved thermal management and vibration tolerance, which significantly reduce wear and tear and prolong the drives' lifespan. Its hot-swappable design allows for easy maintenance, making it an ideal choice for critical applications that require minimal disruptions.

The MAW3147FC further expands the offering with a storage capacity of 147GB. Designed for applications that require a balance between performance and capacity, this drive provides a reliable solution for enterprise environments. Like its counterparts, it operates at 15,000 RPM, ensuring swift data retrieval and consistency under heavy loads. The MAW3147FC also implements sophisticated caching algorithms that optimize read and write performance.

All three drives utilize SCSI command sets and feature RAID support, making them compatible with various enterprise storage systems. These drives are built with enterprise-grade components, ensuring durability and reliability, crucial in mission-critical setups. The combination of high RPM speeds, reliability features, and large capacities makes the Fujitsu MAW series an excellent choice for organizations looking to enhance their storage infrastructure.

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