ORDER INFORMATION

Capacity

 

40GB

Model

SATA/150 2MB Buffer

6E040T0

 

 

RoHS Compliant Version

 

Model

SATA/150 2MB Buffer

6N040T0

 

 

SPECIFICATIONS

 

Performance Specifications

Environmental Limits

Rotational Speed

7200 RPM

Buffer Size

2MB

 

 

Max External Transfer Rate (Gb/sec)

1.5

 

 

Average Seek (ms)

10.1

 

 

Average Latency (ms)

4.17

 

 

Reliability Specifications

 

Head Load/Unload (min)

50,000

 

 

Data Errors (non-recoverable)

<1 x 1015 bits read

 

 

Annualized Return Rate (ARR)

<1%

Acoustics FDB motor

Idle (typical sound power: bel)

2.8

Seek (typical sound power: bel)

3.0

 

 

Temperature

 

Operating (°C)

0 to 60

 

 

Non-operating (°C)

-40 to 71

 

 

Shock

 

Operating Mechanical Shock 2ms (G)

60

Non-operating Mechanical Shock 2ms (G) 300

Physical Dimensions

Power Requirements

Mode

5V

12V

Seek (mA)

392

502

 

 

 

Idle (mA)

229

425

 

 

 

Standby (mA)

229

36

 

 

 

Height (max mm)

17.5

Width (typical mm)

101.6

 

 

Length (max mm)

146.3

 

 

Weight (max lb/g)

1.12/510

 

 

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All Maxtor products are backed by our leading service and support staff.

Service includes:

Advance replacement in two business days

24-hour on-line troubleshooting tools and email

Telephone support representatives available Monday-Friday during business hours (except holidays)

To speak with a Maxtor product support representative in the U.S. and Canada, call 1-800-2MAXTOR, Mon.-Fri. from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. (PST).

In Europe, call +353 1 204 1111 Mon.-Thur. from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. (GMT) and Fri. 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. (GMT).

In Australia, call +61 2 9369 3662. In Japan, call 005316-53616, and in Singapore, call 65-6852-0220 or 1-800-481-6788.

For purposes of measuring drive capacity, a gigabyte (GB) means 1,000,000,000 bytes. Total accessible capacity varies depending on operating environment. Seek times are at nominal conditions and include settling. Power numbers are typical values. Acoustics are average values. Specifications subject to change without notice. Seek performance developed utilizing technologsy licensed from Convolve, Inc.

©2005 Maxtor Corporation. Maxtor, DiamondMax, What drives you and the Maxtor stylized logo are registered trademark of Maxtor Corporation.

Shock Protection System and Data Protection System are trademarks of Maxtor Corporation. Maxtor Corporation, 500 McCarthy Boulevard, Milpitas, CA, 95035. DS- DM8S-4/05-CL.

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Maxtor 8S manual 40GB, Performance Specifications Environmental Limits, Reliability Specifications

8S specifications

The Maxtor 8S series hard drives are recognized for their blend of performance, reliability, and affordability, making them a popular choice in their era. They were designed to cater to the growing need for storage in consumer and enterprise markets alike, standing out for their robust specifications and innovative technologies.

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In terms of technology, the Maxtor 8S series employs a Partial Response Maximum Likelihood (PRML) read/write technology, which enhances the accuracy and efficiency of data retrieval. This technology significantly reduces errors and increases data density, allowing for seamless operation, even under demanding conditions.

The drive features a standard ATA/133 interface, known for its reliable data transfer rates. This interface allows for efficient communication between the hard drive and the computer’s motherboard, promoting smooth and rapid data access. The Maxtor 8S is compatible with various operating systems, including Windows and various distributions of Linux, making it versatile for different user needs.

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