Drives packaged in single or multipacks with a gross weight of 20 pounds (8.95 kg) or less by Seagate for general freight shipment shall withstand a drop test from 48 inches (1,070 mm) against a concrete floor or equivalent.

6.4.4.2Vibration

a. Operating—normal

The drive as installed for normal operation, shall comply with the complete specified performance while subjected to continuous vibration not exceeding

5 - 22 Hz

0.25

Gs, Limited displacement

22 - 350 Hz

0.5 Gs

350 - 500 Hz

0.25

Gs

Vibration may be applied in the X, Y, or Z axis.

b.Operating—abnormal

Equipment as installed for normal operation shall not incur physical damage while subjected to periodic vibration not exceeding:

15 minutes of duration at major resonant frequency

Vibration occurring at these levels may degrade operational performance during the abnormal vibration period. Specified operational performance will continue when normal operating vibration levels are resumed. This assumes system recovery routines are available.

Operating abnormal translational random flat profile

5 - 500 Hz

0.75 Gs (0 to peak)

c.Non-operating

The limits of non-operating vibration shall apply to all conditions of handling and transportation. This includes both isolated drives and integrated drives.

The drive shall not incur physical damage or degraded performance as a result of continuous vibration not exceeding

5 - 22 Hz

2 Gs (0 to peak, linear, swept sine, 0.5 octave/min)

22 - 350 Hz

5 Gs (0 to peak, linear, swept sine, 0.5 octave/min)

350 - 500 Hz

2 Gs (0 to peak, linear, swept sine, 0.5 octave/min)

Vibration may be applied in the X, Y, or Z axis.

6.4.5Acoustics

Sound power during idle mode shall be 2.9 bels typical when measured to ISO 7779 specification. Sound power while operating shall be 3.2 bels typical when measured to ISO 7779 specification.

There will not be any discrete tones more than 10 dB above the masking noise on typical drives when mea- sured according to Seagate specification 30553-001. There will not be any tones more than 24 dB above the masking noise on any drive.

6.4.6Air cleanliness

The drive is designed to operate in a typical office environment with minimal environmental control.

6.4.7Corrosive environment

Seagate electronic drive components pass accelerated corrosion testing equivalent to 10 years exposure to light industrial environments containing sulfurous gases, chlorine and nitric oxide, classes G and H per ASTM B845. However, this accelerated testing cannot duplicate every potential application environment.

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ST31000640FC, ES.2 FC specifications

The Seagate ES.2 FC, model ST31000640FC, is a high-performance hard drive designed specifically for enterprise environments. This drive is engineered to provide reliable and efficient data storage, catering to the demands of critical business applications, data centers, and server infrastructures.

One of the standout features of the ST31000640FC is its large storage capacity. With a 1TB capacity, it offers ample space for storing vast amounts of data, making it an excellent choice for businesses that require extensive storage solutions. This capacity enables the drive to support extensive databases, applications, and virtualized environments without compromising performance.

The Seagate ES.2 FC utilizes Fibre Channel (FC) interface technology, which is known for its high-speed data transfer capabilities. Operating at 4 Gbps, this interface facilitates faster communication between the drive and the server, significantly enhancing overall system performance. The Fibre Channel technology also improves data integrity through its ability to manage large amounts of data traffic efficiently.

In terms of performance specifications, the ST31000640FC boasts a rotational speed of 7200 RPM and a sustained data transfer rate that offers quick access to information. Additionally, it features an advanced caching mechanism that optimizes read and write operations, ensuring rapid data retrieval and improved application responsiveness.

The drive's advanced error recovery and data protection mechanisms, such as the Seagate PowerTrim technology, work to minimize downtime and data loss. This is particularly crucial for enterprise applications that demand high availability and reliability. PowerTrim intelligently manages the drive’s internal resources to enhance performance and durability.

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Lastly, the Seagate ES.2 FC incorporates vibration tolerance and advanced acoustic performance features, which help to reduce noise and ensure quieter operation in data center environments. This makes it an attractive option for enterprises looking to optimize their infrastructure while minimizing disturbances.

In summary, the Seagate ES.2 FC, ST31000640FC hard drive is an excellent choice for enterprises seeking a balance of large storage capacity, high-speed performance, and reliability in a Fibre Channel environment. With its array of technologies and robust characteristics, it meets the rigorous demands of modern business storage needs.