11.4MISCELLANEOUS OPERATING FEATURES AND CONDITIONS

Table 13 lists various features and conditions. A “Y” in the support column indicates the feature or condition is supported. An “N” in the support column indicates the feature or condition is not supported.

Table 13 Miscellaneous features

Supported

Feature or condition

N

Automatic contingent allegiance

 

 

N

Asynchronous event notification

 

 

N

Synchronized (locked) spindle operation

 

 

Y

Segmented caching

 

 

N

Zero latency read

 

 

Y

Queue tagging (up to 64 queue tags supported)

 

 

Y

Deferred error handling

 

 

Y

Parameter rounding (controlled by Round bit in Mode Select page 0)

 

 

Y

Reporting actual retry count in Extended Sense bytes 15, 16, and 17

 

 

N

Adaptive caching

 

 

Y

SMP = 1 in Mode Select command needed to save RPL and rotational offset bytes

 

 

Table 14 Miscellaneous status

 

 

Supported

Status

Y

Good

 

 

Y

Check condition

 

 

Y

Condition met/good

 

 

Y

Busy

 

 

Y

Intermediate/good

 

 

Y

Intermediate/condition met/good

 

 

Y

Reservation conflict

 

 

Y

Task set full

 

 

N

ACA active

 

 

N

ACA active, faulted initiator

 

 

11.4.1SAS physical interface

Figure 16 shows the location of the SAS device connector J1. Figures 17 and 18 provide the dimensions of the SAS connector.

Details of the physical, electrical, and logical characteristics are provided within this section. The operational aspects of Seagate’s SAS drives are provided in the SAS Interface Manual.

Figure 16. Physical interface

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ST2000NM0063 specifications

The Seagate ST2000NM0063 is a high-performance internal hard disk drive designed for enterprise environments, offering a robust solution for those requiring reliable data storage. With a storage capacity of 2TB, this drive is ideal for both small and large enterprises, catering to applications ranging from data centers to surveillance systems.

One of the main features of the ST2000NM0063 is its 7200 RPM rotational speed, which ensures rapid data access and improved overall performance. This speed allows for faster read and write times, making it suitable for applications that demand quick data retrieval and processing. The drive supports a SATA 6Gb/s interface, which provides enhanced data transfer rates. This modern interface is essential for maximizing throughput, particularly when deployed in environments where speed is critical.

In terms of technology, the Seagate ST2000NM0063 utilizes Advanced Format Technology, enhancing data storage efficiency and increasing the number of user-addressable sectors. This feature allows for better alignment of data on the drive, which can lead to improved performance and reliability. Additionally, the drive incorporates the Seagate PowerChoice technology, enabling energy-efficient operations. This technology helps reduce power consumption during idle periods, contributing to lower operating costs and a smaller carbon footprint.

The ST2000NM0063 also emphasizes data integrity and reliability. Equipped with features such as error recovery control and vibration tolerance, this drive is designed to operate in challenging conditions. These attributes make it an excellent choice for RAID configurations and other enterprise applications that require high data availability and protection against data loss.

Furthermore, the ST2000NM0063 has a mean time between failures (MTBF) rating of 1.2 million hours, signifying its durability and long lifespan. This reliability is crucial for critical business applications where downtime is not an option.

In summary, the Seagate ST2000NM0063 combines high capacity, excellent performance, and advanced technologies to meet the demanding needs of enterprise storage. Its reliability, efficiency, and robust features make it a preferred choice for organizations looking to enhance their data storage solutions while ensuring optimal performance and longevity. Whether utilized in cloud storage, surveillance, or data center applications, this hard drive stands out as a dependable component in any IT infrastructure.