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Drive Specifications

2.2Formatted capacity

Model

Formatted

Guaranteed

Bytes per sector

capacity*

sectors

 

 

 

 

 

 

ST2000VM002

2000GB

3,907,029,168

4096 (512 bytes per sector emulated at the

 

 

interface)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ST1500VM002

1500GB

2,930,277,168

4096 (512 bytes per sector emulated at the

 

 

interface)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

*One Gbyte equals one billion bytes when referring to hard drive capacity. Accessible capacity may vary depending on operating environment and formatting.

2.2.1 LBA mode

When addressing these drives in LBA mode, all blocks (sectors) are consecutively numbered from 0 to n–1,where n is the number of guaranteed sectors as defined above.

See Section 4.3.1, "Identify Device command" (words 60-61 and 100-103) for additional information about 48-bit addressing support of drives with capacities over 137GBs.

2.3Default logical geometry

Cylinders

Read/write heads

Sectors per track

 

 

 

16,383

16

63

 

 

 

LBA mode

When addressing these drives in LBA mode, all blocks (sectors) are consecutively numbered from 0 to n–1,where n is the number of guaranteed sectors as defined above.

2.4Recording and interface technology

Interface

Serial ATA (SATA)

 

 

Recording method

Perpendicular

 

 

Recording density (max)

1632kb/in

 

 

Track density (avg)

274 ktracks/in

 

 

Areal density (avg)

422Gb/in

 

 

Spindle speed (RPM)

5900 ± 0.2%

 

 

Internal data transfer rate (max)

1928Mb/s

 

 

Sustained data transfer rate (max)

144MB/s

 

 

I/O data-transfer rate (max)

300MB/s

 

 

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Seagate ST1500VM002 manual Formatted capacity, LBA mode, Default logical geometry, Recording and interface technology

ST2000VM002, ST1500VM002 specifications

The Seagate ST1500VM002 and ST2000VM002 are part of the Seagate Video 3.5 Series, designed specifically for surveillance systems and DVRs. These hard drives provide robust storage solutions tailored to handle the high demands of continuous video recording and playback.

Both models boast a 3.5-inch form factor and utilize SATA III interfaces, ensuring fast data transfer rates essential for processing large video files from multiple security cameras. The ST1500VM002 offers a storage capacity of 1.5TB, while the ST2000VM002 provides an enhanced capacity of 2TB, making them suitable for extensive surveillance setups that may require longer retention of video content.

One of the most significant features of these drives is their support for 24/7 operation, allowing them to perform reliably and efficiently under constant load. This aspect is particularly important for security applications where data is consistently being recorded and accessed without downtime. Moreover, both models are optimized for high workload rates, capable of handling workloads of up to 180TB per year, which is essential for the rigorous demands of surveillance use.

The Seagate ST1500VM002 and ST2000VM002 also feature advanced technologies that help enhance performance and reliability. These drives incorporate AgileArray technology, which optimizes drive performance in multi-drive systems and improves RAID performance. This technology also features error recovery controls, which are critical for maintaining data integrity over time.

In terms of reliability, both drives are built with robust components designed to withstand the harsh conditions typically associated with surveillance environments. They come equipped with high shock resistance, ensuring they remain functional in various conditions, preserving valuable data even in the event of physical impacts or vibrations.

Furthermore, they include features like Seagate Rescue Data Recovery Services, providing customers peace of mind knowing that their data can be recovered in unexpected scenarios. Overall, the Seagate ST1500VM002 and ST2000VM002 are excellent choices for anyone in need of high-capacity, reliable storage solutions for their surveillance needs, offering a blend of advanced technology, robust performance, and dependable data integrity.