2.0Drive specifications

Unless otherwise noted, all specifications are measured under ambient conditions, at 25°C, and nominal power. For convenience, the phrases the drive and this drive are used throughout this manual to indicate the following drive model:

ST2000VX002

ST31000526SV

ST31000525SV

ST3500411SV

ST3500410SV

ST3250311SV

2.1Specification summary tables

The specifications listed in the following tables are for quick reference. For details on specification measurement or definition, see the appropriate section of this manual.

Table 1:

Drive specifications summary for the 2TB model

Drive specification

ST2000VX002

 

 

Formatted capacity (4K bytes/sector)*

2TB

 

 

Guaranteed sectors

3,907,029,168

 

 

 

Heads

 

6

 

 

 

Disks

 

3

 

 

Bytes per sector

4096 (512 bytes per sector emulated at the interface)

 

 

Default sectors per track

63

 

 

Default read/write heads

16

 

 

Default cylinders

16,383

 

 

Recording density(max)

1632kb/in

 

 

Track density (avg)

274 ktracks/in avg

 

 

Areal density (avg)

422 Gb/in2

Internal data transfer rate (max)

1928 Mb/s max

 

 

Sustained data transfer rate (max)

144 MB/s

 

 

I/O data-transfer rate (max)

600 MB/s

 

 

ATA data-transfer modes supported

PIO modes 0–4

 

 

Multiword DMA modes 0–2

 

 

Ultra DMA modes 0–6

 

 

 

Cache buffer

 

64MB

 

 

 

Height (max)

 

26.11mm (1.028 in)

 

 

 

Width (max)

 

101.6mm (4.0 in)

 

 

 

Length (max)

 

147.00mm (5.78 in)

 

 

Weight (typical)

635 grams (1.39 lb)

 

 

Power-on to ready (max)

<17s

 

 

Track-to-track seek time

<1ms typical read;

 

 

<1.2ms typical write

 

 

 

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ST3500411SV, ST31000526SV, ST2000VX002, ST31000525SV specifications

Seagate, a stalwart name in the data storage industry, offers a range of hard disk drives that cater to various needs and applications. Three notable models are the ST3250311SV, ST3500410SV, and ST31000525SV, each designed with unique characteristics and features suitable for diverse environments, from personal computing to enterprise storage solutions.

The ST3250311SV is a 250GB SATA drive that operates at 7200 RPM, providing a solid balance of performance and capacity. One of its main features is its 8MB cache, which enhances read and write speeds, making it suitable for high-demand applications like gaming and multimedia. The drive is also designed with Seagate's advanced data protection technologies, including an intelligent error recovery system that serves to minimize data loss and increase reliability during operation.

Next in line, the ST3500410SV offers a larger capacity of 500GB, making it an excellent choice for users who require more storage. Like its counterpart, it operates at 7200 RPM but is equipped with a 16MB cache for even better performance. The drive is built on Seagate's perpendicular recording technology, which increases storage density and improves data integrity. The ST3500410SV is particularly well-suited for server environments, where reliability and speed are critical. Its advanced power management features help reduce energy consumption, making it a more eco-friendly option for data centers.

Finally, the ST31000525SV provides an impressive 1TB of storage capacity, leveraging the same 7200 RPM speed and 32MB cache as its predecessors. This model exemplifies Seagate's focus on enhancing user experiences with greater storage and quicker access times, fulfilling the demands of both consumer and enterprise markets. With features like S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology), this drive helps users keep tabs on their drive's health and performance, anticipating potential failures and ensuring data security.

In summary, the Seagate ST3250311SV, ST3500410SV, and ST31000525SV drives showcase a range of capacities and features aimed at meeting the needs of today’s data-driven world. From gaming and personal use to demanding enterprise applications, these hard drives combine speed, reliability, and advanced technologies to deliver outstanding performance and data protection. Their robust design and efficient power management reinforce Seagate's commitment to innovation and sustainability in data storage solutions.
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