2.5

Physical characteristics

 

 

Maximum height (4, 3 and 2 disc models)

 

26.1 mm (1.028 inches)

 

 

 

 

Maximum height (1 disc models)

 

19.99 mm (0.787 inches)

 

 

 

Maximum width

 

101.85 mm (4.010 inches)

 

 

 

Maximum length

 

146.99 mm (5.787 inches)

 

 

 

Typical weight

 

 

 

ST3750640AS and ST3750840AS

 

720 grams (1.59 lbs)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ST3500630AS, ST3500830AS, ST3400620AS, ST3400820AS,

 

635 grams (1.40 lbs)

 

ST3320620AS and ST3320820AS

 

 

 

 

 

ST3300620AS, ST3300820AS, ST3250620AS, ST3250820AS

 

600 grams (1.32 lbs)

 

and ST3250410AS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ST3250310AS, ST3200820AS, ST3160815AS, ST3160310AS,

 

380 grams (0.838 lbs.)

 

ST3160215AS, ST3120815AS and ST3120215AS,

 

 

 

 

 

ST380815AS, ST380215AS, ST340815AS and ST340215AS

 

365 grams (0.805 lbs)

 

 

 

Cache buffer

 

 

 

ST3750640AS, ST3500630AS, ST3400620AS, ST3320620AS,

 

16 Mbytes (16,384 kbytes)

 

ST3300620AS, ST3250620AS and ST3250410AS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ST3750840AS, ST3500830AS, ST3400820AS, ST3320820AS,

 

 

 

ST3300820AS, ST3250820AS, ST3250310AS, ST3200820AS,

 

8 Mbytes (8,192 kbytes)

 

ST3160815AS, ST3160310AS, ST3120815AS, ST380815AS

 

 

 

 

 

and ST340815AS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ST3160215AS, ST3120215AS, ST380215AS and ST340215AS

 

2 Mbytes (2,048 kbytes)

 

 

 

 

28

Barracuda 7200.10 Serial ATA Product Manual, Rev. K

Page 34
Image 34
Seagate ST3400820AS, ST3120215AS, ST3120815AS, ST3160815AS, ST3160215AS, ST3250310AS, ST3200820AS manual Physical characteristics

ST3200820AS, ST3300820AS, ST3300620AS, ST3500641ASRK, ST3400820AS specifications

The Seagate ST3250310AS and ST3250410AS are notable hard drives that belong to the Barracuda series, known for their value and performance in the consumer and business sectors. These drives, featuring SATA interface technology, are especially popular among users seeking reliable storage solutions for desktops and personal computers.

The ST3250310AS model comes with a storage capacity of 250 GB, while the ST3250410AS offers an increased capacity of 400 GB. Both models are designed with a standard 3.5-inch form factor, making them compatible with most PC enclosures. The drives are equipped with a 7200 RPM rotational speed, which provides enhanced data access times and improved overall performance compared to slower drives.

One of the key features of these devices is their utilization of the SATA 3.0 interface, allowing for data transfer rates of up to 3 Gbps. This interface enhances the drive's performance when paired with compatible motherboards and systems. Additionally, the drives are equipped with a 16 MB buffer, which assists in improving the efficiency of the read and write operations, particularly during tasks that require frequent data access.

Seagate's Advanced Format technology is another characteristic of the ST3250310AS and ST3250410AS. This technology uses larger sector sizes, which allows for more efficient storage of data, resulting in increased capacity and potentially improved reliability. Furthermore, the drives come with a mean time between failures (MTBF) rating of about 1,000,000 hours, signifying their robust build quality designed for durability in varied computing environments.

The hard drives also leverage Seagate's SmartAlign technology, facilitating the drive's operation with Advanced Format hard drives seamlessly. The drives are compatible with various operating systems and are particularly suited for applications requiring high data availability and fast retrieval, such as gaming and media storage.

In summary, the Seagate ST3250310AS and ST3250410AS hard drives are solid options for users looking for dependable, high-performance storage solutions. Their blend of reliability, speed, and efficiency makes them suitable for a variety of applications, from personal computing to small business use. With their combination of advanced technologies and user-friendly characteristics, these drives stand out as capable choices for enhancing computer storage capabilities.