Word

Description

Value

 

 

 

100–

Total number of user-addressable LBA sectors available (see Section

ST3750640AS = 1,465,149,168

103

2.2 for related information). These words are required for drives that

ST3750840AS = 1,465,149,168

 

support the 48-bit addressing feature. Maximum value:

ST3500630AS = 976,773,168

 

0000FFFFFFFFFFFFh.

ST3500830AS = 976,773,168

 

 

ST3400620AS = 781,422,768

 

 

ST3400820AS = 781,422,768

 

 

ST3320620AS = 625,142,448

 

 

ST3320820AS = 625,142,448

 

 

ST3300620AS = 586,072,368

 

 

ST3300820AS = 586,072,368

 

 

ST3250620AS = 488,397,168

 

 

ST3250820AS = 488,397,168

 

 

ST3250410AS = 488,397,168

 

 

ST3250310AS = 488,397,168

 

 

ST3200820AS = 390,721,968

 

 

ST3160815AS = 312,581,808

 

 

ST3160310AS = 312,581,808

 

 

ST3160215AS = 312,581,808

 

 

ST3120815AS = 234,441,648

 

 

ST3120215AS = 234,441,648

 

 

ST380815AS = 156,301,488

 

 

ST380215AS = 156,301,488

 

 

ST340815AS = 78,165,360

 

 

ST340215AS = 78,165,360

104–

ATA-reserved

0000H

127

 

 

128

Security status

0001H

129–

Seagate-reserved

xxxxH

159

 

 

160–

ATA-reserved

0000H

254

 

 

255

Integrity word

xxA5H

Note. Advanced Power Management (APM) and Automatic Acoustic Management (AAM) features are not supported

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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.