3.4Drive mounting

You can mount the drive in any orientation using four screws in the side-mounting holes or four screws in the bottom-mounting holes. See Figure 4 for drive mounting dimensions. Follow these important mounting precau- tions when mounting the drive:

Allow a minimum clearance of 0.030 inches (0.76 mm) around the entire perimeter of the drive for cooling.

Use only 6-32 UNC mounting screws.

The screws should be inserted no more than 0.150 inch (3.81 mm) into the bottom or side mounting holes.

Do not overtighten the mounting screws (maximum torque: 6 inch-lb).

Recommended case temperature measurement location

Figure 4. Mounting dimensions (for 500 GB models)

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Seagate ST3320410CS, ST3320310CS, ST3160310CS, ST3500422CS, ST3500321CS Drive mounting, Mounting dimensions for 500 GB models

ST3320310CS, ST3500321CS, ST3320410CS, ST3160310CS, ST3500422CS specifications

Seagate has long been recognized as a leader in data storage solutions, and their range of hard drives continues to reflect innovation and reliability. Among the notable SATA drives are the Seagate ST3500422CS, ST3160310CS, ST3320410CS, ST3500321CS, and ST3320310CS models, all designed for various consumer and enterprise applications.

The ST3500422CS operates at a capacity of 500GB, combining high performance with energy efficiency. With a spindle speed of 7200 RPM and a 32MB cache, it ensures rapid data access and transfer rates, making it suitable for multimedia storage and gaming applications. This drive incorporates Seagate’s Instant Secure Erase technology, which allows users to securely wipe their data quickly, ensuring privacy and data protection.

Next, the ST3160310CS model offers a storage capacity of 160GB, ideal for smaller applications requiring faster access times. Also spinning at 7200 RPM, it features a similar 8MB cache, ensuring good performance for everyday computing needs. Its compact design makes it suitable for both desktop systems and where space is at a premium.

The ST3320410CS is designed for larger capacity requirements, providing up to 320GB of storage space. This drive features enhanced data integrity with a 16MB cache and a consistent performance level that makes it suitable for both personal computing and lightweight server applications. Its Balancing Act technology optimizes the drive's performance across multiple workloads, extending its lifespan.

The ST3500321CS provides users with 500GB of storage, similar to the ST3500422CS but with a focus on data reliability. Featuring advanced error correction technologies, it diminishes the chance of data loss, making it a great choice for critical applications requiring consistent reliability.

Finally, the ST3320310CS model holds 320GB of storage capacity and shares many characteristics with its counterparts, such as the 7200 RPM speed and strong error correction mechanisms. The drive also utilizes Seagate's Thermal Fly-Height Control technology, which further enhances reliability by adjusting the read/write heads according to the drive's operational temperature.

Overall, these drives exemplify Seagate's commitment to performance, efficiency, and data protection across their various storage solutions. With a range of capacities and features, they cater to diverse user needs while ensuring reliability and speed in data access.