Word

Description

Value

 

 

 

 

Total number of user-addressable LBA sectors available

 

 

(see Section 2.2 for related information)

 

60–61

*Note: The maximum value allowed in this field is: 0FFFFFFFh

0FFFFFFFh*

(268,435,455 sectors, 137 Gbytes). Drives with capacities over 137

 

Gbytes will have 0FFFFFFFh in this field and the actual number of user-

 

 

addressable LBAs specified in words 100-103. This is required for drives

 

 

that support the 48-bit addressing feature.

 

62

Retired

0000H

63

Multiword DMA active and modes supported (see note following this

xx07H

table)

64

Advanced PIO modes supported (modes 3 and 4 supported)

0003H

65

Minimum multiword DMA transfer cycle time per word (120 nsec)

0078H

66

Recommended multiword DMA transfer cycle time per word (120 nsec)

0078H

67

Minimum PIO cycle time without IORDY flow control (240 nsec)

00F0H

68

Minimum PIO cycle time with IORDY flow control (120 nsec)

0078H

69–74

ATA-reserved

0000H

75

Queue depth

0000H

76

Serial ATA capabilities

xxxxH

77

Reserved for future Serial ATA definition

xxxxH

78

Serial ATA features supported

xxxxH

79

Serial ATA features enabled

xxxxH

80

Major version number

003EH

81

Minor version number

0000H

82

Command sets supported

364BH

83

Command sets supported

7C03H

84

Command sets support extension (see note following this table)

4003H See Word 108-111

note. (4003H =

 

 

0100000000000011 binary)

 

 

 

85

Command sets enabled

30xxH

86

Command sets enabled

0001H

87

Command sets enable extension

4000H

88

Ultra DMA support and current mode (see note following this table)

xx3FH

89

Security erase time

0000H

90

Enhanced security erase time

0000H

92

Master password revision code

FFFEH

93

Hardware reset value

xxxxH

95–99

ATA-reserved

0000H

 

Total number of user-addressable LBA sectors available (see Section 2.2

ST3500321CS = 976,773,168

100–103

ST3500422CS = 976,773,168

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

ST3320310CS = 625,142,448

 

the 48-bit addressing feature. Maximum value: 0000FFFFFFFFFFFFh.

ST3320410CS = 625,142,448

 

 

ST3160310CS= 312,581,808

104–107

ATA-reserved

0000H

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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.