Word

Description

Value

 

 

 

108–111

The mandatory value of the world wide name (WWN) for the drive.

Each drive will have a unique

 

NOTE: This field is valid if word 84, bit 8 is set to 1 indicating 64-bit WWN

value.

 

support.

 

 

 

 

112–127

ATA-reserved

0000H

128

Security status

0001H

129–159

Seagate-reserved

xxxxH

160–254

ATA-reserved

0000H

255

Integrity word

xxA5H

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

Note. See the bit descriptions below for words 63, 84, and 88 of the Identify Drive data..

Description (if bit is set to 1)

 

Bit

Word 63

 

 

 

 

0

Multiword DMA mode 0 is supported.

 

 

 

 

1

Multiword DMA mode 1 is supported.

 

 

 

 

2

Multiword DMA mode 2 is supported.

 

 

 

 

8

Multiword DMA mode 0 is currently active.

 

 

 

 

9

Multiword DMA mode 1 is currently active.

 

 

 

 

10

Multiword DMA mode 2 is currently active.

 

 

 

 

Bit

Word 84

 

 

 

 

0

SMART error loggin is supported.

 

 

 

 

1

SMART self-test is supported.

 

 

 

 

2

Media serial number is supported.

 

 

 

 

3

Media Card Pass Through Command feature set is supported.

 

 

 

 

4

Streaming feature set is supported.

 

 

 

 

5

GPL feature set is supported.

 

 

 

 

6

WRITE DMA FUA EXT and WRITE MULTIPLE FUA EXT commands are supported.

 

 

 

 

7

WRITE DMA QUEUED FUA EXT command is supported.

 

 

 

 

8

64-bit World Wide Name is supported.

 

 

 

 

9-10

Obsolete.

 

 

 

 

11-12

Reserved for TLC.

 

 

 

 

13

IDLE IMMEDIATE command with IUNLOAD faeture is supported.

 

 

 

 

14

Shall be set to 1.

 

 

 

 

15

Shall be cleared to 0.

 

 

 

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Seagate ST3320310CS, ST3160310CS, ST3320410CS, ST3500422CS, ST3500321CS manual Description if bit is set to Bit Word

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.