Seagate ST9146803SS, ST9300603SS, ST9300503SS, ST9300403SS Standard features, Media description

Models: ST9146803SS ST9300603SS ST9300503SS ST9146603SS ST9146703SS ST9300403SS

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4.1Standard features

4.1Standard features

Savvio® 10K.3 SAS drives have the following standard features:

1.5 / 3 / 6 Gbit Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) interface

Integrated dual port SAS controller supporting the SCSI protocol

Support for SAS expanders and fanout adapters

Firmware downloadable using the SAS interface

128 - deep task set (queue)

Supports up to 32 initiators

Jumperless configuration

User-selectable logical block size (512, 520, or 528 bytes per logical block)

Industry standard SFF 2.5-inch dimensions

Programmable logical block reallocation scheme

Flawed logical block reallocation at format time

Programmable auto write and read reallocation

Reallocation of defects on command (Post Format)

ECC maximum burst correction length of 520 bits

No preventive maintenance or adjustments required

Dedicated head landing zone and automatic shipping lock

Embedded servo design

Self diagnostics performed when power is applied to the drive

Zone bit recording (ZBR)

Vertical, horizontal, or top down mounting

Dynamic spindle brake

16 Mbyte data buffer (see Section 5.5)

Drive Self Test (DST)

Background Media Scan (BMS)

Idle Read After Write (IRAW)

Power Save

Savvio® 10K.3 SAS Self-Encrypting Drive models have the following additional features:

Automatic data encryption/decryption

Controlled access

Random number generator

Drive locking

16 independent data bands

Cryptographic erase of user data for a drive that will be repurposed or scrapped

Authenticated firmware download

4.2Media description

The media used on the drive has an aluminum substrate coated with a thin film magnetic material, overcoated with a proprietary protective layer for improved durability and environmental protection.

Savvio 10K.3 SAS Product Manual, Rev. G

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Seagate ST9146803SS, ST9300603SS, ST9300503SS, ST9300403SS, ST9146703SS, ST9146603SS manual Standard features, Media description