Note. See the bit descriptions below for words 63, 88, 93 and 94 of the Identify Drive data:

Description (if bit is set to 1)

Bit

Word 63

0Multiword DMA mode 0 is supported.

1Multiword DMA mode 1 is supported.

2Multiword DMA mode 2 is supported.

8Multiword DMA mode 0 is currently active.

9Multiword DMA mode 1 is currently active.

10Multiword DMA mode 2 is currently active.

Bit

Word 88

0Ultra DMA mode 0 is supported.

1Ultra DMA mode 1 is supported.

2Ultra DMA mode 2 is supported.

3Ultra DMA mode 3 is supported.

4Ultra DMA mode 4 is supported.

5Ultra DMA mode 5 is supported

6Ultra DMA mode 6 is supported

8Ultra DMA mode 0 is currently active.

9Ultra DMA mode 1 is currently active.

10Ultra DMA mode 2 is currently active.

11Ultra DMA mode 3 is currently active.

12Ultra DMA mode 4 is currently active.

13Ultra DMA mode 5 is currently active.

14Ultra DMA mode 6 is currently active.

Bit

Word 93

131 = 80-conductor cable detected, CBLID above VIH 0 = 40-conductor cable detected, CBLID below VIL

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Seagate ST9640423ASG, ST9750422AS, ST9750424AS, ST9750423ASG, ST9750420ASG, ST9640422AS Description if bit is set to Bit

ST9500428AS, ST9640422AS, ST9750423ASG, ST9750420AS, ST9750420ASG specifications

The Seagate ST9750422AS, ST9750423AS, ST9500423ASG, ST9640423ASG, and ST9500423AS are part of Seagate's popular lineup of SATA hard drives designed for consumer and enterprise applications. These drives are recognized for their reliability, performance, and advanced technologies, making them suitable for a variety of storage needs.

The ST9750422AS and ST9750423AS models are 7200 RPM drives with a storage capacity of 750 GB, while the ST9500423ASG and ST9640423ASG offer different capacities and characteristics tailored for specific uses. The ST9500423ASG typically features a 500 GB capacity, while the ST9640423ASG is often found with 640 GB of storage space. These drives support the Serial ATA interface, ensuring high-speed data transfer rates and compatibility with a broad range of host systems.

All drives in this series feature a robust 32 MB cache that enhances performance by allowing faster access to frequently used data. This cache is critical, especially for read/write operations that require rapid data retrieval, making these models well-suited for tasks ranging from simple home computing to more intensive applications such as gaming and multimedia editing.

The ST9750422AS and ST9750423AS models are built with technologies such as Advanced Format, which improves storage capacity and enhances error correction. Additionally, these drives employ Seagate's PowerBalance and PowerFin technologies, enabling efficient power management without compromising performance.

Reliability is a core characteristic of the Seagate ST9XXX series, featuring a mean time between failures (MTBF) of over a million hours, which translates to increased system uptime and reduced potential for data loss. The drives also include features such as Native Command Queuing (NCQ), which optimizes the processing of multiple read/write commands, further boosting performance during heavy workloads.

In conclusion, the Seagate ST9750422AS, ST9750423AS, ST9500423ASG, ST9640423ASG, and ST9500423AS hard drives represent a blend of speed, reliability, and advanced technology, making them an excellent choice for users looking for dependable storage solutions. Whether for a home PC or an enterprise server, these drives continue to deliver outstanding performance and value in a competitive market.