Seagate ST980815SB, ST960815SB manual Configuring the drive, Serial ATA cables and connectors

Models: ST9402116SB ST980815SB ST9160821SB ST9100828SB ST9120822SB ST960815SB

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3.2Configuring the drive

Each drive on the Serial ATA interface connects in a point-to-point configuration with the Serial ATA host adapter. There is no master/slave relationship because each drive is considered a master in a point-to-point relationships. If two drives are attached on one Serial ATA host adapter, the host operating system views the two devices as if they were both “masters” on two separate ports. This means both drives behave as if they are Device 0 (master) devices.

Serial ATA drives are designed for easy installation with no jumpers, terminators, or other settings. It is not nec- essary to set any jumpers on this drive for proper operation. The jumper block adjacent to the signal connector is for factory use only.

SATA interface connector

Jumper block SATA power connector (factory use only)

Figure 2. Serial ATA connectors

3.3Serial ATA cables and connectors

The Serial ATA interface cable consists of four conductors in two differential pairs, plus three ground connec- tions. The cable size may be 30 to 26 AWG with a maximum length of one meter (39.37 inches). See Table 6 for connector pin definitions. Either end of the SATA signal cable can be attached to the drive or host.

For direct backplane connection, the drive connectors are inserted directly into the host receptacle. The drive and the host receptacle incorporate features that enable the direct connection to be hot pluggable and blind mateable.

For installations which require cables, you can connect the drive as illustrated in Figure 3.

SATA interface connector

Power connector

SATA interface cable

Power cable

Figure 3. Attaching SATA cabling

Each cable is keyed to ensure correct orientation.

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Seagate ST980815SB, ST960815SB, ST9402116SB, ST9160821SB, ST9120822SB Configuring the drive, Serial ATA cables and connectors

ST9402116SB, ST980815SB, ST9160821SB, ST9100828SB, ST9120822SB specifications

The Seagate ST980815SB, ST9120822SB, ST9402116SB, ST9160821SB, and ST9100828SB are a lineup of popular hard disk drives that cater to various data storage needs, especially in enterprise and server environments. Each model features a combination of cutting-edge technology, performance capabilities, and robust reliability, making them ideal choices for businesses and IT infrastructures.

The ST980815SB, with a capacity of 80GB, was designed to meet the requirements of entry-level servers, workstations, and embedded applications. It operates at a spindle speed of 7200 RPM, ensuring quick access to stored data. This model employs the use of perpendicular magnetic recording technology, which enhances data density and reliability, allowing for increased storage capacity in a compact form factor.

The ST9120822SB offers a larger storage capacity of 120GB, targeting small to mid-sized enterprise applications. Like its smaller counterpart, it operates at 7200 RPM, delivering high transfer rates and low latency, which are critical for data-intensive operations. It includes features such as Native Command Queuing (NCQ) that optimizes the order of read and write commands, enhancing overall performance during multi-tasking operations.

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Lastly, the ST9100828SB rounds out this lineup with its unique balance of performance and capacity, offering 80GB of storage. It also benefits from Seagate's legacy of reliability and comes equipped with a SATA interface, ensuring compatibility with modern systems.

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