Table 1:

Specifications

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Drive specification

ST9120821A

ST9100824A

ST98823A

ST96812A

ST94813A

ST93811A

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Service life

 

5 years

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5 years on distribution units.

 

 

 

 

 

To determine the warranty for a specific drive, use a web browser to access the following web page:

Warranty

 

www.seagate.com/support/service/

 

 

 

 

From this page, click on the “Verify Your Warranty” link. You will be asked to provide the drive serial

 

 

 

 

number, model number (or part number) and country of purchase. The system will display the war-

 

 

ranty information for your drive.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

*During periods of drive idle, some offline activity may occur, according to the S.M.A.R.T. specification, which may increase acoustic and power to operational levels.

**Typical notebooks will pull power to the drive when entering S3 and S4; while in the S3 and S4 states, drive sleep and drive standby modes will not contribute to battery power consumption.

2.2Formatted capacity

Model

Formatted capacity

Guaranteed sectors

Bytes per sector

 

 

 

 

ST9120821A

120 Gbytes

234,441,648

512

 

 

 

 

ST9100824A

100 Gbytes

195,371,568

512

 

 

 

 

ST98823A

80 Gbytes

156,301,488

512

 

 

 

 

ST96812A

60 Gbytes

117,210,240

512

 

 

 

 

ST94813A

40 Gbytes

78,140,160

512

 

 

 

 

ST93811A

30 Gbytes

58,605,120

512

 

 

 

 

2.3Default logical geometry

Cylinders

Read/write heads

Sectors per track

 

 

 

16,383

16

63

 

 

 

LBA mode

When addressing these drives in LBA mode, all blocks (sectors) are consecutively numbered from 0 to n–1,where n is the number of guaranteed sectors as defined above.

2.4Physical organization

Model

Read/write heads

Number of discs

 

 

 

ST9120821A

4

2

 

 

 

ST9100824A

4

2

 

 

 

ST98823A

3

2

 

 

 

ST96812A

2

1

 

 

 

ST94813A

2

1

 

 

 

ST93811A

1

1

 

 

 

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Seagate ST9100824A, ST98823A, ST96812A manual Formatted capacity, Default logical geometry, Physical organization, LBA mode

ST9120821A, ST98823A, ST94813A, ST9100824A, ST93811A specifications

The Seagate ST96812A, ST93811A, ST9100824A, ST94813A, and ST98823A are notable hard drive models from Seagate’s extensive lineup, each offering distinct features and technologies suitable for various computing needs. Designed predominantly for desktop and enterprise solutions, these drives showcase Seagate's commitment to performance, reliability, and innovative technology.

Starting with the ST96812A, this drive features a storage capacity of 120 GB and utilizes an ATA interface, making it a popular choice during its time for both personal computing and enterprise applications. It is engineered with a 5400 RPM spindle speed, providing a balance between performance and power efficiency. With its 2 MB cache, the ST96812A enables quick access to frequently used data, facilitating smooth operation for everyday tasks.

The ST93811A, with a capacity of 80 GB, builds on the principles of dependable storage. It also operates at 5400 RPM, ensuring consistent performance for users who rely on dependable access to their stored information. The model’s robust design includes a 2 MB buffer, enhancing data transfer speeds and improving overall system responsiveness.

Next, the ST9100824A offers a significant leap in performance with a 100 GB capacity and superior data management capabilities. This drive integrates features like Advanced Format technology, which optimizes sector size for increased storage efficiency and error correction. The spindle speed retains 7200 RPM, providing faster read and write speeds which cater well to intensive applications such as gaming or video editing.

With a focus on higher storage capacity, the ST94813A holds up to 160 GB. This model is particularly notable for its low power consumption and quiet operation, making it suitable for environments where noise reduction is crucial, such as audio production studios or home media centers. The 7200 RPM speed and enhanced cache improve overall performance for multitasking scenarios.

Lastly, the ST98823A’s 250 GB capacity positions it as a higher-end option within this series. Featuring a spindle speed of 7200 RPM and a considerable cache size, it excels in handling larger files and complex applications. This model is geared towards users seeking a fusion of speed and ample storage for applications ranging from database management to creative production.

In summary, the Seagate ST96812A, ST93811A, ST9100824A, ST94813A, and ST98823A hard drives collectively illustrate Seagate's dedication to providing various storage solutions characterized by performance, efficiency, and technological advancement tailored to meet diverse user demands.