ATA COMMAND BLOCK AND SET DESCRIPTION

SSD-DXXX(I)-4300 DATA SHEET

Identify Drive — Drive Attribute Data

Table 33: Identify Drive — Drive Attribute Data

Word

Data Default

Bytes

Data Description

Address

 

 

 

 

0

045Ah

2

General configuration bit information

 

 

 

• 15: Non-magnetic disk

 

 

 

• 14: Formatting speed latency

 

 

 

permissible gap needed

 

 

 

• 13: Track Offset option supported

 

 

 

• 12: Data Strobe Offset option supported

 

 

 

• 11: Over 0.5% rotational speed

 

 

 

difference

 

 

 

• 10: Disk transfer rate > 10Mbps

 

 

 

• 9: 10Mbps >= disk transfer rate > 5Mbps

 

 

 

• 8: 5Mbps >= disk transfer rate

 

 

 

• 7: Removable cartridge drive

 

 

 

• 6: Fixed drive

 

 

 

• 5: Spindle Motor Control option

 

 

 

executed

 

 

 

• 4: Over 15μs changing head time

 

 

 

• 3: Non-MFM encoding

 

 

 

• 2: Soft sector allocation

 

 

 

• 1: Hard sector allocation

 

 

 

• 0: Reserved

 

 

 

 

1

XXXXh

2

Number of cylinders

 

 

 

 

2

0000h

2

Reserved

 

 

 

 

3

00XXh

2

Number of heads

 

 

 

 

4

0000h

2

Number of unformatted bytes per track

 

 

 

 

5

XXXXh

2

Number of unformatted bytes per sector

6

XXXXh

2

Number of sectors per track

 

 

 

 

7-8

XXXXh

4

Number of sectors per device

 

 

 

 

9

0000h

2

Reserved

 

 

 

 

10-19

XXXXh

20

Serial number

 

 

 

 

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SSD-D32G(I)-4300 specifications

The Silicon Image SSD-D32G(I)-4300 is a high-performance solid-state drive designed to meet the needs of both consumer and enterprise users. With a capacity of 32GB, this SSD offers an ideal balance of performance, reliability, and affordability. One of the main features of the SSD-D32G(I)-4300 is its use of advanced NAND flash memory technology, which provides faster data access and improved durability compared to traditional hard disk drives.

This SSD utilizes a SATA III interface, enabling data transfer rates of up to 6 Gbps. This interface ensures that users can experience rapid read and write speeds, making it an excellent choice for tasks requiring quick data retrieval, such as booting operating systems, loading applications, or transferring large files. In real-world usage, users can expect read speeds of up to 520 MB/s and write speeds of roughly 440 MB/s, making it suitable for both everyday computing and more demanding applications.

Another significant characteristic of the SSD-D32G(I)-4300 is its durability and reliability. With no moving parts, this solid-state drive is less susceptible to mechanical failures often associated with traditional HDDs. It features a mean time between failure (MTBF) rating that signifies an impressive lifespan, offering users peace of mind regarding data integrity.

Moreover, the Silicon Image SSD is equipped with various technologies to enhance performance and longevity. Wear leveling ensures even distribution of write and erase cycles across flash memory cells, effectively extending the life of the SSD. Additionally, the drive incorporates error correction code (ECC) technology that detects and corrects data corruption, further safeguarding important information.

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In summary, the Silicon Image SSD-D32G(I)-4300 is a versatile and reliable solid-state drive that caters to a range of needs. With its fast data transfer speeds, advanced technologies, and durable construction, it represents an excellent choice for users looking to upgrade their storage solution. Whether for enhancing computing efficiency or increasing overall system performance, this SSD is ready to deliver.
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