Description
Product Details of 300GB Hard Drive
The Maxtor 5A300J0 is a hard drive produced by Maxtor, a subsidiary of Seagate Technology. It is a 3.5-inch hard drive with a storage capacity of 300GB, and it uses the EIDE/ATA-133 interface. In this article, we will explain the technical specifications and features of the Maxtor 5A300J0 hard drive.
Storage Capacity and Speed
The Maxtor 5A300J0 has a storage capacity of 300GB. This means that it can store up to 300 billion bytes of data. This capacity is suitable for personal and professional use. For example, it can be used to store photos, videos, documents, and other data.
The rotational speed of the Maxtor 5A300J0 is 5400RPM, which stands for revolutions per minute. This speed determines how fast the hard drive can read and write data. A higher RPM means that the hard drive can access data faster. However, a higher RPM also generates more heat and noise. The 5400RPM of the Maxtor 5A300J0 strikes a balance between speed and noise/heat levels.
Buffer and Interface
The Maxtor 5A300J0 has a 2MB buffer, which is also known as a cache. The buffer is a temporary storage area that holds frequently accessed data. When a file is accessed, the hard drive checks the buffer first to see if the file is already there. If it is, the hard drive can access the file faster since it does not have to read it from the disk. The larger the buffer, the more data it can hold, and the faster the hard drive can access frequently accessed data.
The Maxtor 5A300J0 uses the EIDE/ATA-133 interface. EIDE stands for Enhanced Integrated Drive Electronics, and ATA stands for Advanced Technology Attachment. The ATA-133 refers to the maximum data transfer rate of the interface, which is 133 MB/s. This interface is compatible with older motherboards and computers that do not have newer interfaces such as SATA.
Reliability and Heat Levels
The Maxtor 5A300J0 has a Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) of 1 million hours. MTBF is a statistical measure of the expected lifespan of a hard drive. A higher MTBF indicates a more reliable hard drive. The MTBF of 1 million hours means that the hard drive is expected to work for approximately 114 years if it is used continuously.
The Maxtor 5A300J0 generates some noise and heat during operation. The noise level is around 30 decibels, which is relatively quiet. The heat level is around 40 degrees Celsius, which is within the normal operating temperature range for a hard drive. It is important to ensure that the hard drive is properly ventilated to avoid overheating.
Compatibility
The Maxtor 5A300J0 is compatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems. It can be used as the primary or secondary hard drive in a computer system. It is also compatible with most desktop computers and some server systems.
Summary, the Maxtor 5A300J0 is a hard drive with a storage capacity of 300GB, a rotational speed of 5400RPM, a 2MB buffer, and an EIDE/ATA-133 interface. It is compatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems and can be used as the primary or secondary hard drive in a computer system. The hard drive generates some noise and heat during operation but is relatively quiet and within the normal operating temperature range. Its MTBF of 1 million hours indicates that it is a reliable hard drive.
General Information
- Manufacturer: Maxtor
- Model Number or SKU# 5A300J0
- Product Type: Hard Disk Drive
Technical Information
- Storage Capacity: 300 GB
- Interface: ATA-133
- Form Factor: 3.5 Inch
Performance
- Drive Transfer Rate: 133 MBPS (External)
- Internal Data Rate: 44 MBPS
- Seek Time: 10 MS (Average)
- Rotational Speed: 5400 RPM
- Buffer Size: 2 MB
Product Dimensions & Weight
- Width: 4 Inch
- Depth: 5.8 Inch
- Height: 1 Inch
- Weight: 1.52 Lbs
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