Description
Product Overview of the Seagate ST3146855LW
The Seagate ST3146855LW Cheetah is a high-performance, 3.5 inch, low-profile hard disk drive with a capacity of 146 Gigabytes (GB). It is designed for use in small computer systems and is equipped with a 68Pin Ultra320 Small Computer System Interface (SCSI) and a 16 MB buffer. The drive is capable of spinning at a speed of 15000 revolutions per minute (RPM), making it a great choice for users who need high-speed data transfer rates and quick access times. In this article, we will discuss the features and specifications of the Seagate ST3146855LW Cheetah in detail.
Storage Capacity
The Seagate ST3146855LW Cheetah hard disk drive has a storage capacity of 146 Gigabytes (GB), making it a suitable choice for users who require a large amount of storage space. The drive can store a variety of data, including photos, videos, documents, and applications.
Spindle Speed
The Seagate ST3146855LW Cheetah hard disk drive has a spindle speed of 15000 revolutions per minute (RPM), which is higher than the average hard disk drive. This high spindle speed makes the drive ideal for users who need fast data transfer rates and quick access times. It is also suitable for applications that require high-performance storage, such as gaming, video editing, and server applications.
Interface
The Seagate ST3146855LW Cheetah hard disk drive is equipped with a 68Pin Ultra320 Small Computer System Interface (SCSI). SCSI is a type of interface that allows a computer to communicate with peripheral devices, such as hard disk drives. The SCSI interface provides a high-speed data transfer rate and is commonly used in high-performance computing systems.
Buffer
The Seagate ST3146855LW Cheetah hard disk drive has a 16 MB buffer. A buffer is a temporary storage area that is used to hold data while it is being transferred to or from the hard disk drive. The buffer helps to improve the performance of the drive by reducing the amount of time it takes to access data.
Form Factor
The Seagate ST3146855LW Cheetah hard disk drive has a 3.5 inch form factor, which is the standard size for desktop computer hard disk drives. The drive is also designed to be low profile, which means that it has a smaller height than most hard disk drives. This makes the drive suitable for use in small computer systems, such as small form factor desktops and workstations.
Reliability
The Seagate ST3146855LW Cheetah hard disk drive is designed to be reliable and durable. It has a Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) of 1.2 million hours, which means that it is expected to operate for a long time without failure. The drive also has a non-recoverable error rate of less than 1 in 10^15 bits read, which ensures that data is stored and retrieved accurately.
Compatibility
The Seagate ST3146855LW Cheetah hard disk drive is compatible with a range of operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and Mac OS. It is also compatible with a variety of server and storage systems, making it a versatile choice for users who require high-performance storage.
Main Information about the Seagate ST3146855LW
- Manufacturer: Seagate
- Part Number or SKU# ST3146855LW
- Product Type: Hard Disk Drive
Performance
- Capacity 146GB
- Interface Type Ultra320 SCSI
- Connector 68 pin HD D-SUB
- SCSI Signaling Type Low Voltage Differential LVD
- Buffer Size 16 MB
- Drive Transfer Rate 320 MBPS External / 150 MBPS internal
- Seek Time 3.5 MS Average / 6.7 MS MAX
- Track-to-Track Seek Time 0.2 MS
- Average Latency 2 MS
- Spindle Speed 15000 RPM
Expansion / Connectivity
- Interfaces 1 x Ultra320 SCSI – 68 pin HD D-SUB HD-68
- Compatible Bays 1 x internal – 3.5 Inches
Dimension and Weight
- Width : 4 Inch
- Depth : 5.8 Inch
- Height : 1 Inch
- Weight : 1.52 LBS
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