Before diving deep into the 2KE131-136 Seagate specifics, it's helpful to understand what a Hard Disk Drive is. An HDD is a device used for storing and retrieving digital data. Unlike volatile memory, HDDs retain stored data even when powered off. They function by rapidly rotating disks coated with magnetic material.
The Serial Advanced Technology Attachment (SATA) Explained- Serial Advanced Technology Attachment, abbreviated as SATA, is a computer bus interface that connects host bus adapters to storage devices, including hard drives, optical drives, and solid-state drives.
- Advantages of SATA-6 GBPS The 2KE131-136 Seagate HDD utilizes SATA-6 GBPS technology, which means that it has a maximum data transfer rate of 6 Gigabytes Per Second (GBPS). This allows for swift read and write operations, which is especially useful for transferring large files or running software that requires rapid access to large amounts of data.
- Why 8 Terabytes is Significant One of the standout features of the 2KE131-136 Seagate HDD is its colossal storage capacity of 8 Terabytes (TB). In simpler terms, 1 TB can store approximately 200,000 5-minute songs, 120 HD movies, or 300,000 photos. So, with 8 TB, you can store up to 960 HD movies or a whopping 2.4 million photos! This kind of space is beneficial for businesses, gamers, video editors, or anyone who requires a vast amount of data storage.
- How is Data Stored on the Drive? Data is stored on the drive in binary format, consisting of 1s and 0s. These binary numbers are represented on the drive's disks by tiny magnetic regions that can be polarized in one of two ways, corresponding to a 1 or a 0.
- Understanding RPM in HDDs The term RPM stands for Revolutions Per Minute, which indicates how fast the disks inside the HDD spin. The 2KE131-136 Seagate HDD operates at 7200 RPM, which is among the standard speeds for many modern hard drives.
- Benefits of 7200 RPM A higher RPM generally means faster data access times. So, a drive operating at 7200 RPM will often be quicker in accessing and retrieving data compared to, say, a 5400 RPM drive. This means applications load faster, files are transferred more swiftly, and the computer's overall performance can feel more responsive.
- The Exos name signifies Seagate's enterprise-class HDD series. These drives are designed for high performance and reliability, often used in data centers, enterprise servers, and cloud storage solutions.
- Why Choose Exos? Exos drives, like the 2KE131-136 Seagate HDD, are built for continuous operation, offering high durability and reliability. Their architecture is optimized to handle the rigorous demands of 24/7 data center environments.
- The cache in an HDD, in this case, 256 Megabytes (MB), is a segment of high-speed volatile memory (RAM) that stores frequently accessed data. The main goal of the cache is to speed up data access times and improve the overall performance of the drive.
- Why is Cache Important? Having a larger cache, like the 256 MB found in the 2KE131-136 Seagate HDD, can improve the drive's efficiency. When the system wants to read data, it first checks if that data is in the cache. If it's present, the data can be read directly from the cache, which is much faster than reading it from the disk.
- The 2KE131-136 Seagate HDD is a 3.5 Inch Internal drive. This size has become the industry standard for desktop computers. Being an internal drive means it's installed inside the computer's main unit, directly connected to the motherboard.
- Benefits of 3.5-inch Drives Due to their size, 3.5-inch drives often have a larger storage capacity and can be more cost-effective than their smaller counterparts, like the 2.5-inch drives commonly found in laptops.
In Summary, the 2KE131-136 Seagate HDD, with its SATA-6 GBPS interface, 8 TB storage capacity, 7200 RPM speed, Exos branding, 256 MB cache, and 3.5 Inch size, is a high-performance and reliable storage solution suitable for various applications. Whether for business, personal use, or high-demand tasks like video editing, this drive delivers in terms of both speed and storage.
General Information- Manufacturer: Seagate
- Part Number or SKU# 2KE131-136
- Product Type: SATA-6Gbps 8TB 7200rpm
- Product Name: Hard Disk Drive
- Hyperscale and Cloud Data Centers
- Massive Scale-out Data Centers
- OLTP and HPC Applications
- High-Capacity RAID Storage
- Mainstream Enterprise Storage Arrays
- Distributed File Systems like Hadoop and Ceph
- Enterprise Backup and Restore (D2D, Virtual Tape)
- Centralized Surveillance Systems
- Enclosure: Internal
- Bytes per Sector: 512E
- Drive Size: 3.5 inches
- MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): 2 million hours
- Humidity Sensor: Available
- Super Parity: Available
- Low Halogen Material: Available
- PowerChoice™ Technology: Available
- Advanced Write Caching: 2M Internal NOR Flash
- Access Speed: 6.0 Gb/s, 3.0 Gb/s, 1.5 Gb/s
- Max Transfer Rate: 249 Mbps
- Average Latency: 4.16 ms
- Interface Ports: Single
- Vibration at 1500 Hz: 12.5 rad/s²
- Buffer Memory: 256 MB
- Speed: 7200 RPM
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