In today's world, data storage is a crucial aspect of information technology. Data storage devices come in various forms, from hard disk drives to solid-state drives. One of the popular hard disk drives available in the market is the Seagate ST3000NM003A 3TB 7.2K RPM SAS 12GBPS 256MB Hard Drive. In this article, we will explain in detail what this hard drive is, how it works, and its benefits.
Overview of Seagate ST3000NM003A Hard DriveThe Seagate ST3000NM003A is a 3TB hard disk drive that is designed for high-end enterprise storage systems. It is a 3.5-inch form factor drive that uses a SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface to connect to the server. The hard drive has a spindle speed of 7,200 RPM, which means that it can read and write data faster than a lower RPM hard drive. The hard drive's buffer size is 256MB, which allows it to handle large amounts of data simultaneously.
SAS 12GBPS InterfaceThe SAS interface is a high-speed data transfer interface that provides faster data transfer rates than SATA (Serial ATA) interface. The SAS interface uses a point-to-point connection that allows for faster data transfer rates between the hard drive and the server. The SAS interface is also more reliable and secure than the SATA interface, which makes it ideal for enterprise storage systems.
7.2K RPM Spindle SpeedThe spindle speed of a hard drive refers to how fast the disk platters inside the drive rotate. A higher spindle speed means that the hard drive can read and write data faster. The Seagate ST3000NM003A hard drive has a spindle speed of 7,200 RPM, which is higher than the standard 5,400 RPM of a desktop hard drive. This means that the hard drive can read and write data faster, which is ideal for high-end enterprise storage systems.
256MB Buffer SizeThe buffer size of a hard drive refers to the amount of data that the hard drive can handle simultaneously. The Seagate ST3000NM003A hard drive has a buffer size of 256MB, which means that it can handle large amounts of data at once. This is ideal for enterprise storage systems that require high data transfer rates and large amounts of data to be stored.
Benefits of Seagate ST3000NM003A Hard DriveThere are several benefits of using the Seagate ST3000NM003A hard drive in enterprise storage systems. Some of these benefits include:
- High Performance: The Seagate ST3000NM003A hard drive has a high spindle speed and buffer size, which allows it to read and write data faster. This means that enterprise storage systems can access data quickly and efficiently.
- Reliability: The SAS interface used by the Seagate ST3000NM003A hard drive is more reliable than the SATA interface. This means that the hard drive is less likely to fail, which reduces the risk of data loss.
- Large Storage Capacity: The Seagate ST3000NM003A hard drive has a storage capacity of 3TB, which is ideal for enterprise storage systems that require large amounts of data to be stored.
- Scalability: Enterprise storage systems can be expanded by adding more Seagate ST3000NM003A hard drives. This means that the storage capacity of the system can be increased as needed.
In summary, the Seagate ST3000NM003A 3TB 7.2K RPM SAS 12GBPS 256MB Hard Drive is a high-performance hard drive that is designed for enterprise storage systems. Its high spindle speed, buffer size, and SAS interface make it an ideal choice for
General Information
- Manufacturer: Seagate
- MPN: ST3000NM003A
- Type: Internal Hard Drive (HDD)
- HDD Type: SAS-12GBPS
- SKU: ST3000NM003A
Performance
- Product Type: Internal Hard Drive
- Capacity: 3 TB
- Cache : 256 MB
- Spindle Speed: 7200 RPM
- Average Seek Time : 8.5 MS
Features
- Drive Self Test
- Embedded Servo Design
- Idle Read After Write (IRAW)
- Dedicated Head Load/Unload Zone
- Perpendicular Recording Technology
- No Preventive Maintenance or Adjustments
Dimension and Weight
- Width : 4 Inch
- Depth : 5.8 Inch
- Height : 1 Inch
- Weight : 1.52 Lbs
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