Enhanced Data Access
Enhanced data access refers to the improved speed and efficiency in accessing and retrieving data stored on a hard drive. This term is often used to describe the performance benefits of using a SAS-12GBPS interface, as compared to other types of interfaces such as SATA.
The SAS-12GBPS interface used in the Seagate 4TB 7.2K RPM SAS-12GBPS 256MB Hard Drive (ST4000NM001B) provides enhanced data access by providing a faster and more reliable data transfer rate. This allows for faster data retrieval and improves the overall performance of the hard drive, making it ideal for use in high-demand applications such as servers, data centers, and large-scale storage systems.
The increased data transfer rate of the SAS-12GBPS interface is achieved through the use of a 12GBps bus speed and the ability to support multiple devices on the same bus. This results in improved data access and reduced bottlenecks in the data transfer process.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Maintenance and troubleshooting are important steps in ensuring the longevity and optimal performance of the Seagate 4TB 7.2K RPM SAS-12GBPS 256MB Hard Drive (ST4000NM001B).
Maintenance involves regular checks and cleaning to ensure that the hard drive is functioning properly. This may include checks for physical damage, cleaning the hard drive of dust and debris, and monitoring for unusual sounds or noises.
Troubleshooting is the process of identifying and fixing any issues that may arise with the hard drive. Some common issues that may occur include slow performance, system crashes, and hard drive failures. To troubleshoot these issues, users can run diagnostics tests, check the cables and connections, or reinstall the operating system.
It is important to regularly back up important data and files, as hard drives can experience failures and data loss. In the event of a hard drive failure, users should consider contacting a professional to recover their data.
By regularly maintaining and troubleshooting the Seagate 4TB 7.2K RPM SAS-12GBPS 256MB Hard Drive, users can ensure that the hard drive is functioning optimally and that their data is safe and secure.
Environmental Considerations
Environmental considerations refer to the impact of a technology product on the environment. In the case of the ST4000NM001B Seagate 4TB hard drive, these considerations would include factors such as:
- Energy efficiency: How much energy does the hard drive consume, and what is its impact on electricity usage and carbon emissions?
- Material use and disposal: What materials were used in the manufacture of the hard drive, and what happens to the drive when it reaches end-of-life?
- Noise and vibration: What is the impact of the hard drive's operation on surrounding noise levels, and what vibrations are generated during operation?
By understanding these factors, customers can make informed decisions about their technology purchases, and minimize the impact of their products on the environment.
General Information about this Seagate ST4000NM001B
- Brand Name: Seagate
- Model Number or SKU# ST4000NM001B
- Product Type: Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
- Sub Type: SAS-12GBPS
Technical Information of Seagate 4TB Hard Drive
- Interface: SAS-12GBPS
- Storage Capacity: 4TB
- Drive Dimensions: 3.5 Inch
- Rotational Speed: 7200 RPM
- Buffer: 256 MB
- Max Sustainable Transfer Rate: 236 MBPS
Dimension and Weight
- Width: 4 Inch
- Depth: 5.8 Inch
- Height: 1 Inch
- Weight: 1.52 Lbs
Contact us or ask for live chat/help if you have any questions about the compatibility of this item to ensure the model's matching features with your current system.
The Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) hard drives have become increasingly popular for their increasing use in high-end workstations and servers. These drives are employed in consumer desktops and modern servers for their speed and reliability. Enterprises have made the SAS hard drives their de-facto standard. Now, the 12Gbps speed throws the usefulness of these drives up a notch.
Most professional hosting providers now use SAS 12Gbps hard drives for data production. These drives have proven useful in high input/output operations and critical website functions. Users trust these drives because there is no risk of data loss, corruption, or downtime.
Faster Throughput
SAS 12Gbps drives read, write, and process data within split seconds. The latest 12Gbps disks use the latest RAID hardware technology to offer faster data transfer and recovery rates. They are perfect for sequential data, high workloads, and random IOPS alike.
This function allows them to be best suited for servers that have 100 percent duty cycles. They do not only work with desktops and PCs, but they can read/write data 24/7.
Higher Performance
SAS 12Gbps HDDs have received the utmost attention in the market as a result of their high performance. These performance benefits allow it to be useful for a wide variety of applications. For instance, a SAS 12Gbps connection can support up to four wide lanes per connection.
Connecting JBOD with these SAS drives can support up to 1200MB/s. These high-performance drives do not only help handle large workloads; they also offer cost-effective expansion to an already robust system.
Also, each 12Gbps high-performance SAS drive can offer users a rotational speed of up to 15000 rpm.
They provide a great bandwidth enough to perform efficiently. The robust performance of SAS 12Gbps drives clearly a worthy investment for improved performance of servers and desktops. They provide very large amounts of storage options and are a cost-effective choice for users.
Utmost Flexibility
Flexibility is one of the best benefits of SAS 12Gbps drives. These drives have configured flexibility, which allows them to work perfectly with several devices without modification or changes. Many of them feature a Universal Serial controller for seamless system support.
SAS 12Gbps hard drives can also be partitioned into a storage pool and assigned to servers for work-intensive applications. They are a perfect fit for server systems, including reservation systems, medical imaging, and more!
Only this range of SAS hard drives can provide users with the best worlds of flexibility. This way, allows them to support use with other drives.
Increased Availability
12Gbps SAS-based storage systems have the benefit of dual-port capability. This allows them to provide a redundant path to the drives in case of controller failover. These drives also operate on separate point-to-point connections. That way, it is rare for drive connection loss to affect them.
SAS 12Gbps HDDs are built to handle the rigours of heavy workloads and enterprise use. They also safeguard data integrity, thanks to their ability to comprehensively verify data and correct errors.Warranty
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What is the Manufacturer/Brand Warranty?
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