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Provides a quick reference for drive specifications across different models, detailing key parameters.
Details the formatted capacity, guaranteed sectors, and bytes per sector for each drive model.
Explains addressing in LBA mode and the consecutive numbering of blocks (sectors).
Lists the default cylinders, read/write heads, and sectors per track for the drives.
Describes the recording method, densities, spindle speed, and transfer rates utilized by the drives.
Details the physical dimensions, weight, and cache size of the drives.
Defines and lists typical seek times (track-to-track and average) and average latency.
Specifies the times for power-on to ready, standby to ready, and ready to spindle stop.
Covers power requirements, consumption, and various operational modes for the drives.
Details power consumption across various modes like Spinup, Idle, Operating, Standby, and Sleep.
Specifies acceptable levels of input noise ripple for 12V and 5V power supplies.
Lists the voltage tolerance requirements for the drives, including noise.
Explains the different power management modes (Active, Idle, Standby, Sleep) and timers.
Outlines environmental operating conditions for the drives, including temperature and humidity.
Specifies operating and non-operating ambient temperature ranges for the drives.
Defines the maximum allowable temperature change per hour for the drives.
Details relative humidity and wet bulb temperature limits for drive operation.
Specifies altitude limits for operating and non-operating conditions.
Defines shock resistance specifications for operating and non-operating conditions.
Outlines vibration resistance specifications for operating and non-operating conditions.
Describes how acoustic sound power levels are measured and lists values for Idle and Seek modes.
Details the drive's performance under various radio frequency environments and tests.
Covers reliability metrics like error rates, failure rate, contact start-stop cycles, and warranty.
Lists safety and electromagnetic compliance certifications for the drives.
Explains compliance with EU directives and regional certifications (Korean RRL, Australian C-Tick).
Discusses FCC compliance for subassemblies and potential radio/television interference.
Details Seagate's commitment to environmental protection and regulations.
Explains compliance with the EU RoHS Directive regarding chemical substances.
Describes resistance to corrosive environments and factors affecting reliability.
Outlines essential precautions for handling the drive to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage.
Explains the purpose of the breather filter hole and precautions against covering or sealing it.
Details jumper configurations for master/slave settings and cable select options.
Describes how to set up master, slave, and non-ATA compatible slave configurations.
Explains how to enable the cable-select feature for master/slave determination.
Specifies the requirement for an 80-conductor cable for Ultra DMA modes.
Provides instructions and precautions for mounting the drive, including screw types and torque.
Summarizes ATA interface signals and connector pin assignments.
Lists the standard ATA commands supported by the drives.
Explains the Identify Device command and the information it transfers about the drive.
Describes how the Set Features command controls drive features like cache and transfer modes.
Details S.M.A.R.T. commands for drive failure prediction and monitoring.
Lists Seagate's websites for product information, support, and downloads.
Describes the mySeagate portal for OEMs and distributors for account management.
Explains the spp.seagate.com portal for resellers with product and program information.
Details how to contact Presales and Technical Support staff for assistance.
Information on contacting Presales Support for product selection and availability.
Details on how to get technical assistance via call centers.
Information on warranty service and contacting CSO representatives.
Information on Seagate's data recovery services and contact details.
Contact numbers for presales, technical, and warranty support in Europe.
Toll-free numbers for presales and technical support by country in Europe.
Contact numbers for presales, technical, and warranty support in the Asia/Pacific region.
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