Description
Product Overview
The Seagate ST31000524AS Barracuda is a high-performance hard disk drive designed for use in desktop computers. With a storage capacity of 1 terabyte (TB), it can store large amounts of data such as documents, music, photos, and videos. In this article, we will take a closer look at its features and specifications.
Storage Capacity
The Seagate ST31000524AS Barracuda has a storage capacity of 1 terabyte (TB). This means that it can store up to 1,000 gigabytes (GB) of data. To put this into perspective, a typical high-definition movie takes up about 5 GB of storage space, so this hard drive can store up to 200 movies.
Rotational Speed
The Seagate ST31000524AS Barracuda has a rotational speed of 7200 revolutions per minute (RPM). This is the speed at which the hard drive spins. The higher the RPM, the faster the hard drive can access and transfer data. A 7200 RPM hard drive is considered to be a high-performance hard drive, making it suitable for demanding applications such as gaming, video editing, and data analysis.
Serial Advanced Technology Attachment (SATA)
The Seagate ST31000524AS Barracuda uses the Serial Advanced Technology Attachment (SATA) interface to connect to a computer’s motherboard. SATA is a popular interface used in modern hard drives because it provides high data transfer speeds and is easy to install. The Seagate ST31000524AS Barracuda uses the SATA 6 Gigabits per second (GBPS) interface, which is the latest version of SATA and provides faster data transfer speeds than previous versions.
Buffer Size
The Seagate ST31000524AS Barracuda has a 32 megabyte (MB) buffer. The buffer is a small amount of memory located on the hard drive that is used to temporarily store data that is being read from or written to the hard drive. The larger the buffer size, the faster the hard drive can access data. A 32 MB buffer is considered to be a large buffer size, making it suitable for high-performance applications.
Form Factor
The Seagate ST31000524AS Barracuda has a 3.5-inch low profile form factor. This means that it is designed to fit in a standard desktop computer case. The low profile form factor means that the hard drive is thinner than a standard hard drive, making it suitable for use in smaller desktop computers or cases where space is limited.
Internal Hard Disk Drive
The Seagate ST31000524AS Barracuda is an internal hard disk drive. This means that it is designed to be installed inside a desktop computer. Internal hard drives are popular because they are easy to install and provide high-performance storage. They are also less prone to damage than external hard drives, which can be bumped or dropped.
Finally, the Seagate ST31000524AS Barracuda is a high-performance hard disk drive designed for use in desktop computers. With a storage capacity of 1 terabyte (TB), a rotational speed of 7200 RPM, a SATA 6 GBPS interface, a 32 MB buffer, and a low profile form factor, it is suitable for demanding applications such as gaming, video editing, and data analysis. If you are looking for a high-performance hard drive for your desktop computer, the Seagate ST31000524AS Barracuda is definitely worth considering.
General Information about the Seagate ST31000524AS
- Manufacturer: Seagate
- Part Number or SKU# ST31000524AS
- Product Type: Hard Disk Drive
- Storage Capacity: 1TB-7.2K RPM
Technical Information of 1TB Hard Disk
- Form Factor: 3.5 Inch x 1/3H
- Interface Type: SATA 6GBPS
- Buffer Size: 32 MB
- Drive Transfer Rate: 600 MBPS (External)
- Seek Time: 8.5 MS (Average)
- Average Latency: 4.16 MS
Dimension and Weight
- Width: 4 Inch
- Depth: 5.8 Inch
- Height: 1 Inch
- Weight: 1.52 LBS
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