Maxtor DiamondMax Plus9 60/80/120/160/200GB AT
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Chapter 2
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
This chapter summarizes the general functions and key features of the
DiamondMax Plus9 60/80/120/160/200GB AT hard disk drives, as well
as the applicable standards and regulations.
2.1
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Maxtor’s DiamondMax Plus9 hard disk drives are part of a family of high
performance, 1-inch-high hard disk drives manufactured to meet the
highest product quality standards.
These hard disk drives use nonremovable, 3 1/2-inch hard disks and
are available with the ATA interface.
The DiamondMax Plus9 60/80/120/160/200GB AT hard disk drives
feature an embedded hard disk drive controller, and use ATA commands
to optimize system performance. Because the drive manages media
defects and error recovery internally, these operations are fully
transparent to the user.
The innovative design of the Maxtor DiamondMax Plus9 hard disk drives
incorporate leading edge technologies such as Ultra ATA/133, Serial ATA
Option with transfer speeds up to 150 MB/second, Advanced Cache
Management, Shock Protection System™ (SPS), Data Protection System
(DPS) and Quiet Drive Technology (QDT). These enhanced technologies
enable Maxtor to produce a family of high-performance, high-reliability
drives.
2.2
KEY FEATURES
The DiamondMax Plus9 60/80/120/160/200GB AT hard disk drives
include the following key features:
General
• Low profile, 1-inch height
• Industry standard 3 1/2-inch form factor
• Emulation of IBM
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PC AT
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task file register, and all AT fixed disk
commands
• Windows NT and 9X Certification