Seagate SkyHawk Product Manual, Rev. B
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1.0 Introduction
This manual describes the functional, mechanical and interface specifications for the following: Seagate® SkyHawk
TM
model drives:
These drives provide the following key features:
• 24x7 capability
• Balance technology to support multiple drives in a system
• Compliant with RoHS requirements in China and Europe
• Full-track multiple-sector transfer capability without local processor intervention
• Low activity and idle power
• Low-RPM spindle speed
• Native Command Queuing with command ordering to increase performance in demanding applications
• Off-the-shelf compatibility
• Performance-tuned for RAID applications
• Rated for 1M hours MTBF
• SeaTools diagnostic software performs a drive self-test that eliminates unnecessary drive returns.
• State-of-the-art cache and on-the-fly error-correction algorithms
• Streaming video optimization - consistent command completion times & ERC support
• Support for S.M.A.R.T. drive monitoring and reporting
• Supports ATA8 streaming commands
• Supports latching SATA cables and connectors
• TGMR recording technology provides the drives with increased areal density.
• Worldwide Name (WWN) capability uniquely identifies the drive
ST8000VX0022
ST6000VX0023
ST4000VX007
ST3000VX010
ST2000VX008
ST1000VX005
