Product manual

Maxtor MaXLine Plus II 250GB AT 2-1
Chapter 2
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
This chapter summarizes the general functions and key features of the MaxLine Plus
II 250GB hard disk drive, as well as the applicable standards and regulations.
2.1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Maxtor’s MaxLine Plus II 250GB hard disk drive is 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 MaxLine Plus II 250GB hard disk drive features 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 MaxLine Plus II 250 GB hard disk drive 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 MaXLine Plus II 250GB AT hard disk drive includes 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