User Manual

Seagate SkyHawk Serial ATA Product Manual, Rev. B 5
www.seagate.com Introduction
1.1 Introduction
This manual describes the functional, mechanical and interface specifications for the following:
Seagate® SkyHawk™ Serial ATA drive models.
These drives provide the following key features:
 256 MB data buffer.
 7200 RPM spindle speed.
 Full-track multiple-sector transfer capability without local processor intervention.
 High instantaneous (burst) data-transfer rates (up to 600MB per second).
 Native Command Queuing with command ordering to increase performance in demanding applications.
 PowerChoice™ for selectable power savings
 Perpendicular recording technology provides the drives with increased areal density.
 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.
 Support for S.M.A.R.T. drive monitoring and reporting.
 Supports latching SATA cables and connectors.
 Top Cover Attached motor for excellent vibration tolerance
 Worldwide Name (WWN) capability uniquely identifies the drive.
NOTE Seagate recommends validating the configuration with the selected HBA/RAID
controller manufacturer to ensure use of full capacity is supported.
Table 1: Models
Standard 512E models
ST14000VX0008
ST12000VX0008
ST10000VX0008