ST2000DM 008-2FR102 SCSI Disk Device
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| ST2000DM 008-2FR102 SCSI Disk Device | 2000 | 229 | 122 | 106 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
The measurement of the ST2000DM 008-2FR102 SCSI Disk Device was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the ST2000DM 008-2FR102 SCSI Disk Device under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the ST2000DM 008-2FR102 SCSI Disk Device should be used.
The ST2000DM008-2FR102 is a hard drive from Seagate, commonly known as Seagate Barracuda ST2000DM008. This hard drive is part of the Barracuda series and is one of the widely used 2 TB hard drives for desktop computers. The hard drive uses the SATA III (SATA 6 Gb/s) interface and is designed for various general storage applications.
Here is a comprehensive description of the ST2000DM008-2FR102, including technical details, features and application areas:
General Description
The Seagate Barracuda ST2000DM008 is a 2 TB (terabyte) HDD (Hard Disk Drive) designed for use in desktop PCs, all-in-one PCs and external enclosures. The hard drive offers a good balance between capacity, performance and cost, making it well suited for general computing applications such as data storage, media playback and backup.
Technical details
Basic features
- Model name: Seagate Barracuda ST2000DM008-2FR102
- Capacity: 2 TB (terabytes)
- Interface: SATA III (Serial ATA 6 Gb/s)
- Form factor: 3.5 inches
- Rotational speed: 7200 rpm (revolutions per minute)
- Cache memory: 256 MB
- Read/write speed:
- Maximum read speed: Up to 200 MB/s
- Maximum write speed: Up to 200 MB/s
- Access time: Average about 8.5 ms
- Transfer rate: Up to 6 Gb/s (600 MB/s)
- MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): About 800,000 hours
- Operating temperature: 0°C up to 60°C
- Storage temperature: -40°C to 70°C
Specific features
- Case size: 3.5 inch standard size for desktop hard drives.
- Acoustics:
- Reading: Approx. 30 dB
- Writing: Approx. 30 dB
- Energy consumption:
- Operating mode: 6-7 W
- Idle mode: 4-5 W
Features
- High capacity: With 2 TB storage capacity, the hard drive offers enough space for a large amount of data, including films, music, documents and games.
- Fast data transfer rates: The SATA III interface and 7200 rpm rotation speed ensure relatively high read and write speeds compared to slower 5400 rpm hard drives.
- Large cache: The 256 MB cache improves performance by caching frequently used data to speed up access to that data.
- Energy Efficiency: The hard drive is optimized to have low energy consumption, which reduces heat generation and energy costs.
- Reliability: The hard drive offers a robust construction with an average lifespan of approximately 800,000 hours, which ensures high reliability in data storage.
Application area
- Desktop PCs: The ST2000DM008 is ideal for desktop PCs where it is used as the primary drive for operating systems, programs and general data storage.
- All-in-One PCs: It can be integrated into All-in-One PCs to provide additional storage capacity for media and programs.
- External Enclosures: The hard drive can also be used in external enclosures to provide additional storage options or backup solutions.
- Backup Solutions: Its large capacity makes the hard drive well suited for backup and archiving purposes to regularly back up important data.
- Multimedia: Ideal for storing media content such as photos, videos and music that is accessed and edited regularly.
Benefits and Challenges
Benefits
- High Capacity: The 2TB capacity provides ample storage for a variety of applications, data and media content.
- Good Performance: With a rotation speed of 7200 RPM and a large cache, the hard drive offers good data transfer rates and fast access times.
- Cost Effectiveness: Compared to SSDs, the HDD offers good value for money per GB of storage space.
- Reliability: The hard drive offers a robust construction and a high durability, making it reliable for long-term applications.
Challenges
- Slower Speed ​​Compared to SSDs: Although the hard drive is relatively fast for an HDD, transfer speeds are still slower than modern SSDs.
- Higher Energy Consumption Compared to SSDs: HDDs consume more energy than SSDs, which can lead to higher running costs and heat generation.
- Mechanical Wear Parts: Because the hard drive contains mechanical parts, it may be more susceptible to physical damage and wear, especially during intensive use or physical impact.
Conclusion
The Seagate Barracuda ST2000DM008-2FR102 is a powerful and cost-effective 2 TB hard drive that features high capacity, fast data transfer rates and reliable performance. It is ideal for desktop PCs, all-in-one PCs, external enclosures and as a backup solution. Despite its slightly lower speed compared to SSDs, it offers a robust and reliable storage solution for users who need large storage space at an affordable price. The ST2000DM008 is a good choice for general storage needs and offers a good balance between capacity and performance.
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ST2000DM 008-2FR102 SCSI Disk Device and the compatible operating systems
Windows Server 2025, 2022, 2019, 2016, ... or 2008 and higher
Windows 12, 11, 10 or Windows 7 and higher
Linux (various distributions)
macOS (from version 10.6)
Please note that the exact functions and areas of application may vary depending on the firmware version and configuration of ST2000DM 008-2FR102 SCSI Disk Device.
The ST2000DM 008-2FR102 SCSI Disk Device is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the ST2000DM 008-2FR102 SCSI Disk Device regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.