ST3000DM001-9YN166 ATA Device
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| ST3000DM001-9YN166 ATA Device | 3001 | 401 | 184 | 175 | 0.85 | 1.41 | 4.82 | 2.83 |
| ST3000DM001-9YN166 ATA Device | 3001 | 347 | 170 | 144 | 0.82 | 1.20 | 9.01 | 3.68 |
| ST3000DM001-9YN166 ATA Device | 3001 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
The measurement of the ST3000DM001-9YN166 ATA Device was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the ST3000DM001-9YN166 ATA Device under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the ST3000DM001-9YN166 ATA Device should be used.
The ST3000DM001-9YN166 is an internal hard drive from Seagate that belongs to the Barracuda series. This series is designed for desktop PCs and offers a combination of high storage capacity and reliable performance. Here is a detailed description of the technical details, features and application areas of this hard drive:
Technical details
1. Capacity:
- 3 Terabytes (TB): The hard drive offers a storage capacity of 3 TB, which provides enough space for large amounts of data, operating systems, applications and media content.
2. Form factor:
- 3.5 inch: The hard drive uses the 3.5 inch form factor, which is the standard for internal hard drives in desktop PCs. This larger form factor allows for higher capacity and performance.
3. Interface:
- SATA III (6 Gbit/s): The hard drive is equipped with the SATA III interface, which enables data transfer rates of up to 6 Gbit/s (600 MB/s). It is backwards compatible with SATA II (3 Gbit/s) and SATA I (1.5 Gbit/s).
4. Cache memory:
- 64 MB: The hard drive is equipped with a 64 MB cache, which improves performance by providing faster access to frequently used data and optimizing the data transfer rate.
5. Speed:
- 7200 RPM: The hard drive rotates at 7200 RPM, which provides fast data transfer and performance, especially when compared to 5400 RPM hard drives.
6. Search time:
- Average seek time: Typically, the average seek time is around 8-9 ms, which indicates the time it takes for the read head to access the required data.
7. Power consumption:
- Operation: About 6-7 watts
- Idle: About 5 watts
8. Operating and storage temperature:
- Operating temperature: 0°C to 60°C
- Storage temperature: -40°C to 70°C
9. MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures):
- Approximately 700,000 to 1,000,000 hours, depending on operating conditions.
10. Noise level:
- Average: About 30-35 dB(A), which is relatively quiet for a 7200 RPM hard drive.
Features
1. High storage capacity:
- Extended storage: With 3 TB, the hard drive offers enough space for large amounts of data, media content and system applications.
2. Fast data transfer:
- 7200 RPM and SATA III: The combination of 7200 RPM speed and SATA III interface ensures high data transfer rates, which improves system performance and responsiveness.
3. Large cache memory:
- 64 MB Cache: The large cache memory helps optimize data transfer rates and reduce access times by quickly providing frequently used data.
4. Energy efficiency:
- Low idle power consumption: The hard drive has a relatively low idle power consumption, which contributes to the energy efficiency of the system.
5. Reliability:
- High MTBF: The hard drive is designed for high reliability and offers a long lifespan and low failure rates.
Areas of application
1. Desktop-PCs:
- Main or additional drive: The hard drive is ideal as a main drive for desktop PCs or as additional storage space for large amounts of data.
2. Home office and small offices:
- Data Management: Perfect for storing documents, databases, applications and multimedia content in home office or office applications.
3. Media centers:
- Media Content Storage: Large capacity is ideal for storing and managing music, videos and other media files.
4. Backup solutions:
- Data backup: The hard drive can be used as a backup solution for important data and system images.
5. Games and Applications:
- Game Storage: The high capacity and fast data transfer make it ideal for storing large games and applications.
Conclusion
The ST3000DM001-9YN166 from Seagate is a high-performance 3.5-inch hard drive with a capacity of 3 TB and a rotation speed of 7200 rpm. It offers high data transfer rates thanks to the SATA III interface and a generous 64 MB cache. Its combination of large capacity, fast performance and reliable operation makes it an excellent choice for desktop PCs, home office environments, media centers and backup solutions. The hard drive offers a good balance between capacity, performance and energy efficiency and is suitable for a wide range of storage needs.
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ST3000DM001-9YN166 ATA 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 ST3000DM001-9YN166 ATA Device.
The ST3000DM001-9YN166 ATA Device is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the ST3000DM001-9YN166 ATA Device regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.