ST3000DM008-2DM166
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ST3000DM008-2DM16630014311961901.621.286.412.93
ST3000DM008-2DM16630013811751591.470.93
ST3000DM008-2DM16630013191511390.860.9418.424.28
ST3000DM008-2DM16630012981461250.660.6816.425.34
ST3000DM008-2DM1663001291165901.390.9113.783.39
ST3000DM008-2DM1663001290168941.190.378.6611.09
ST3000DM008-2DM16650011764360.620.9713.013.93
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The measurement of the ST3000DM008-2DM166 was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the ST3000DM008-2DM166 under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the ST3000DM008-2DM166 should be used.
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The ST3000DM008-2DM166 is a hard drive from Seagate that belongs to the Barracuda series. This series is known for its high capacity, good performance and versatility that makes it suitable for a wide range of applications. Here is the detailed information about this model:

Description


The ST3000DM008-2DM166 is a 3TB hard drive designed for desktop computers, NAS (Network Attached Storage) and other storage applications. It offers a good balance between capacity, performance and price and is a popular choice for users who need a lot of storage space.

Technical details


- Capacity: 3 TB (terabytes) – Provides extensive storage for operating systems, applications, large media files such as videos, music and personal data.
- Form Factor: 3.5 inch – standard form factor for desktop hard drives and some external enclosures.
- Interface: SATA III (6 Gb/s) – Also known as SATA 3.0, this interface enables data transfer rates of up to 6 Gb/s and is backwards compatible with SATA II (3 Gb/s) and SATA I (1.5 Gb/s).
- Cache memory: 256 MB – The large cache memory helps make frequently used data quickly available and improves the overall performance of the hard drive.
- Rotational speed: 7200 RPM (Revolutions Per Minute) – This speed ensures fast data access times and overall good performance in read and write operations.
- Average Access Time: Approximately 8.5 ms – This time indicates how long it takes on average for the hard drive to access stored data.
- MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): Approximately 600,000 hours – This metric provides an estimate of the average time between failures and reflects the reliability of the hard drive.

Features


- High Capacity: With 3 TB, this hard drive offers plenty of storage space for large amounts of data, making it ideal for data-intensive applications.
- Good performance: The 7200 RPM rotation speed and the large 256 MB cache ensure good performance in data transfer and access.
- Energy Efficiency: The hard drive is designed with energy efficiency in mind, resulting in lower power consumption and better energy efficiency.
- Silent Operation: The hard drive is designed to operate quietly, which contributes to reduced noise levels.
- Flexible design: The design of the hard drive allows for wide compatibility with different systems and applications.

Areas of application


- Desktop computers: Ideal for desktop PCs where additional storage capacity is needed for operating systems, applications and personal data.
- NAS systems: Suitable for NAS devices that require high capacity for storing and sharing data in a network.
- Backup Solutions: Can be used as a backup drive to back up important data and ensure data security.
- Data archiving: Due to its large capacity, it is also suitable for long-term data archiving.
- Gaming: Ideal for gaming PCs that require large game installations and save games.

Security aspects


- Regular backups: Despite the high reliability of hard drives, regular backups of important data should be performed to avoid data loss in the event of failures or other problems.
- Monitoring and Maintenance: The hard drive should be checked regularly for its health, especially during heavy use or if there are signs of possible problems.

In summary, the Seagate ST3000DM008-2DM166 offers a powerful and cost-effective storage solution that offers high capacity and good performance. It is particularly well suited for desktop computers, NAS systems and other applications that require large storage space and reliable performance.
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ST3000DM008-2DM166 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 ST3000DM008-2DM166.

The ST3000DM008-2DM166 is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the ST3000DM008-2DM166 regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.




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