ST31000524AS ATA Device
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| ST31000524AS ATA Device | 1000 | 287 | 126 | 118 | 0.84 | 0.93 | 5.41 | 3.26 |
| ST31000524AS ATA Device | 1000 | 278 | 121 | 119 | 0.70 | 0.71 | 6.54 | 5.63 |
| ST31000524AS ATA Device | 1000 | 234 | 101 | 97 | 0.75 | 1.13 | 7.50 | 3.95 |
| ST31000524AS ATA Device | 1000 | 231 | 110 | 92 | 1.09 | 0.92 | 13.37 | 4.33 |
| ST31000524AS ATA Device | 1000 | 229 | 106 | 93 | 0.72 | 0.93 | 10.08 | 4.92 |
| ST31000524AS ATA Device | 1000 | 225 | 107 | 89 | 0.91 | 0.82 | 9.62 | 4.73 |
| ST31000524AS ATA Device | 1000 | 211 | 78 | 101 | 0.76 | 1.06 | 6.52 | 3.60 |
| ST31000524AS ATA Device | 1000 | 200 | 111 | 89 | 0.00 | 0.00 | ||
| ST31000524AS ATA Device | 1000 | 198 | 90 | 83 | 0.68 | 0.76 | 11.83 | 5.89 |
| ST31000524AS ATA Device | 1000 | 182 | 56 | 92 | 1.16 | 1.11 | 7.82 | 3.85 |
| ST31000524AS ATA Device | 1000 | 163 | 88 | 54 | 0.73 | 0.85 | 11.76 | 5.35 |
| ST31000524AS ATA Device | 1000 | 111 | 54 | 34 | 0.77 | 0.81 | 11.89 | 5.03 |
| ST31000524AS ATA Device | 1000 | 73 | 35 | 26 | 0.53 | 0.55 | 26.71 | 20.00 |
| ST31000524AS ATA Device | 1000 | 71 | 2 | 50 | 0.72 | 0.65 | 15.62 | 7.76 |
| ST31000524AS ATA Device | 1000 | 71 | 2 | 50 | 0.72 | 0.65 | 15.62 | 7.76 |
| ST31000524AS ATA Device | 1000 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 | ||
| ST31000524AS ATA Device | 1000 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
The measurement of the ST31000524AS ATA Device was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the ST31000524AS ATA Device under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the ST31000524AS ATA Device should be used.
The Seagate ST31000524AS is a hard drive from Seagate's Barracuda series designed for desktop PCs and other applications. It offers a combination of high storage capacity and reliable performance. Here is a comprehensive description of the technical details, features and application areas of this hard drive:
Technical Details
1. Capacity:
- 1 Terabyte (TB): The ST31000524AS offers a storage capacity of 1 TB, which provides a large amount of storage space for data, applications and media.
2. Form Factor:
- 3.5 inches: The hard drive has the standard 3.5 inch form factor that is widely used in desktop computers and external enclosures.
3. Interface:
- SATA II (3 Gbps): The hard drive uses the SATA II interface, which supports a maximum data transfer rate of up to 3 Gbps (300 MB/s). This interface is backwards compatible with older SATA versions and will work in most modern computers.
4. Rotational Speed:
- 7200 RPM: The ST31000524AS rotates at 7200 revolutions per minute, which offers a good balance between performance and energy efficiency. This enables faster data access times and higher transfer rates compared to 5400 RPM hard drives.
5. Cache Memory:
- 32 MB: The hard drive is equipped with a 32 MB cache, which helps improve performance by quickly caching frequently accessed data.
6. Data Transfer Rates:
- Maximum Data Rate: Typically up to 140 MB/s for sequential read and write, depending on system configuration and data requirements.
7. Operating Conditions:
- Operating Temperature: The recommended operating temperature is between 0 and 60 °C.
- Storage Temperature: The storage temperature should be between -40 and 70 °C.
8. Power consumption:
- Power consumption during operation: Approximately 8.0 to 10.0 watts.
- Idle power consumption: Approximately 6.0 watts.
9. Lifespan and MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures):
- MTBF: The hard drive has an average lifespan of approximately 750,000 to 1,000,000 hours, making it a reliable choice for long-term use.
10. Error correction and data integrity:
- SMART (Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology): Supports SMART to monitor hard drive health and predict potential failures.
Features
1. High capacity:
- Large storage space: With 1 TB, the ST31000524AS offers ample space for large amounts of data, applications, media, and games.
2. Performance optimization:
- Fast rotation speed: The 7,200 RPM provides good performance for most applications and enables fast data access times.
3. Cache Memory:
- 32 MB Cache: The generous cache helps load frequently used data quickly and improves the overall performance of the hard drive.
4. Energy Efficiency:
- Moderate Power Consumption: The hard drive offers a balance between performance and energy efficiency, which is particularly beneficial in desktop computers.
5. Reliability:
- Error Correction: Support for SMART helps monitor the health of the hard drive and detect potential problems early.
Application Area
1. Desktop Computers:
- Primary Storage: Ideal as the main drive for operating systems, applications and games in desktop PCs.
- Expansion: Can be used as additional storage space for large amounts of data or backups.
2. External Storage Solutions:
- External Enclosures: The ST31000524AS can be used in external enclosures to provide a portable storage solution for backups and data transfer.
3. Smaller Servers and NAS:
- Data Archiving: For smaller servers and NAS systems where a combination of capacity and performance is required.
4. Backup and Archiving:
- Securing Important Data: Suitable for storing and backing up important data and documents.
5. Multimedia Applications:
- Media Storage: Ideal for storing large media files such as movies, music and photos.
Summary
The Seagate ST31000524AS is a 1 TB hard drive in 3.5-inch format that connects via the SATA II interface. With a rotation speed of 7,200 rpm and a 32 MB cache, it offers good performance for a wide range of applications, including desktop computers, external storage solutions and smaller servers. Its high capacity and reliability, supported by technologies such as SMART, make it a solid choice for storing large amounts of data and for use in various scenarios where a combination of performance and storage capacity is required.
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ST31000524AS 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 ST31000524AS ATA Device.
The ST31000524AS ATA Device is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the ST31000524AS ATA Device regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.