ST315003 41AS SATA Disk Device
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| ST315003 41AS SATA Disk Device | 1500 | 256 | 116 | 104 | 0.85 | 1.18 | 8.38 | 3.41 |
| ST315003 41AS SATA Disk Device | 1500 | 209 | 94 | 82 | 0.63 | 1.07 | 11.75 | 3.42 |
The measurement of the ST315003 41AS SATA Disk Device was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the ST315003 41AS SATA Disk Device under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the ST315003 41AS SATA Disk Device should be used.
The ST31500341AS is a SATA hard disk drive (HDD) from Seagate designed for general storage applications in desktop computers and servers. The following description provides a detailed overview of the technical details, features and application areas of this hard drive.
1. Description
The ST31500341AS is a model from the Seagate Barracuda series and offers a storage capacity of 1.5 TB. It uses the SATA interface to provide reliable and high storage capacity for general storage needs. This hard drive is suitable for applications that require a large amount of storage space but do not have extremely high speed requirements like SSDs.
2. Technical details
- Form factor:
- Type: 3.5 inch
- Dimensions: Approximately 101.6 mm x 147 mm x 26.1 mm
- The 3.5-inch form factor is standard for desktop PCs and some external enclosures and servers.
- Interface:
- Interface type: SATA II (3 Gb/s)
- Maximum bandwidth: Up to 300 MB/s
- The SATA II interface offers a good balance between performance and cost, although newer hard drive models often use SATA III (6 Gb/s).
- Capacity:
- Total capacity: 1.5 TB (terabytes)
- This capacity is ideal for large-scale data storage, from operating systems to large data collections.
- Perfomance:
- Speed: 7200 rpm
- Cache: 32 MB
- Average access time: About 8.5 ms
- The 7200 RPM speed provides solid performance compared to slower 5400 RPM hard drives and offers better access speed and data transfer rate.
- NAND-Flash-Typ:
- Type: None, as it is a traditional HDD.
- Error correction and data integrity:
- ECC (Error-Correcting Code): Available to improve data integrity and reliability.
- Operating conditions:
- Operating temperature: Typically between 5°C and 60°C
- Humidity: 5% to 95% relative humidity (non-condensing)
- Power consumption:
- Operating current: Approximately 6-8 W
- No-load current: Approximately 5 W
- These values ​​may vary depending on model and usage, but are typical for hard drives in this category.
- Noise level:
- Operating noise: Approximately 2.9 Bel (dB)
- Guarantee:
- Warranty: Typically 1-3 years manufacturer warranty, depending on region and dealer.
3. Functions
- High storage capacity:
- With 1.5 TB, the hard drive offers plenty of storage space for operating systems, programs, multimedia files and other data.
- Good performance:
- The 7200 RPM speed provides better performance compared to 5400 RPM hard drives, ideal for general computer applications.
- Energy efficiency:
- The hard drive is optimized for adequate energy efficiency to minimize power consumption, which is especially beneficial in desktop PCs.
- Data integrity:
- Support for ECC to improve data integrity and reduce the likelihood of data errors.
4. Areas of application
- Desktop-Computer:
- Ideal for use in desktop PCs to store operating systems, programs and general data.
- Server:
- Suitable for smaller server applications where a large amount of storage capacity is required but extremely high data transfer rates are not needed.
- Data storage:
- Useful for storing large amounts of data such as videos, photos and backups.
- Gaming-PCs:
- Provides ample storage for large game libraries and multimedia content, although SSDs are preferred for faster loading times.
- External hard drive enclosures:
- Can be used in external hard drive enclosures to create portable storage solutions.
5. Installation and use
- Installation:
- Physical Installation: Insert the hard drive into an available 3.5" bay on your desktop PC or server and secure it with screws. Connect the SATA data and power cables.
- Software: The hard drive is automatically recognized by most operating systems. You may need to format it before you can use it.
- Formatting:
- The hard drive may need to be formatted before first use to set it up as usable storage space in your operating system. This can be done through Disk Management in Windows or similar tools in other operating systems.
6. Maintenance and care
- Firmware-Updates:
- To optimize drive performance and reliability, check the Seagate website occasionally for firmware updates.
- Drive diagnostics:
- Use tools like Seagate's SeaTools to monitor hard drive health and run diagnostic tests.
- Datenbackup:
- Regular backups are important to avoid data loss due to hard drive damage or other problems.
Summary
The ST31500341AS is a reliable 1.5 TB SATA hard drive from the Seagate Barracuda series designed for desktop PCs and servers. With a speed of 7200 RPM and a 32 MB cache, it offers solid performance for general storage applications. The high storage capacity makes it ideal for storing large amounts of data, while the error correction function helps improve data integrity. It is a suitable choice for users who need a lot of storage space and want good performance with acceptable power consumption.
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ST315003 41AS SATA 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 ST315003 41AS SATA Disk Device.
The ST315003 41AS SATA Disk Device is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the ST315003 41AS SATA Disk Device regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.