ST320LM001 HN-M320MBB ATA Device
User Benchmarks
Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
ST320LM001 HN-M320MBB ATA Device | 320 | 150 | 70 | 61 | 0.47 | 0.85 | 17.31 | 4.35 |
ST320LM001 HN-M320MBB ATA Device | 320 | 131 | 57 | 54 | 0.52 | 0.63 | 9.38 | 5.47 |
ST320LM001 HN-M320MBB ATA Device | 320 | 113 | 49 | 48 | 0.54 | 0.66 | 13.45 | 7.66 |
The measurement of the ST320LM001 HN-M320MBB ATA Device was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the ST320LM001 HN-M320MBB ATA Device under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the ST320LM001 HN-M320MBB ATA Device should be used.
The ST320LM001 HN-M320MBB is a hard drive from Seagate that is specifically designed for use in laptops and other mobile devices. Here are the comprehensive details about this ATA device:
Basic description
Modell: ST320LM001 HN-M320MBB
Manufacturer: Seagate Technology
Type: Internal Hard Disk Drive
Interface: SATA II (Serial ATA)
Capacity: 320GB
Form factor: 2.5 inches
Speed: 5400 rpm
Technical details
1. Interface:
- SATA II: Also known as SATA 3Gb/s, this interface offers a maximum data transfer rate of up to 3 Gb/s (375 MB/s). This interface is backwards compatible with SATA I (1.5 Gb/s) and enables efficient data transfer between the hard drive and the computer.
2. Capacity:
- 320GB: This capacity provides enough storage for a wide range of applications, including the operating system, software, documents, photos, music and videos. This is especially beneficial for laptops and portable devices where storage space is often limited.
3. Speed:
- 5400 RPM: This speed provides a balance between energy efficiency and performance. It is lower than the 7200 RPM of desktop hard drives, resulting in lower power consumption and longer battery life in mobile devices, but also slightly slower access times.
4. Cache:
- The hard drive is equipped with an 8 MB cache. This cache serves as a fast buffer for frequently used data and can improve the overall performance of the hard drive by speeding up data access.
5. Search times:
- Average Access Time: Approximately 12 ms. This is the average time it takes the hard drive to find and access a specific location of data. A higher access time than 7200 RPM hard drives, but still sufficient for most everyday applications.
6. Fault tolerance:
- SMART support: The hard drive supports the Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology (SMART) system, which is used to monitor the health of the hard drive and detect potential failures early.
7. Power consumption:
- Typical power consumption is about 1.8 watts when idle and 2.5 watts when running. This is low compared to desktop hard drives, which helps extend the battery life of laptops.
Features
1. Silent Seek:
- Silent Seek technology minimizes noise caused by the movement of the hard disk disks and the read/write head, resulting in a quiet operating environment.
2. Bug correction:
- ECC (Error Correction Code): The hard drive uses ECC to check and correct data errors to ensure data integrity.
3. G-Sensor Technology:
- Drop Safety: The hard drive is equipped with G-sensor technology that shuts down the hard drive in case of sudden movements or impacts to prevent data loss and mechanical damage.
4. Energy efficiency:
- Power Management: The hard drive has energy saving features such as automatic shutdown when inactive, which extends battery life in portable devices.
Areas of application
1. Laptops:
- Ideal for use in laptops due to the 2.5-inch form factor and lower rotation speed which results in better energy efficiency and longer battery life.
2. Mobile devices:
- Suitable for portable devices such as external hard drives or small desktop computers where compact size and low power consumption are important.
3. Compact systems:
- Perfect for compact and portable systems where space is limited and energy consumption needs to be optimized.
4. Backup and storage:
- Can be used as a backup solution or additional storage option for important data in mobile devices or small PCs.
5. Upgrades for older devices:
- Useful as an upgrade for older laptops or mobile devices that could benefit from the extra capacity and improved cache.
Summary
The ST320LM001 HN-M320MBB from Seagate is a 2.5-inch hard drive that offers balanced performance for mobile and compact systems thanks to its 320 GB capacity, 5400 rpm speed and SATA II interface. It offers a good combination of storage space, energy efficiency and quiet performance, making it particularly suitable for laptops and portable devices. Support for SMART technology, energy efficiency features and drop resistance make it a solid choice for various applications in the mobile IT world.
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ST320LM001 HN-M320MBB 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 ST320LM001 HN-M320MBB ATA Device.
The ST320LM001 HN-M320MBB ATA Device is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the ST320LM001 HN-M320MBB ATA Device regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.