ST3250312CS ATA Device
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| ST3250312CS ATA Device | 250 | 232 | 109 | 97 | 0.72 | 1.27 | 8.62 | 3.40 |
| ST3250312CS ATA Device | 250 | 228 | 102 | 101 | 0.68 | 1.17 | 9.55 | 4.12 |
| ST3250312CS ATA Device | 250 | 184 | 85 | 77 | 0.73 | 1.43 | 8.31 | 2.82 |
| ST3250312CS ATA Device | 250 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
The measurement of the ST3250312CS ATA Device was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the ST3250312CS ATA Device under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the ST3250312CS ATA Device should be used.
The Seagate ST3250312CS is an internal hard drive from the Seagate Barracuda 7200.12 series designed for a wide range of applications in desktop computers and external storage solutions. Here are the comprehensive details about this model:
Technical details
- Modell: Seagate ST3250312CS
- Capacity: 250GB
- Form factor: 3.5 inches
- Interface: SATA II (3 Gb/s)
- Buffer size (cache): 16 MB
- Speed: 7,200 rpm (revolutions per minute)
- Average access time: Approx. 8.5 ms
- Transfer rate:
- Maximum sequential read speed: Up to 300 MB/s (depending on system conditions)
- Maximum sequential write speed: Up to 300 MB/s (depending on system conditions)
- MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): Over 750,000 hours
- Power consumption:
- Operating mode: Approx. 8.0 W
- Idle mode: Approx. 6.0 W
- Standby-Modus: Ca. 0,7 W
- Temperature range:
- Operating range: 0°C to 60°C
- Storage range: -40°C to 70°C
- Volume:
- Operating volume: Approx. 2.8 Bel (Bels)
- Idle volume: Approx. 2.6 Bel (Bels)
Functions
- SATA II Interface: The ST3250312CS uses a SATA II interface that offers a maximum transfer rate of 3 Gb/s. This interface is an improved version of the first generation SATA and offers a higher data transfer rate.
- 7200 RPM Speed: With a speed of 7,200 revolutions per minute, the hard drive offers good performance for general computing applications and applications that require high data rates.
- 16MB Cache: The 16MB cache memory helps improve data transfer rate by temporarily storing frequently accessed data for faster retrieval.
- Quiet Drive Technology: The hard drive is designed to operate quietly, which reduces the noise level during operation.
- Advanced Power Management: The hard drive features power management technologies that reduce idle power consumption and contribute to energy efficiency.
Areas of application
- Desktop PCs: The ST3250312CS is ideal for use in desktop computers where it can be used as the main storage device for operating systems, applications and personal files.
- External Storage Solutions: The hard drive can be used in external enclosures to provide additional storage for backups, media files and other data.
- Gaming: With a 7,200 RPM rotation speed and a 16 MB cache, the hard drive offers sufficient performance for gaming, although SSDs are superior in this regard.
- Multimedia applications: The ST3250312CS offers sufficient capacity and performance for storing and editing media files such as videos and photos.
- Data Archiving: The 250 GB capacity is sufficient for data archiving and long-term storage.
Summary
The Seagate ST3250312CS is a 250 GB internal hard drive with 7,200 rpm, 16 MB cache and a SATA II interface. It offers good performance for general computing, gaming and multimedia processing. With its low-noise technology and a high MTBF of over 750,000 hours, it is reliable and suitable for a wide range of applications. While modern SSDs offer higher performance, the ST3250312CS is a solid choice for users looking for a reliable and powerful HDD.
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ST3250312CS 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 ST3250312CS ATA Device.
The ST3250312CS ATA Device is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the ST3250312CS ATA Device regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.