ST3250824AS ATA Device
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| ST3250824AS ATA Device | 250 | 124 | 53 | 50 | 0.66 | 0.85 | 8.91 | 5.00 |
| ST3250824AS ATA Device | 250 | 117 | 52 | 48 | 0.57 | 0.81 | 11.12 | 5.48 |
| ST3250824AS ATA Device | 250 | 90 | 37 | 37 | 0.57 | 0.79 | 13.32 | 5.61 |
The measurement of the ST3250824AS ATA Device was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the ST3250824AS ATA Device under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the ST3250824AS ATA Device should be used.
The ST3250824AS is a hard drive from Seagate that is specifically designed for use in desktop computers and servers. Here are the comprehensive details about this ATA device:
Basic description
Modell: ST3250824AS
Manufacturer: Seagate Technology
Type: Internal Hard Disk Drive
Interface: ATA/133 (Advanced Technology Attachment)
Capacity: 250GB
Form factor: 3.5 inches
Speed: 7200 rpm
Technical details
1. Interface:
- ATA/133: Also known as Ultra ATA/133, this interface offers a maximum data transfer rate of up to 133 MB/s. This type of connection allows the hard drive to efficiently exchange data between the hard drive and the computer.
2. Capacity:
- 250 GB: The storage capacity is sufficient for many everyday applications, such as storing documents, music, videos and software.
3. Speed:
- 7200 RPM: This speed provides a good balance between performance and power consumption, meaning the hard drive can access data faster than slower models, but does not consume as much power as faster 10,000 RPM or 15,000 RPM models.
4. Cache:
- The hard drive is usually equipped with an 8 MB cache. The cache temporarily stores frequently used data to reduce access times and improve performance.
5. Search times:
- Average access time: Approximately 8.5 ms. This describes the time required to find and access a specific data location on the hard disk.
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 warns of possible failures.
7. Power consumption:
- The hard drive has a typical power consumption of about 8 watts when in use and 5 watts when idle. The exact consumption may vary slightly depending on the model and usage conditions.
Features
1. Hot-Swapping:
- Not Supported: This hard drive does not support hot swapping, which means it must be turned off before it can be removed or replaced.
2. Bug correction:
- The hard drive uses error correction technologies such as ECC (Error Correction Code) to ensure data integrity and correct corrupted data.
3. Performance optimization:
- NCQ (Native Command Queuing): Support for NCQ is not available as it is typically intended for SATA hard drives.
Areas of application
1. Desktop-Computer:
- Ideal for general use in desktop computers where moderate storage capacity and speed are sufficient.
2. Office environments:
- Well suited for office applications such as document management, email and simple data processing.
3. Heim-PCs:
- Sufficient for home PCs that regularly store data, play movies, and perform everyday tasks.
4. Archiving:
- Can also serve as an additional storage unit for archiving data, especially in environments where large amounts of data are stored regularly.
5. Upgrade for older systems:
- Useful as an upgrade for older computers that still rely on ATA/133 interfaces and could benefit from larger capacity.
Summary
The ST3250824AS is a robust and reliable hard drive that offers good performance for general desktop and office applications thanks to its 250 GB capacity and 7200 RPM rotation speed. While it does not offer the latest technologies such as SATA or SSDs, it is a good choice for older systems and specific applications. The ATA/133 interface, combined with solid fault tolerance and performance, makes it a reliable option for many standard applications.
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ST3250824AS 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 ST3250824AS ATA Device.
The ST3250824AS ATA Device is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the ST3250824AS ATA Device regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.