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The measurement of the ST3320820AS was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the ST3320820AS under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the ST3320820AS should be used.
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The Seagate ST3320820AS is a 3.5-inch hard drive that is suitable for various applications due to its capacity and performance characteristics. It is a hard drive produced by Seagate that is designed for a variety of storage needs. Here is a detailed description of the technical details, features and application areas of this hard drive:

Technical Details


1. Model Name: ST3320820AS
2. Manufacturer: Seagate Technology
3. Capacity: 320 GB (Gigabytes)
4. Form Factor: 3.5 inches
5. Interface: SATA 3 Gb/s (Serial ATA 2.0)
6. Rotational Speed: 7200 RPM (Revolutions Per Minute)
7. Cache (Buffer): 16 MB
8. Data Transfer Rate:
- Maximum Transfer Speed: Up to 300 MB/s (depending on application and system configuration)
9. Data Integrity:
- Error Correction: Built-in error correction and improved data integrity through the use of Error Correction Code (ECC)
10. MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): Up to 750,000 hours
11. Operating Temperature: Typically 0°C to 60°C
12. Humidity: Operates at 5% to 95% non-condensing humidity

Features


1. Performance:
- 7200 RPM: The Rotational speed of 7200 RPM ensures good performance in data access, with fast read and write speeds.
- 16 MB Cache: The 16 MB cache memory improves performance by caching frequently accessed data, making it easier to access that data.

2. Reliability and Durability:
- Error Correction: The hard drive uses ECC (Error Correction Code) for error correction, ensuring higher data integrity.
- Enhanced Reliability: The hard drive is designed for continuous operation and reliable data retention.

3. Energy Efficiency:
- Power Consumption: The ST3320820AS is designed to offer a balanced operation between performance and energy efficiency, optimizing power consumption.

4. Noise Level:
- Noise Level: The hard drive is equipped with noise reduction technologies to ensure quiet operation. The noise level is at a level suitable for desktop PCs and normal office applications.

5. Temperature Management:
- Heat Dissipation: The hard drive design provides efficient heat dissipation to prevent overheating and ensure consistent performance.

Application Scope


1. Desktop Computers:
- System Drive: Ideal as the main hard drive in desktop computers to install the operating system and applications.
- Storage Expansion: Can be used to expand the existing storage space in desktop PCs.

2. Laptops:
- Primary Storage Solution: Suitable for laptops that require larger capacity and relatively high performance. However, the 3.5-inch design is less common for laptops; typically it is used in desktop laptops or external enclosures.

3. Backup and Archiving Applications:
- Backup: Can be used for regular backups to securely store data and quickly access it when needed.
- Archiving: Used for archiving large amounts of data where reliable and cost-effective storage is required.

4. Small and Medium Businesses:
- File Storage: Ideal for small and medium businesses that need a reliable and cost-effective solution for storing corporate data.
- Data Management: Useful for applications where a balanced combination of capacity and performance is required.

5. Media and Entertainment Applications:
- Media Storage: Suitable for storing media content such as photos, videos and music that require a large amount of storage space.

Physical Specifications


1. Dimensions:
- Form Factor: 3.5 inches (101.6 mm x 25.4 mm x 147 mm, length x height x width)

2. Weight:
- Weight: Typically between 600 g and 700 g, depending on the enclosure and specific construction.

3. Case Material:
- Sturdy: The enclosure is often made of durable steel or aluminum to protect the hard drive.

Additional Details


- Compatibility:
- Devices: Compatible with computers that support a 3.5 inch SATA port, including desktop PCs and external hard drive enclosures.
- Operating Systems: Supported by all modern operating systems such as Windows, macOS and Linux.

- Warranty:
- Warranty Period: Typically, Seagate offers a warranty of 1 to 5 years, depending on the conditions and region.

Summary


The Seagate ST3320820AS is a high-performance 3.5-inch hard drive with a capacity of 320 GB, suitable for various applications in desktop computers, laptops, backup solutions and small business environments. With a rotation speed of 7200 RPM and a 16 MB cache, this hard drive offers a balanced combination of performance and capacity. Its reliability, energy efficiency and noise reduction technologies make it a solid choice for users who need a cost-effective and effective storage solution.
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ST3320820AS 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 ST3320820AS.

The ST3320820AS is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the ST3320820AS regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.




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