ST350041 3AS SCSI Disk Device
User Benchmarks
Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
ST350041 3AS SCSI Disk Device | 500 | 232 | 89 | 108 | 0.65 | 1.32 | 8.05 | 2.96 |
ST350041 3AS SCSI Disk Device | 500 | 223 | 103 | 87 | 1.14 | 1.19 | 8.65 | 3.67 |
The measurement of the ST350041 3AS SCSI Disk Device was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the ST350041 3AS SCSI Disk Device under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the ST350041 3AS SCSI Disk Device should be used.
The ST3500413AS is a 3.5-inch hard drive from the manufacturer Seagate, which is used in various storage systems and computers. This model belongs to the Seagate Barracuda 7200.12 series and offers a combination of high capacity and solid performance. Here is a detailed overview of the model, including technical details, features and application area.
Technical details
1. Storage type:
- Type: Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
- Storage technology: Magnetic storage (mechanical hard disk)
2. Interface:
- Interface: SATA II (3 Gb/s)
- Compatibility: Backwards compatible with SATA I (1.5 Gb/s) and SATA III (6 Gb/s)
3. Capacity:
- Capacity: 500 GB
4. Performance:
- Rotational speed: 7,200 rpm (revolutions per minute)
- Cache: 32 MB
- Average access time: About 8.5 ms (milliseconds)
- Data transfer rate: Up to 300 MB/s (depending on interface and operating conditions)
5. Physical characteristics:
- Form factor: 3.5 inches
- Height: 26.1 mm
- Weight: Approximately 600g
6. Reliability:
- MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): Up to 750,000 hours
- Operating Conditions: Designed for desktop PCs, workstations and other general purpose applications
7. Other Features:
- Energy Consumption: Energy efficient operation, with power saving modes to reduce power consumption
Features
- SATA II Interface: The ST3500413AS uses the SATA II interface, which enables a maximum data transfer rate of 3 Gb/s. This interface ensures reliable data transfer for most applications and is backwards compatible with older SATA versions, making it easier to integrate into different systems.
- 7,200 RPM Speed: With a speed of 7,200 RPM, the hard drive offers balanced performance for everyday computing tasks. This speed ensures fast access times and a reasonable data transfer rate, improving performance compared to hard drives with lower speeds.
- 32 MB Cache: The 32 MB cache serves as a fast temporary storage for frequently used data. A larger cache reduces the number of direct disk accesses and improves overall performance when processing data.
- Energy Efficiency: The hard drive offers good energy efficiency, particularly through power saving modes that reduce power consumption and lower running costs. This is especially important in desktop PCs where power consumption and noise levels can play a role.
Application area
The ST3500413AS is suitable for a wide range of applications and can be used in different systems:
1. Desktop PCs:
- Primary Drive: Ideal as the main drive for desktop PCs to store the operating system, applications and personal data. The 500 GB capacity provides enough space for everyday use and offers solid performance for typical desktop tasks.
2. Workstations:
- Performance Enhancement: Can be used in workstations to achieve improved performance in data processing and office applications. The hard drive offers a good balance between capacity and performance for professional applications.
3. System Upgrades:
- Upgrading from Older Systems: A good choice for upgrading older computers where the extra capacity and improved performance of 7200 RPM is beneficial.
4. Backup and Archiving Solutions:
- Secondary Drive: Can be used as a secondary drive for backup and archiving purposes to provide additional capacity for storing data.
5. Energy Efficient Applications:
- Energy Optimization: The drive's energy efficiency makes it a good fit for desktop systems where energy consumption needs to be optimized without sacrificing performance.
Summary
The Seagate ST3500413AS is a 500 GB 3.5-inch hard drive designed for use in desktop PCs and workstations. With a 7200 RPM rotation speed and 32 MB cache, it offers solid performance for everyday applications. The SATA II interface enables reliable data transfer, while the hard drive's energy efficiency reduces power consumption and operating costs. The hard drive is ideal as a primary drive for desktop PCs, for system upgrades, as a secondary drive for backup and archiving purposes, and for applications where a balance between energy efficiency and performance is important.
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ST350041 3AS SCSI 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 ST350041 3AS SCSI Disk Device.
The ST350041 3AS SCSI Disk Device is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the ST350041 3AS SCSI Disk Device regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.