ST380011A ATA Device
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| ST380011A ATA Device | 80 | 102 | 43 | 41 | 0.76 | 1.03 | 6.79 | 4.89 |
| ST380011A ATA Device | 80 | 78 | 34 | 33 | 0.60 | 0.54 | 16.11 | 10.32 |
| ST380011A ATA Device | 80 | 77 | 33 | 32 | 0.62 | 0.53 | 16.59 | 9.86 |
The measurement of the ST380011A ATA Device was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the ST380011A ATA Device under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the ST380011A ATA Device should be used.
The ST380011A is an internal hard drive from Seagate Technology designed for use in computers and laptops. It belongs to the Barracuda series and offers a good combination of capacity and performance. Here is a detailed description of the ST380011A hard drive, including technical details, features and application areas:
Description
The ST380011A is an 80GB hard drive from the Seagate Barracuda series designed for desktop computers and laptops. It offers solid performance for everyday applications and is suitable for users who need a reliable hard drive with enough storage space for their data.
Technical details
1. Capacity:
- 80 GB – This capacity is ideal for everyday applications, operating systems and a moderate amount of personal data such as documents, pictures and music.
2. Interface:
- ATA/100 (PATA) – The hard drive uses the ATA-100 interface, also known as Parallel ATA or PATA. This interface offers a maximum data transfer rate of 100 MB/s.
3. Form factor:
- 3.5 inch – The form factor is standard for desktop computers and offers sufficient space for larger amounts of data and applications.
4. Speed:
- 7,200 RPM – The hard drive rotates at 7,200 RPM, which offers a good balance between performance and noise. A higher speed than 5,400 RPM hard drives results in faster data access times.
5. Cache memory:
- 8MB Cache – Cache memory helps quickly store and retrieve frequently used data, improving overall hard drive performance.
6. Fault tolerance:
- No-Fault-Tolerant Design – The hard drive does not offer any special fault tolerance features such as RAID or hot-swapping and is designed for use in normal desktop environments.
7. Noise level:
- Moderate noise level – At 7,200 RPM, the hard drive can produce some noise during operation, but this is generally not disruptive in desktop computers.
8. Energy consumption:
- Energy Efficient – Compared to older and slower models, the ST380011A is relatively energy efficient, reducing power consumption compared to higher RPM models.
9. Compatibility:
- Compatible with most desktop PCs – The ATA/100 interface and 3.5-inch form factor make the hard drive compatible with most desktop PCs.
Functions
1. Good capacity for everyday use:
- With 80 GB, the hard drive offers enough storage space for operating systems, applications and a moderate amount of personal data.
2. Fast data transfer:
- The 7,200 RPM operation and ATA/100 interface provide good performance for most applications, including office work, Internet browsing, and media consumption.
3. Energy efficiency:
- The hard drive offers a balance between performance and power consumption, resulting in moderate power consumption.
4. Reliability:
- Seagate's Barracuda series is known for its reliability and long-lasting performance, making the ST380011A a good choice for everyday use.
Areas of application
1. Desktop PCs:
- The 3.5-inch hard drive is ideal for desktop computers where it can be used as a primary or secondary storage solution.
2. Upgrading older systems:
- A good choice for upgrading older desktop computers that need a higher capacity hard drive or want to improve performance.
3. Backup drive:
- Can also be used as a backup drive, especially when installed in an external enclosure.
4. Everyday applications:
- Ideal for storing operating systems, software applications and personal data such as photos and music.
5. Media consumption:
- Provides sufficient capacity for storing and retrieving media files such as videos and music.
Summary
The ST380011A is a reliable 80 GB hard drive from Seagate that features a 7,200 RPM speed and 8 MB cache. With the ATA/100 interface, it offers solid performance for everyday applications and is designed for desktop computers. It is well suited for upgrading older systems or as a backup solution. The hard drive offers a balanced mix of performance, capacity and energy efficiency and is ideal for users who need a reliable and cost-effective storage solution.
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ST380011A 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 ST380011A ATA Device.
The ST380011A ATA Device is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the ST380011A ATA Device regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.