ST4000DM005-2DP166
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| ST4000DM005-2DP166 | 4001 | 349 | 165 | 148 | 0.94 | 1.02 | 11.94 | 4.24 |
| ST4000DM005-2DP166 | 4001 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
The measurement of the ST4000DM005-2DP166 was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the ST4000DM005-2DP166 under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the ST4000DM005-2DP166 should be used.
ST4000DM005-2DP166
The Seagate ST4000DM005-2DP166 is a 4 TB hard drive that was specifically designed for use in desktop PCs and storage solutions. This hard drive is part of the Seagate Barracuda series and offers a balanced mix of capacity, performance and reliability. Below you will find a detailed description, technical details, features and areas of application of this hard drive.
Technical details
1. Storage type:
- Type: Hard disk drive (HDD)
- Technology: Magnetic storage with rotating disks and read/write heads
2. Capacity:
- Capacity: 4 TB (terabytes)
3. Interface:
- Interface: SATA III (6 Gb/s)
- Compatibility: Backwards compatible with SATA II (3 Gb/s) and SATA I (1.5 Gb/s)
4. Performance:
- Rotational speed: 5900 rpm (revolutions per minute)
- Cache memory: 256 MB (megabytes)
- Average access time: About 8.5 ms (milliseconds)
- Average latency: About 5.1 ms
5. Physical characteristics:
- Form factor: 3.5 inches
- Height: 26.1 mm (standard height for 3.5-inch hard drives)
- Width: 101.6 mm
- Length: 146.99 mm
- Weight: Approximately 590 g
6. Reliability:
- MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): Up to 1 million hours
- Unrecoverable Read Error Rate: 1 in 10^14 (error log rate)
- Shock Resistance: Approximately 70 G (operating) and 250 G (non-operating)
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to 60°C
- Storage Temperature: -40°C to 70°C
7. Other Features:
- Warranty: 2 year limited warranty
- Power Consumption: Operating power: Approximately 5.3 watts; idle: About 4.0 watts
Features
- SATA III Interface: The ST4000DM005-2DP166 uses the SATA III interface, which offers a maximum data transfer rate of up to 6 Gb/s. This enables fast data transfers and improved system performance compared to older SATA versions.
- 5900 RPM Rotation Speed: The hard drive operates at a rotation speed of 5900 RPM, which offers a good compromise between performance and energy efficiency. This speed is slightly lower than that of typical 7200 RPM hard drives, resulting in quieter operation and lower energy consumption.
- 256 MB Cache: The large 256 MB cache memory helps improve system performance by making frequently used data available more quickly and reducing access times.
- Low energy consumption: The ST4000DM005-2DP166 is designed to be energy efficient, which reduces power consumption and minimizes heat generation during operation.
- High capacity: With a capacity of 4 TB, the hard drive offers plenty of storage space for large amounts of data, such as movies, music, games and backups.
- Error correction and reliability: The hard drive uses advanced error correction mechanisms to ensure data integrity and minimize data loss.
Application area
The Seagate ST4000DM005-2DP166 is versatile and can be used in various applications:
1. Desktop PCs:
- Primary or secondary drive: Ideal for desktop PCs to store the operating system, applications and large amounts of data. The high capacity allows the storage of large files and programs.
2. Gaming Systems:
- Game Storage: Great as a storage solution for gaming systems that require large amounts of game data and installations.
3. Backup Solutions:
- Backup Storage: Can be used as a backup drive to back up important data. The high capacity allows for the backup of large amounts of data.
4. Media Center:
- Media File Storage: Ideal for media center PCs that need to store and manage large amounts of music, movies and videos.
5. Storage Expansion:
- Additional Storage: Can be used as additional storage in systems to expand existing storage space.
6. Archiving:
- Long Term Data Archiving: Due to its large capacity, the hard drive can also be used for archiving data over longer periods of time.
Summary
The Seagate ST4000DM005-2DP166 is a 4 TB hard drive with a SATA III interface that impresses with its 5900 rpm rotation speed, 256 MB cache and high capacity. It offers excellent performance for desktop PCs, gaming systems and backup solutions, while also being energy efficient. The hard drive is ideal for applications that need to store and manage large amounts of data, and its reliability is supported by advanced error correction mechanisms. The 2-year limited warranty provides additional security and confidence in product quality.
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ST4000DM005-2DP166 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 ST4000DM005-2DP166.
The ST4000DM005-2DP166 is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the ST4000DM005-2DP166 regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.