ST6000AS0002-1N917X
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| ST6000AS0002-1N917X | 6001 | 193 | 72 | 88 | 1.61 | 7.64 | 8.16 | 0.32 |
| ST6000AS0002-1N917X | 6001 | 193 | 72 | 88 | 1.61 | 7.64 | 8.16 | 0.32 |
The measurement of the ST6000AS0002-1N917X was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the ST6000AS0002-1N917X under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the ST6000AS0002-1N917X should be used.
The ST6000AS0002-1N917X is a hard drive from Seagate that belongs to the Seagate Barracuda series. It is designed for use in desktop computers and other devices that require a large amount of storage capacity. Here is a comprehensive overview of the hard drive, including technical details, features and application areas.
1. General description
The ST6000AS0002-1N917X is a 6 TB hard drive in 3.5-inch format. It uses the SATA III interface (also known as SATA 6 Gb/s) and offers high storage capacity and good performance for a wide range of applications. This hard drive is designed for users who need to store large amounts of data, whether for daily use, backups or media libraries.
2. Technical details
Basic Specifications
- Model name: ST6000AS0002-1N917X
- Capacity: 6 TB (terabytes)
- Form factor: 3.5 inches
- Interface: SATA III (6 Gb/s)
- Speed: 5,900 rpm
- Cache: 128 MB
- Average access time: Approx. 8.5 ms
- Average read and write speed: Up to 150 MB/s (depending on working conditions and data access patterns)
- Operating temperature range: 0°C to 60°C
- Power consumption:
- Operating mode: Approx. 7.4 W
- Idle mode: Approx. 5.7 W
Perfomance
- Data transfer rate: The hard drive can read and write data at an average transfer rate of up to 150 MB/s, which is sufficient for many desktop applications.
- IOPS (Input/Output Operations Per Second): Typically up to 75-100 IOPS for random reads and writes, depending on the load and the specific application.
Reliability
- MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): Up to 1 million hours
- Warranty: 2 year limited warranty
3. Functions
- SATA III interface: The hard drive uses the SATA III standard, which supports a maximum data transfer rate of 6 Gb/s. This enables fast data transfer compared to older SATA standards.
- Advanced Format (AF): The hard drive uses Advanced Format with 4K sectors, which increases storage capacity and efficiency and improves compatibility with modern operating systems and applications.
- Seagate's Noise Reduction Technology: Reduces noise and vibration for a quieter operating experience.
- Seagate's Drive Health Monitoring: Provides tools to monitor drive health and detect potential problems early.
- Power Management: The hard drive offers power management functions to optimize power consumption and extend the life of the hard drive.
4. Scope of application
- Desktop computers: Ideal for desktop PCs that require high storage capacity, such as for large media files, games or extensive databases.
- Data Archives: Well suited for archiving large amounts of data, including backups, media libraries and digital archives.
- Multimedia applications: Especially useful for storing and editing large video files, photos and other media files.
- Memory Upgrade: An excellent choice for upgrading computers that require more memory capacity to meet current needs.
5. Additional information
- Compatibility: The hard drive is compatible with all devices that have a 3.5 inch SATA port, including most desktop computers and external hard drive enclosures.
- Installation: Installation is done by installing the hard drive into a free 3.5 inch bay in the computer case and connecting the SATA and power cable.
- Performance under load: The hard drive offers solid performance for everyday use, but is not optimized for extremely high demands such as professional video editing applications or high-speed database operations.
In summary, the ST6000AS0002-1N917X offers a large storage capacity of 6 TB in a reliable 3.5-inch format. With the SATA III interface and a rotation speed of 5,900 RPM, it is well suited for a variety of applications that require large amounts of data, including desktop computers, data archiving and multimedia applications.
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ST6000AS0002-1N917X 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 ST6000AS0002-1N917X.
The ST6000AS0002-1N917X is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the ST6000AS0002-1N917X regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.