Seagate Momentus 5400.3 - 100GB 5400RPM Ultra ATA-100Mb/s 8MB Cache 2.5" 9.5mm Laptop Hard Drive - ST9100828A
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Warranty | 90 Day Warranty |
| Availability | Yes - Ships in 1 to 2 Days |
| Manufacturer | Seagate Technology |
|---|---|
| Model | ST9100828A |
| Series | Seagate Momentus 5400.3 |
| UPC Code | Does Not Apply |
Product Specs
| Capacity | 100 GB |
|---|---|
| Spindle Speed | 5400 RPM Fluid Dynamic (FDB) Motor |
| Cache Buffer | 8 MB Intelligent Caching |
| Advanced Format | No |
| Form Factor | 2.5 Inch Internal Hard Drive |
| Interface | PATA (EIDE Ultra ATA-6) |
| Interface Speed | Ultra ATA 100MB/sec |
| Data Transfer Rate | up to 95MB/sec Host to/from Drive (Sustained) |
| Interface Connector | PATA (40-Pin Signal and 4-Pin Power Connector) |
| Recording Technology | Perpendicular Magnetic Recording (PMR) Technology |
| Life Expectancy | 300,000 Hours MTTF (Mean Time To Failures) |
| Workload Rating | < 55 TB/yr (Workload Rate Limit) / 600,000 (Load/Unload Cycles) |
| Shock Resistance | Operating: 350Gs (2ms) / Non Operating: 900Gs (1ms) |
| Encryption | No |
| Rohs Compliant | Yes |
| Dimensions | (L x W x H) 100.5mm x 69.85mm x 9.5mm |
| Classification | Mainstream Drives |
Key Features
- Capacities up to 160GB
- 5400 RPM Rotational Speed Motor
- PATA (EIDE Ultra ATA-6) Interface
- Low Power Consumption
- Read Multiple and Write Multiple Command Support
- Whisper Quiet with Fluid Dynamic Bearing (FDB) Motors
- Native Command Queuing (NCQ) Technology
- Full-track Multiple-Sector Transfer Capability
- State-of-the-Art Cache and On-the-Fly Error-Correction Algorithms
- Staggered Spin-up Technology
- NoiseGuards Technology
- SilentSeek Technology
- Perpendicular Magnetic Recording (PMR) Technology
- QuietStep Ramp Load Technology
Seagate Momentus 5400.3 Hard Drives
The Seagate Momentus 5400.3 drive is the first Seagate product to utilize perpendicular recording technology. This innovative technology enables Seagate to deliver the industry’s highest capacity of 160 GB in a single, 2.5-inch hard drive without sacrificing best-in-class features. The Momentus 5400.3 drives feature a 5400 RPM spindle speed, which provides a balance between performance and power consumption. They also utilize Seagate's Perpendicular Magnetic Recording (PMR) technology, which allows for higher data densities and improved reliability. In terms of interface, the Momentus 5400.3 drives support both the older Parallel ATA (PATA) interface and the newer Serial ATA (SATA) interface. They also feature a 8MB or 16MB cache, depending on the specific model. One of the key benefits of the Momentus 5400.3 drives is their low power consumption, which makes them ideal for use in portable devices where battery life is a concern. They also feature Seagate's G-Force Protection technology, which helps protect the drive from damage due to drops and other physical impacts. Overall, the Seagate Momentus 5400.3 drives are a solid choice for anyone looking for a reliable and efficient hard drive for their laptop or other portable device.
Key Advantages
- Nearly 50 percent more performance than systems with 4200-RPM drives.
- 4200-RPM-like battery consumption enables higher productivity.
- Robust design and high shock tolerance enable mobility in rugged laptop operating environments.
- 350 Gs of operating shock and 900 Gs of nonoperating shock make the drive ideal for laptop PCs and industrial applications.
- Best-in-class 5400-RPM laptop performance.
Best-Fit Applications
- Mainstream Laptop PCs
- Mainstream Notebook PCs
- Tablet PCs
- External 2.5-inch Drives
- MP3 Players
- Printers and Copiers