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ST52170A - Seagate 1GB 5400RPM ATA 3.5-inch Hard Drive
- 1GB storage capacity
- 3.5-inch form factor
- 5400 RPM spindle speed
- ATA interface
- 128KB cache buffer
- Legacy hard drive
- Suitable for older systems
- IDE compatible
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Capacity
- 1GB
- Form Factor
- 3.5-inch
- Rotational Speed
- 5400 RPM
- Interface
- ATA (IDE/PATA)
- Cache
- 128KB
- Model
- ST52170A
Product details
The Seagate ST52170A is a 3.5-inch internal hard drive with a 1GB capacity and 128KB cache. It operates at 5400RPM using an ATA interface. This drive is a legacy component, suitable for older systems or specific applications requiring minimal storage.
Technical Information
| Capacity | 1GB |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
| Rotational Speed | 5400 RPM |
| Interface | ATA (IDE/PATA) |
Additional Specifications
| Cache | 128KB |
| Model | ST52170A |
| Manufacturer | Seagate |
Description
The Seagate ST52170A is a legacy internal hard drive with a 1GB storage capacity. It features a standard 3.5-inch form factor and operates at a rotational speed of 5400 RPM. This drive utilizes the ATA (IDE/PATA) interface, which was the common standard for connecting hard drives to motherboards in older computer systems. This particular model includes a 128KB cache buffer. While small by modern standards, this cache helps to improve data access performance by temporarily storing frequently used data. The drive's overall performance is characteristic of its era, offering basic storage capabilities for systems that do not require high throughput or large capacities. Given its 1GB capacity and ATA interface, the ST52170A is primarily suited for older computers, embedded systems, or specialized applications where minimal storage is needed. It is not designed for modern operating systems or data-intensive tasks. This drive represents an older generation of storage technology, offering a functional solution for compatible legacy hardware.
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