Parameters of ST9160821A with Firmware 3.ALD

General information
TrademarkSeagate
ModelST9160821A
Capacity149 GB
InterfacePATA
Maximum Ultra DMA mode5
Firmware3.ALD
Alternative firmwares4
Firmware upgradesupported
ATA version6
Advanced Formatnot supported
Units tested2
Times tested3
Performance
Maximum interface speed100 MB/s
Maximum buffered read speed84 MB/s
Maximum read speed40 MB/s
Minimum average access time16.40 msec
Cache buffer8 MB
Volatile write cachesupported
Read look-aheadsupported
Command Queuing Optimization (TCQ)not supported
Advanced Power Management (APM)supported
Acoustic Management (AAM)not supported
Reliability
Count of sensors20
Free-fall Controlnot supported
SMART Command Transport (SCT)supported
Duration of full self test165 minutes
Maximum temperature54°C (129°F)
Average maximum temperature52°C (125°F)
Security
Drive access restrictionsupported
Enhanced security erasenot supported
Instant data destructionnot supported
Host protected area (HPA)supported
Host protected area passwordsupported