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One GB is equal to one billion bytes when referring to hard drive capacity; accessible capacity may be less
2
Upper 951.3KB out of 8MB used for firmware
3
Excludes command overhead
Specifications
How to read the Travelstar model number
HTS545050KTA300 = 500 GB, SATA 3 Gb/s
H = Hitachi
T = Travelstar
S = Standard (vs C for Compact)
54 = 5400 RPM
50 = Full capacity — 500 GB
50 = Capacity this model, 50 = 500 GB
(40 = 400 GB)
K = Generation code
T = 12.5mm z-height
A3 = Interface, SATA 3 Gb/s (SA = 1.5 Gb/s)
0 = Reserved
0 = Feature code, 0 = None (1 = BDE)
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then descrambled with the key as it’s retrieved,
giving users a higher level of data protection
than traditional password-based security previ-
ously available. Another benefit is that it speeds
and simplifies the drive re-deployment process.
By deleting the encryption key, the data on the
drive is rendered unreadable, eliminating the
need for time-consuming data-overwrite.
Hitachi quality and service
Hitachi Travelstar hard disk drives are designed
to the highest quality standards and contain
field-proven components. Hitachi provides
worldwide technical support and integration
services to enable global customers to bring
their products to market quickly.
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Technologies has the right to use, market and advertise the brands. The Travelstar trademark is authorized for use in the Americas, EMEA, and
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References in this publication to Hitachi Global Storage Technologies’ products, programs, or services do not imply that Hitachi Global
Storage Technologies intends to make these available in all countries in which it operates. Some countries have laws that may affect
encryption-enabled devices. Hitachi GST assumes no responsibility for compliance with laws that apply to our products after they are sold
or outside of our control. Accordingly, we suggest that you review all laws of the countries where you conduct business.
Product specifications provided are sample specifications and do not constitute a warranty. Information is true as of the date of publication
and is subject to change. Actual specifications for unique part numbers may vary. Please visit the Support section of our website, www.
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Produced in the United States 1/08, revised 4/08.
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Model(s)
HTS545050KTA300
HTS545040KTA300
HTS545050KTSA01
HTS545040KTSA01
Interface
SATA 3 Gb/sec SATA 1.5 Gb/sec
Capacity (GB)
1
500 / 400
Sector size (bytes)
512
Recording zones
24
Data heads (physical)
6
Data disks
3
Max. areal density (Gbits/sq. inch)
260 / 211
Performance
Data buffer (MB)
2
8
Rotational speed (RPM)
5400
Latency average (ms)
5.5
Media transfer rate (Mbits/sec, max)
824 / 775
Interface Transfer Rate (MB/sec, max)
300 150
Seek time (read, typical) (avg. ms)
3
12
Track to track (read, typical) (avg. ms)
1
Full stroke
20
Reliability
Error rate (non-recoverable, transferred)
< 1 per 1.0 E 14 bits
Load/unload
600,000
Power
Requirement
+5 VDC (+ -5%)
Startup (W, peak, max.)
5.0
Seek (W, avg.)
2.3
Read / Write (W, avg.)
1.9
Performance idle (W, avg.)
1.8
Active idle (W, avg.)
0.95
Low power idle (W, avg.)
0.7
Standby (W, avg.)
0.2
Sleep (W)
0.1
Physical size
z-height (mm)
12.5 mm
Dimensions (width x depth, mm)
70 x 100
Weight (max, g)
148
Environmental (Operating)
Shock (half-sine wave)
400G / 2ms, 200G / 1ms
Ambient temperature
5 to 55
o
C
Environmental (Non-operating)
Shock (half-sine wave)
1000G / 1ms
Acoustics (A-weighted sound power)
Idle (typical)
2.2
Seek (typical)
2.4
DSTS545007EN-02
Travelstar 5K500
Bulk Data Encryption option models