Seagate has said you can now buy the world`s first 7,200rpm notebook hard drive (get it at Canada computer online store) that uses perpendicular recording technology to boost storage capacity and can detect when it`s being dropped.

The drive, the Momentus 7200.2 is available in a range of capacities running from 80GB to 160GB. It`s based on the 2.5in form-factor that`s the de facto standard for notebooks and connects to the host machine across a 3Gbps SATA interface, so the line`s ready to replace lower-capacity and slower, 5,400rpm hard drives built into most modern laptops.

Each drive contains a motion-sensor. If it detects the drive is in free fall, it immediate and quickly moves the read/write heads away from the platter to prevent them damaging data upon impact.

Momentus 7200.2, Seagate’s second-generation 7200-RPM notebook drive, is designed for a wide range of systems including mainstream notebook PCs, workstations, RAID enclosures, and small form factor desktop PCs. Offered in 80GB, 100GB, 120GB and 160GB capacities, the 2.5-inch drive also is perfect for users looking to upgrade their notebooks to deliver true desktop PC performance.

The entire Momentus series is built tough to withstand up to 900 Gs of non-operating shock and 350 Gs of operating shock to protect drive data, making them ideal for systems that are subject to rough handling or high levels of vibration. The hard drives are also lean on power consumption, allowing notebook users to work longer between battery charges, and are virtually inaudible thanks to Seagate’s innovative SoftSonic™ fluid-dynamic bearing motors and QuietStep™ ramp load technology.

Posted on July 24th, 2008 by admin
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