Specifications

11/2006
MicroDrives
Hitachi 4GB MicroDrive (0A40241)
Hitachi
The Hitachi MicrodriveTM family provides storage capacity for portable electronic devices in an industry-standard
CompactFlash Type II form factor.
The 4GB MicrodriveTM model 3K6-4 enables users of digital cameras to capture more high-resolution
photos without having to frequently download data. In addition, handheld PC users can access more applications
and maintain large databases, while notebook users can back up and transport their data more quickly and
conveniently.
Since the Hitachi MicrodriveTM digital media family of 1" disk drives support the industry-standard CF+ Type II form
factor, you can easily transfer your images between your camera and your computer directly or with the help of a
PC Card adapter or reader.
Provides high-capacity, high-performance removable storage of 4GB in a one-inch hard disk drive.
Integrates with a variety of handheld devices through use of the industry-standard CompactFlash Type II format
and compatibility with PCMCIA Type II (with an adapter)
Provides reliable storage for Digital Cameras, handheld PCs, digital audio players, laptops, and other portable
handheld devices.
Incorporates leading-edge technologies such as giant magnetoresistive (GMR) head technology, load/unload
features, Enhanced Adaptive Battery Life Extender 3.0, and TrueTrack servo for maximum capacity, performance,
and reliability.
Technical Specifications:
Configuration:
Interface: CF+ Type II
Capacity (GB): 4GB Unformatted
Sector size (bytes): 512
Disks: 1
Areal density (Gbits/sq.inch, max): 78
Performance:
Rotational speed (RPM): 3600
Latency (average ms): 8.33
Media transfer rate (Mbits/sec): 67 – 125
Interface transfer rate (MB/sec, max): 33 Ultra DMA mode-2 (True-IDE mode)
Sustained data rate (MB/sec): 4.9 - 9.4MB/sec
Seek time (read, typical):
Average (ms): 12
Track to track (ms): 1
Full track (ms): 24
Power-on to ready (sec): 1.0
Reliability:
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