SanDisk G3 User manual

SanDisk G3 SSD
Product Manual
February 2010
SanDisk Corporation
Corporate Headquarters • 601 McCarthy Blvd. • Milpitas, CA 95035
Phone [phone] • Fax [phone]
www.sandisk.com

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Table of Contents
1. Introduction ................................................................. 4
1.1 General Description....................................................... 4
1.2 Key Features ................................................................ 5
1.3 Block Diagram .............................................................. 6
2. General Product Specifications ........................................ 7
2.1 Interface...................................................................... 7
2.2 Capacity ...................................................................... 7
2.3 Performance................................................................. 7
3. Electrical Characteristics ................................................ 8
3.1 Supply Voltage ............................................................. 8
3.2 Power Consumption ...................................................... 8
4. Physical Characteristics.................................................. 9
4.1 Mechanical ................................................................... 9
4.2 Mounting Instructions.................................................... 9
4.3 Installation Orientation .................................................. 9
4.4 Mechanical Drawing .....................................................10
4.4.1 SanDisk G3 SSD 1.8" 5mm Form Factor ....................... 10
4.4.2 SanDisk G3 SSD 2.5" 9.5mm Form Factor .................... 11
5. Environmental Specifications .........................................12
5.1 Temperature ...............................................................12
5.2 Humidity.....................................................................12
5.3 Vibration.....................................................................12
5.4 Shock.........................................................................12
5.5 Altitude ......................................................................13
5.6 Acoustics ....................................................................13
5.7 Regulations .................................................................13
5.7.1 EMC ......................................................................... 14
5.7.2 FCC.......................................................................... 14
5.8 RoHS..........................................................................14
6. Reliability Characteristics ..............................................15
6.1 Error Rate...................................................................15
6.2 Useful Life...................................................................15
6.3 Mean Time Between Failure...........................................15
6.4 Preventive Maintenance ................................................15
7. Interface.....................................................................16
7.1 Supported Standards....................................................16

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7.2 Interface Connector Characteristics ................................16
7.3 Interface Connector Drawing .........................................16
7.3.1 SanDisk G3 SSD 1.8" 5mm Form Factor ....................... 16
7.3.2 SanDisk G3 SSD 2.5" 9.5mm Form Factor .................... 17
7.4 Pin Assignment............................................................17
8. Supported ATA Commands ............................................19
9. Ordering Information....................................................21

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1. Introduction
1.1 General Description
SanDisk G3 SSD product series is designed to improve the mobile PC user
experience with leading performance than experienced with mobile hard
disk drives. A drop-in replacement for the hard disk drive, it delivers far
superior durability, performance and power efficiency ─keeping mobile
PCs working optimally in the toughest of conditions.
SanDisk G3 SSD (SanDisk SSD), with 60 and 120 and gigabyte1(GB)
flash memory, is targeted at enterprise users as the first step in mass
consumer adoption of the SSD in the mobile PC market.
With a state of the art and an evolutionary controller design, SanDisk SSD
provides more than fast sequential read/write performance and provides
significant improved random I/O performance, as compared to
conventional hard disk drives ─enabling SanDisk SSD to work much
faster.
SanDisk, the industry leader in flash storage, is uniquely positioned to
drive the paradigm shift in mobile computing to SSDs. Inside enterprise
computers, such as the thin & light laptops and transportable laptops;
SanDisk SSD delivers unbeatable durability, system performance and
power efficiency.
11 megabyte (MB) = 1 million bytes; 1 gigabyte (GB) = 1 billion bytes. Some of the listed capacity is
used for formatting and other functions, and thus is not available for data storage.

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1.2 Key Features
Capacities
o60GB, 120GB
Small form factor
o1.8", 5mm, 30 grams
o2.5", 9.5mm, 65 grams
Interface to host
oSATA Revision 2.6, 3.0Gb/s, NCQ
High performance
oHost transfer rate: 300MB/s
oInternal transfer read rate: 220 MB/s
oInternal transfer write rate: 120 MB/s
Low power consumption
oActive: 0.4 W Typical
oIdle: 0.3 W Typical
Highly reliable
oAt least 5 years useful life
oMean Time Between Failure (MTBF): 2,000,000 hours
oOperating shock: 1,500G, 0.5msec half sine
oOperating vibration: 20gRMS, 10-2000 Hz
oTemperature:
oOperating: 0˚C to 70˚C
oNon-operating: -55˚C to 95˚C

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1.3 Block Diagram
Flash Array
SanDisk
System On a Chip (SOC)
SATA 3Gb/s
Flash
DATA DATA
Flash
Flash
Flash
Flash
Flash
Flash
Memory
Component
Flash
Flash
Flash
Flash
Memory
Component
DATA
Flash
Memory
Component
DATA
DDR
Cache
DATA
Flash
Memory
Channel n
Flash
Memory
Channel 0
Flash
Memory
Channel 1
Figure 1: SanDisk G3 SSD Block Diagram

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2. General Product Specifications
2.1 Interface
The SSD interface complies with the following standards:
SATA 2.6 (3.0Gb/s)
ATA-8
The SSD supports Serial ATA 1.5Gb/s (150MB/sec) and 3.0Gb/s
(300MB/sec) interface rates.
2.2 Capacity
Table 1: SanDisk G3 SSD Capacity
Unformatted
Capacity1
Total Number of
User-Addressable
Sectors in LBA Mode2
Number of
Logical
Cylinders
Number of
Logical Heads
Number of
Logical
Sectors per
Track
60 GB
117,231,408
16,383
16
63
120 GB
234,441,648
16,383
16
63
250 GB
488,397,168
16,383
16
63
1. 1 megabyte (MB) = 1 million bytes; 1 gigabyte (GB) = 1 billion bytes
2. 1 sector = 512 Bytes
3. Total Number of User-Addressable Sectors is according to IDEMA LBA standard
2.3 Performance
Table 2: SanDisk G3 SSD Performance
Parameter
Specifications3
Host transfer rate:
300MB/s
Internal transfer rate:
Sequential Read (128KB)1
Up to 220 MB/s
Sequential Write (128KB)1
Up to 120 MB/s
Typical power-on ready time2
1.0 sec
1. Using IOMETER 2006.07.26 with NCQ QD=4 and write cache enabled
2. Assuming proper shutdown process
3. Actual performance may vary depending on use conditions and environment

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3. Electrical Characteristics
3.1 Supply Voltage
Table 3: SanDisk G3 SSD Supply Voltage
Parameter
Specifications
Input Voltage
2.5": 5V ± 5%
1.8": 3.3V ± 5%
Maximum Ripple
100mV (peak to peak), 0 –30MHz
Supply Rise Time
10 msec to 100 msec
Maximum Supply Fall Time
5 sec
3.2 Power Consumption
Table 4: SanDisk G3 SSD Power Consumption
Parameter1
Specifications (W)
Operating
0.4
Idle
0.3
1. Based on internal power testing during user workload operation (Typical)

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4. Physical Characteristics
4.1 Mechanical
Table 5: SanDisk G3 SSD Mechanical Dimensions and Weight
Parameter
1.8" Form Factor
2.5" Form Factor
Width
54.0 ± 0.25 mm
69.85 ± 0.25 mm
Height
5.0 ± 0.15 mm
9.5 ± 0.3 mm
Length
78.5 ± 0.3 mm
100.5 ± 0.25 mm
Maximum Weight
30 grams
65 grams
4.2 Mounting Instructions
Before unpacking and installing the drive, take anti-static measures in
order to avoid damage to the drive. The drive may be exposed to potential
handling and electrostatic discharge (ESD) hazards. The following
guidelines are recommended:
Keep the drive in ESD bag until the drive is ready to be installed.
Wear an ESD-proof wrist strap when handling the drive.
Avoid touching the drive’s connector. Handle the drive using its edge
or frame.
Rest the drive on an antistatic surface until mounting it.
Handle the drive carefully, taking care not to drop or bang it against
other objects.
Do not remove, damage or cover any product labels. Removal of such
labels voids the warranty.
The ambient temperature at the top cover should not exceed the
maximum operating temperature of the drive.
Exercise caution when removing the drive from the host as the drive
may have heated up.
4.3 Installation Orientation
The SSD can be installed in all axes (6 directions)

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4.4 Mechanical Drawing
4.4.1 SanDisk G3 SSD 1.8" 5mm Form Factor
The SanDisk G3 SSD 1.8" 5mm complies with SFF-8144.
Figure 2: SanDisk G3 SSD 1.8" 5mm Mechanical Drawing

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4.4.2 SanDisk G3 SSD 2.5" 9.5mm Form Factor
The SanDisk G3 SSD 2.5" 9.5mm complies with SFF-8201 and SFF-8223.
Figure 3: SanDisk G3 SSD 2.5" 9.5mm Mechanical Drawing

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5. Environmental Specifications
5.1 Temperature
Table 6: SanDisk G3 SSD Temperature Support
Parameter
Specifications
Operating1
0°C to 70°C
Non-operating2
-55°C to 95°C
Maximum temperature gradient
30°C per hour
1. Recommendation: the ambient temperature should be below 50°C
2. Recommendation: minimize the exposure of the device to high ambient temperatures
5.2 Humidity
Table 7: SanDisk G3 SSD Humidity Support
Parameter
Specifications
Operating
Humidity (Non condensation)
5% to 95%
Maximum web bulb
35°C
Non-operating
Humidity (Non condensation)
5% to 95%
Maximum web bulb
40°C
Maximum relative humidity gradient
20% per hour
5.3 Vibration
Table 8: SanDisk G3 SSD Vibration Support
Parameter
Specifications
Operating
20 gRMS, 10 –2000Hz
5.4 Shock
Table 9: SanDisk G3 SSD Shock Support
Parameter
Acceleration Force
(G)
Half-sine Pulse
Duration (msec)
Operating
1,500
0.5
Non-operating
1,500
0.5

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5.5 Altitude
Table 10: SanDisk G3 SSD Altitude Support
Parameter
Specifications
Operating
-457m to 12,192m
(-1,500ft. to 40,000ft.)
Non-operating
-457m to 12,192m
(-1,500ft. to 40,000ft.)
5.6 Acoustics
The SSD does not generate any acoustic noise (0dB).
5.7 Regulations
The SSD is certified with the following standards.
Table 11: SanDisk G3 SSD Regulation Standards
Standard
Details
Underwriters Laboratories (UL)
UL 60950-1
UL Canadian (ULc)
CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1-03 (UL 60950)
Technischer Überwachungsverein (TÜV)
EN 60950-1:2006
Korea Communications Commission (KCC)
Korean Ministerial Ordinance (ITE
Certification rule): MIC ordinance No.
210 (2007.01.10)
Korean Public Notice (EMI criteria): RRL
Notice 2008-4 (2008.2.11)
Korean Public Notice (EMI Test method):
RRL Notice 2008-5 (2008.2.11)
Korean Public Notice (EMS criteria): RRL
Notice 2007-99 (2007.12.26)
Korean Public Notice (EMS Test method):
RRL Notice 2007-101 (2007.12.26)
Bureau of Standards, Metrology and Inspection (BSMI)
CNS 13438:2006, Class B
Australian Communications Authority (ACA)
AS/NZS CISPR 22:2006, Class B
Voluntary Control Council for Interference by
Information Technology Equipment (VCCI)
VCCI rules and regulations enacted March
27, 1986 and amended April 2007

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5.7.1 EMC
Directive 73/23/ECC for product safety
Directive 89/336/EEC:
Table 12: SanDisk G3 SSD Electromagnetic Compatibility Support
Parameter
Standard
Emission
EN55022:2006, A1:2007
EN 61000-3-2: 2006
IEC 61000-3-3: A1:2001, A2:2005
Immunity
EN55024:1998, A1:2001, A2:2003
IEC 61000-4-2
IEC 61000-4-3
IEC 61000-4-4
IEC 61000-4-5
IEC 61000-4-6
IEC 61000-4-8
IEC 61000-4-11
5.7.2 FCC
FCC 47CFR part 15 subpart B class B.
5.8 RoHS
Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council on the Restriction
of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic
Equipment, 2002/95/EC, January 2003. (RoHS Directive).

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6. Reliability Characteristics
6.1 Error Rate
In the event of a non-recoverable error, the device will report the host
that a read failure occurred. The data will be considered incorrect and will
be sent to the host.
6.2 Useful Life
The product life is at least 5 years under the following conditions:
Temperature, altitude, humidity and voltage within operating ranges
The drive should be protected from electrostatic discharge (ESD)
Note: Product life is defined as time in service at systems conditions while
maintaining compliance to the MTBF specification for the device.
The product life does not represent any warranty or warranty
period. Applicable warranty and warranty period are covered by the
purchasing agreement.
6.3 Mean Time Between Failure
Mean Time Between failure (MTBF) is calculated based on part stress
analysis.
The following conditions are set for calculation:
Ambient temperature = 25°C
Table 13: SanDisk G3 SSD MTBF
Capacity (GB)
MTBF (hours)
60, 120
2,000,000
6.4 Preventive Maintenance
No preventive maintenance is required.

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7. Interface
7.1 Supported Standards
The SSD complies with the following standards:
ATA-8
Serial ATA Revision 2.6 Specification
7.2 Interface Connector Characteristics
Table 14: SanDisk G3 SSD Connector Characteristics
Parameter
Specifications
Mating/Unmating force
The force to mate a receptacle connector and
compatible plug connector should not exceed 45N
(4.6kgf)
The unmating force should not be less than 10N
(1.0kgf)
Durability
200 cycles
7.3 Interface Connector Drawing
7.3.1 SanDisk G3 SSD 1.8" 5mm Form Factor
The SanDisk G3 SSD 1.8" 5mm connector complies with Serial ATA
revision 2.6 specifications.
Signal
Segment
Power
Segment
S1
P1
Figure 4: SanDisk G3 SSD 1.8" 5mm Interface Connector View

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7.3.2 SanDisk G3 SSD 2.5" 9.5mm Form Factor
The SanDisk G3 SSD 2.5" 9.5mm connector complies with Serial ATA
revision 2.6 specifications.
Figure 5: SanDisk G3 SSD 2.5" 9.5mm Interface Connector View
7.4 Pin Assignment
Table 15: SanDisk G3 SSD 1.8" and 2.5" Signal Pin Assignment
Pin
Function
Description
Signal Segment
S1
Ground
2nd mate
S2
A+
Differential Signal Pair A
S3
A-
S4
Ground
2nd mate
S5
B-
Differential Signal Pair A
S6
B+
S7
Ground
2nd mate
1. All pins are in a single row, with a 1.27 mm (0.050”) pitch.
Table 16: SanDisk G3 SSD 1.8" Power Pin Assignment
Pin
Function
Description
Power Segment
P1
V33
3.3V Power 2nd Mate
P2
V33
3.3V Power 1st Mate
P3
Ground
1st Mate
P4
Ground
1st Mate
P5
V5
Not Connected
P6
V5
Not Connected
P7
R
Reserved
Key
Key
Key
P8
Optional
Not Connected
P9
Ground
Not Connected
1. All mate sequences assume zero angular offset between connectors
2. All pins are in a single row, with a 1.27 mm (0.050”) pitch.

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Table 17: SanDisk G3 SSD 2.5" Power Pin Assignment
Pin
Function
Description
Power Segment
P1
V33
3.3V Power
P2
V33
3.3V Power
P3
V33
3.3V Power, Pre-charge, 2nd Mate
P4
Ground
1st Mate
P5
Ground
2nd Mate
P6
Ground
2nd Mate
P7
V5
5V Power, Pre-charge, 2nd Mate
P8
V5
5V Power
P9
V5
5V Power
P10
Ground
2nd Mate
P11
DAS
Device Activity Signal
The corresponding pin to be mated with P11 in the power cable
receptacle connector shall always be grounded.
P12
Ground
1st Mate
P13
V12
12V Power, Pre-charge, 2nd Mate
P14
V12
12V Power
P15
V12
12V Power
3. All pins are in a single row, with a 1.27 mm (0.05”) pitch.

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8. Supported ATA Commands
Command Name
Command Code
ATA standard commands
Download Microcode
92h
Execute Device Diagnostic
90h
Flush Cache
E7h
Identify Device
ECh
Identify Device DMA
EEh
Initialize Device Parameters
91h
NOP
00h
Read Buffer
E4h
Read DMA
C8h or C9h
Read Log DMA Ext
47h
Read Log Ext
2Fh
Read Multiple
C4h
Read Sectors
20h or 21h
Read Verify Sectors
40h or 41h
Set Features
EFh
Write Buffer
E8h
Write DMA
CAh
Write Log Ext
3Fh
Write Multiple
C5h
Write Sectors
30h or 31h
Write Verify
3Ch
Set Features sub-
commands:
Disable Advanced Power Management
85h
Disable look-ahead
55h
Disable reverting to power-on defaults
66h
Disable write cache
82h
Enable Advanced Power Management
05h
Enable look-ahead
AAh
Enable reverting to power-on defaults
CCh
Enable SATA Feature - software Setting Preservation
10h
Enable SATA Feature- software Setting Preservation
90h
Enable write cache (default: On)
02h
Set transfer mode
03h
Data set management command set
Data Set Management
06h
ATA standard 48-bit address command set
Flush Cache Ext
EAh
Read FDMA Queued
60h
Read DMA Extended
25h

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Read Multiple Extended
29h
Read Native Max Address Ext
27h
Read Sectors Extended
24h
Read Verify Sectors Extended
42h
Set Max Address Extended
37h
Write FDMA Queued
61h
Write DMA Extended
35h
Write Multiple Extended
39h
Write Sectors Extended
34h
Write Uncorrectable Ext
45h
ATA standard S.M.A.R.T commands
S.M.A.R.T Disable automatic offline
B0h /DBh
S.M.A.R.T Disable Operations
B0h /D9h
S.M.A.R.T Enable Disable Attribute Autosave
B0h /D2h
S.M.A.R.T Enable Operations
B0h /D8h
S.M.A.R.T Execute Offline Immediate
B0h /D4h
S.M.A.R.T Read Attribute Thresholds
B0h/D1h
S.M.A.R.T Read Data
B0h/D0h
S.M.A.R.T Read Log
B0h /D5h
S.M.A.R.T Return Status
B0h /DAh
S.M.A.R.T Save Attribute Values
B0h /D3h
S.M.A.R.T Write Log
B0h /D6h
Set Multiple Mode
C6h
ATA standard device configuration overlay command set
Device Configuration Freeze lock
B1h/C1h
Device Configuration Identify
B1h/C2h
Device Configuration Restore
B1h/C0h
Device Configuration Set
B1h/C3h
ATA standard security commands
Security Disable Password
F6h
Security Erase Prepare
F3h
Security Erase Unit
F4h
Security Freeze Lock
F5h
Security Set Password
F1h
Security Unlock
F2h
ATA standard power management commands
Check Power Mode
98h or E5h
Idle
97h or E3h
Idle Immediate
95h or E1h
Sleep
99h or E6h
Standby
96h or E2h
Standby Immediate
94h or E0h