3.3 Removable Storage Flashcards
What is removable storage?
Devices that store data and can be easily moved between computers without opening the case (e.g., USB drives, memory cards).
What are hot swappable devices?
Devices that can be connected or disconnected without powering down the computer (e.g., USB, Thunderbolt, eSATA).
What is required for SATA hot swapping?
AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface) must be enabled in BIOS/UEFI.
What is the data transfer speed of USB 3.0?
Up to 5 Gbps.
What is the data transfer speed of eSATA?
Up to 6 Gbps.
What is the data transfer speed of USB 3.2 or USB 4?
Up to 40 Gbps.
What is a drive enclosure?
A device that converts an internal HDD or SSD into an external drive.
What are common interfaces for drive enclosures?
USB, Thunderbolt, eSATA.
What are the advantages of a drive enclosure?
Portability and protection for internal components.
What is a flash drive?
A portable, lightweight USB storage device for small data transfers or backups.
What are the limitations of flash drives?
Slower than SSDs and less durable over repeated writes.
What are memory cards commonly used for?
Devices like cameras, smartphones, and IoT systems.
What are common types of memory cards?
SD, MicroSD, CompactFlash, Memory Stick.
What is the speed of a UHS-1 memory card?
Up to 108 MB/s.
What is the speed of a UHS-2 memory card?
Up to 312 MB/s.
What is the speed of a UHS-3 memory card?
Up to 624 MB/s.
What memory card speed is ideal for 4K video recording?
UHS-3.
What is a tape drive?
A device used for backups, often in enterprise environments.
What are the advantages of tape drives?
Cost-effective for large backups and supports offsite storage.
What is the storage capacity of LTO Ultrium tapes?
Up to 3 TB per tape.
What are floppy disks?
Legacy storage devices with a capacity of ~1.44 MB for 3.5-inch disks.
When are floppy disks still used?
In legacy systems like industrial or military hardware.
What is a common solution for modern compatibility with floppy disks?
External USB floppy drives.
What are USB flash drives best for?
Portable storage and quick data transfers.
What are tape drives ideal for?
Enterprise backups and disaster recovery storage.
What are memory cards best suited for?
Mobile devices, cameras, and portable storage.
What storage device is ideal for high-speed external connections?
USB 3.2/4 or Thunderbolt external drives.
