Peak transfer rates: 150MB or 1.5Gbps are achieved over a 7-pin interface
Superset of capabilities beyond those of parallel ATA will enable additional usage models and over time allow serial ATA to migrate into lower-cost PC, Notebooks, set-top boxes, low-end workstations, servers, and low-cost raid storage units
New form factor establishes a common interface for both 3.5 and 2.5-inch drives
In addition to the small 7-pin signal segment, 15-pin power segment is defined in the interface allowing use of 12, 5, and 3.3V
Combined signal and power interface
Built-in hot-plug capability
Offers great advantage for blind mate applications such as notebook media bays or raid storage units
