Disc drive data rates have not exceeded ATA100 limits yet, why should I switch to Serial ATA?
The maximum internal data rate on an IDE disc drive today is ~133MB/sec. That data path in PATA has reached its limit. Serial ATA allows disc drives to continue to offer performance and reliability at cost parity to Parallel ATA. In addition, Serial ATA interface requires less voltage meaning better power consumption and management in both desktop and mobile applications. The thinner cable allows for flexible designs and improved airflow in smaller form-factors.
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