Fact Sheet 01.101
December 2013
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Features
Industry Standard mini-Serial ATA (miniSATA
or mSATA) Host Interface
- SATA 1.5 Gb/s or SATA 3.0 Gb/s 1)
- ATA/ATAPI-8 compliant
- Supports 48-bit address feature set
Performance
- Sequential data read -
Up to 120 MByte/sec*
- Sequential data write -
Up to 80 MByte/sec*
* measured using 128 KByte transfer size
Power Management
- 3.3V power supply
- Host SATA interface power management
- Immediate disabling of unused circuitry
without host intervention
Power Specifications 2)
- Active mode:
1070mW typical (GLS86FA032G1)
820mW typical (GLS86FA016G1)
810mW typical (GLS86FA008G1)
- Idle/Standby mode: as low as 380mW typical
- Sleep mode: as low as 110mW typical
Expanded Data Protection
- Added data security through user-selectable
protection zones
Integrated Voltage Detector
- Detects supply voltage fluctuations and
generates reset during power-up and power-
down to prevent inadvertent writes
Supports SMART Commands
Supports TRIM Commands
20-Byte Serial Number
- Factory pre-programmed 10-Byte unique ID
- User-programmable 10-Byte ID
Robust Built-in ECC
NAND Configuration
- 1 bit per cell (SLC)
Temperature Range
- Industrial: -40°C to 85°C
JEDEC standard MO-300 mSATA form factor
- 29.85 mm x 50.80 mm x 4.8 mm
All Devices are RoHS Compliant
1) Current product revision supports SATA Revision 1.x with
host transfer rate of up to 1.5 Gb/s (i.e. SATA 1.5 Gb/s).
SATA 3.0 Gb/s refers to SATA Revision 2.x and will be
supported by our planned future product revisions.
2) For management of the Sleep Mode, please refer to
“SATA NANDrive Application Design Guide.”
Product Description
The GLS86FA008G1 / 016G1 / 1032G1 Industrial
Grade miniSATA (mSATA) ArmourDrive™ solid state
drive modules (referred to as “mSATA ArmourDrive” in
this fact sheet) are high-reliability, fully integrated solid
state drives. They combine an 8, 16 or 32 GByte
SATA NANDrive™ and power interrupt data
protection circuit on a printed circuit board (PCB)
module. These products are ideal for portable
applications that require removable form factor and
more reliable data storage.
SATA-interface solid state mass storage technology is
widely used in portable and industrial computers, set-
top boxes, test and measurement instrumentation,
multi-functional printers, video and audio recorders,
network servers and car infotainment systems.
mSATA ArmourDrive is a removable solid state drive
(SSD) that provides the functionality and compatibility
of a complete SATA hard disk drive (HDD) in a 29.85
mm x 50.80 mm form factor. These products surpass
traditional storage in their small size, security,
reliability, ruggedness and low power consumption.
The integrated NAND flash controller with built-in
advanced NAND management firmware
communicates with the host through the standard
SATA protocol. It does not require any additional or
proprietary software such as the Flash File System
(FFS) and Memory Technology Driver (MTD).
mSATA ArmourDrive is pre-programmed with a 10-
Byte unique serial ID and has the option of
programming an additional 10-Byte serial ID for even
greater system security.
mSATA ArmourDrive’s advanced NAND management
technology enhances data reliability and security,
improves endurance and accurately estimates the
remaining life of the NAND flash devices. This
innovative technology combines robust NAND
controller hardware error correction capabilities with
advanced wear-leveling algorithms and bad block
management to significantly extend the life of the
product.
mSATA ArmourDrive is offered in a standard JEDEC
52-pin PCB module form factor.
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1.0 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Each mSATA ArmourDrive module contains a NANDrive multi-chip package, which integrates a SATA NAND
flash memory controller with up to eight discrete NAND flash die. Refer to Figure 2-1 for the mSATA ArmourDrive
block diagram.
1.1 Optimized mSATA ArmourDrive
The heart of mSATA ArmourDrive is the SATA NAND
flash memory controller which translates standard
SATA signals into flash media data and control
signals. The following components contribute to
mSATA ArmourDrive’s operation.
1.1.1 Microcontroller Unit (MCU)
The MCU translates SATA commands into data and
control signals required for flash media operation.
1.1.2 Internal Direct Memory Access (DMA)
mSATA ArmourDrive uses internal DMA allowing
instant data transfer from/to buffer to/from flash media.
This implementation eliminates microcontroller
overhead associated with the traditional, firmware-
based approach, thereby increasing the data transfer
rate.
1.1.3 Power Management Unit (PMU)
The PMU controls the power consumption of mSATA
ArmourDrive. The PMU dramatically reduces the
power consumption of mSATA ArmourDrive by putting
the part of the circuitry that is not in operation into
sleep mode.3)
The Flash File System handles inadvertent power
interrupts and has auto-recovery capability to ensure
mSATA ArmourDrive firmware integrity. For regular
power management, the host must send an
IDLE_IMMEDIATE command and wait for command
ready before powering down mSATA ArmourDrive.
3) For management of the Sleep Mode, please refer to
“SATA NANDrive Application Design Guide.”
1.1.4 Embedded Flash File System
The embedded flash file system is an integral part of
mSATA ArmourDrive. It contains MCU firmware that
performs the following tasks:
1. Translates host side signals into flash media
writes and reads
2. Provides flash media wear leveling to spread the
flash writes across all memory address space to
increase the longevity of flash media
3. Keeps track of data file
structures
4. Manages system security for the selected
protection zones
1.1.5 Power Interrupt Data Protection
Dedicated power failure detection and backup power
circuitry are built in to prevent data integrity issues
due to sudden power interruptions.
1.1.6 Error Correction Code (ECC)
High performance is achieved through optimized
hardware error detection and correction.
1.1.7 Serial Communication Interface (SCI)
The Serial Communication Interface (SCI) is designed
for error reporting. During the product development
stage, it is recommended to provide the SCI port on
the PCB to aid in design validation.
1.1.8 Multi-tasking Interface
The multi-tasking interface enables concurrent Read,
Program and Erase operations to multiple NAND flash
media.
1.2 Advanced NAND Management
mSATA ArmourDrive’s integrated controller uses
advanced wear-leveling algorithms to substantially
increase the longevity of NAND flash media. Wear
caused by data writes is evenly distributed in all or
select blocks in the device that prevents “hot spots” in
locations that are programmed and erased extensively.
This effective wear-leveling technique results in
optimized device endurance, enhanced data retention
and higher reliability required by long-life applications.
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2.0 FUNCTIONAL BLOCKS
MCU
SATA
I/F
Internal DMA
Memory
Channel
I/F
NAND Controller
ECC
SRAM Buffer
HOST I/F
ArmourDrive
mSATA Flash Media I/F
NAND I/F NAND
Chips
NAND
Chips
NAND
Chips
NAND
Chips
NAND
Flash
Power Interrupt Data
Protection Circuitry
SCI
PMU
Figure 2-1: mSATA ArmourDrive Block Diagram
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3.0 APPENDIX
3.1 Product Ordering Information
GLS 86 FA xxx G1 - BNxxx
XX XX XXX XX - XXXXX
Ordering Code 4)
BNxxx = AmourDrive revision
NAND Configuration
1 = 1 bit per cell (SLC)
GByte or TByte Designator
G = GByte
Capacity
008 = 8 GByte
016 = 16 GByte
032 = 32 GByte
Product Generation
A = First generation
Form Factor
F = Full length (mSATA)
Product Series
86 = mSATA ArmourDrive
4) Note that the top side marking on the package typically does not include ordering codes (e.g. BNxxx), unless it is a special custom
specification (C-SPEC) required by the end-customer to be marked on the device.
Valid Combinations
Valid product combinations are those that are in the mass production or will be in the mass production. Consult your Greenliant sales
representative to confirm availability of the valid combinations and to determine availability of new product combinations.
Table 3-1: mSATA ArmourDrive Product Valid Ordering Numbers
Capacity
Operating Temperature
Part Number
Form Factor
8GB
Industrial (-40°C to 85°C)
GLS86FA008G1-BN001
JEDEC MO-300 (full length)
16GB
Industrial (-40°C to 85°C)
GLS86FA016G1-BN001
JEDEC MO-300 (full length)
32GB
Industrial (-40°C to 85°C)
GLS86FA032G1-BN001
JEDEC MO-300 (full length)
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3.2 Board Diagrams
TOP VIEW SIDE VIEW
BOTTOM VIEW
Note: All dimensions are in millimeters, unless otherwise specified.
Tolerances on all dimensions are ± 0.15 mm, unless otherwise specified.
Figure 3-1: mSATA ArmourDrive Dimensions
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TOP VIEW
BOTTOM VIEW
Note: All dimensions are in millimeters, unless otherwise specified.
Tolerances on all dimensions are ± 0.15 mm, unless otherwise specified.
Figure 3-2: mSATA ArmourDrive Connector
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3.3 Revision History
Table 3-2: Revision History
Revision
Description
Date
01.000
Initial release as Fact Sheet for GLS86FA008G1 / 016G1 / 032G1
July 18, 2013
01.100
Updated Power Specifications
October 04, 2013
01.101
Fixed typos on first page
December 10, 2013
© 2013 Greenliant Systems. All rights reserved.
Greenliant and the Greenliant logo are registered trademarks, and ArmourDrive and NANDrive are trademarks
of Greenliant Systems. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective
owners.
Specifications are subject to change without notice. Memory sizes denote raw storage capacity; actual usable
capacity may be less.
Greenliant makes no warranty for the use of its products other than those expressly contained in the Greenliant
Terms and Conditions of Sale.
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