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Seagate ST18000NM001D 18TB Enterprise Hard Drive
Technical Specification
- Make: Seagate
- Model code: ST18000NM001D
- Series: Exos X20
- Storage type: HDD
- Capacity: 18 TB
Seagate Secure™ features for safe, affordable, fast, and easy drive retirement 2.5M- Hr MTBF PowerBalance™ feature optimizes Watts/TB Digital environmental sensors to monitor internal drive conditions for optimal operation and performance Best-fit applications include Hyperscale applications/cloud data centers, high-capacity density RAID storage, Mainstream enterprise external storage arrays, Enterprise backup and restore — D2D, virtual tape, Centralized surveillance Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) model
Read more| Make | Seagate |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Seagate Technology |
| Category | Video Surveillance>Storage |
| Model code | ST18000NM001D |
| Series | Exos X20 |
| Storage type | HDD |
| Capacity | 18 TB |
| Interface | 12 Gb/s SAS |
| Spin Speed | 7200 RPM |
| Cache | 256 MB |
| Maximum Operating Shock | 40 Gs |
| Length | 147 |
| Width | 102 |
| Height | 26 |
| Weight | 670 |
| AFR / MTBF | 0.35%, 2,500,000 hours |
| Operating temperature | 5 ~ 60 C (41 ~ 140 F) |
Product description
Seagate Exos X20 ST18000NM001D: Unleash Massive Storage Capabilities
The Seagate Exos X20, model ST18000NM001D, is a powerhouse in the world of storage solutions, offering an unparalleled 18TB of capacity. Built for ultimate rack-space efficiency, it stands as a reliable choice for hyperscale and cloud data centers. With seamless compatibility for massive scale-out and big data applications, it ensures industry-leading performance.
Key Features
- High-Capacity Storage: 18TB HDD for maximizing petabytes per rack, crucial for enterprise-level applications.
- Proven Reliability: Backed by a 5-year limited warranty and a 2.5M-hour MTBF rating for peace of mind.
- Advanced Technology: Helium-sealed design enhances protection, reduces weight, and optimizes power consumption with PowerBalance™ technology.
- Robust Security: Seagate Secure™ features enable safe, fast, and affordable data retirement.
- Enhanced Data Performance: Engineered with enhanced caching for accelerated data transfers. Supports 7,200 RPM with a sustained transfer rate of 285MB/s.
Ideal Use Cases
Ideal for scalable hyperscale applications, centralized surveillance, big data analytics, and enterprise scale-out data centers, the Seagate Exos X20 delivers optimized storage and protection. Its ability to operate efficiently in diverse conditions makes it a favored choice for RAID storage solutions and enterprise backup systems.
With robust support for distributed file systems like Hadoop and Ceph, the Exos X20 is a strategic asset for businesses looking to scale and optimize their data infrastructure. Its helium-sealed design ensures operational integrity and energy efficiency, making it a forward-thinking choice in today's demanding data environments.
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