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Seagate ST18000NM0272 18TB Enterprise Hard Drive
Technical Specification
- Make: Seagate
- Model code: ST18000NM0272
- Series: Exos 2X18
- Storage type: HDD
- Capacity: 18 TB
MACH.2 technology enables up to 2× the performance of an enterprise single-actuator 3.5-inch hard drive 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, Massive scale-out data centers, Big data applications, Content delivery networks, Mainstream enterprise external, storage arrays, Distributed file systems, including Hadoop and Ceph, Enterprise backup and restore—D2D, virtual tape
Read more| Make | Seagate |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Seagate Technology |
| Category | Video Surveillance>Storage |
| Model code | ST18000NM0272 |
| Series | Exos 2X18 |
| 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 | 665 |
| AFR / MTBF | 0.35%, 2,500,000 hours |
| Operating temperature | 5 ~ 60 C (41 ~ 140 F) |
Product description
Seagate Exos 2X18: High-Performance Enterprise Hard Drive
The Seagate Exos 2X18, model ST18000NM0272, represents the pinnacle of performance within Seagate's X class of hard drives, specifically designed for the demanding hyperscale storage market. Leveraging innovative MACH.2™ technology, this dual-actuator enterprise hard drive offers up to double the performance of a traditional single-actuator 3.5-inch drive, making it a standout choice for cutting-edge data centers.
Exceptional Technical Features
- Offers up to 2× the performance with MACH.2™ technology, ideal for high-density storage solutions.
- Available as two independently addressable 9TB logical units for SAS configurations or a single 18TB logical device for SATA setups.
- Helium sealed-drive design reduces power consumption and weight, optimizing total cost of ownership.
- Equipped with PowerBalance™ to enhance IOPS/Watt efficiency.
- Robust digital environmental sensors ensure optimal operational conditions.
- Backed by a 5-year limited warranty and rated at 2.5 million hours MTBF, ensuring reliability in mission-critical environments.
Ideal Use Cases
The Seagate Exos 2X18 is perfectly suited for hyperscale applications and cloud data centers, offering substantial advantages in massive scale-out data implementations. It's an optimal choice for big data applications, content delivery networks, and enterprise-grade backup solutions, including D2D and virtual tape systems. Its compatibility with distributed file systems like Hadoop and Ceph positions it as a versatile tool for sophisticated data management tasks.
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