Seagate ST28000NM003K 28TB Enterprise Hard Drive
Technical Specification
- Make: Seagate
- Model code: ST28000NM003K
- Series: Seagate Exos hard drives
- Storage type: HDD
- Capacity: 28 TB
28 TB of storage in a 3.5 inch form factor delivers capacity at scale while optimising space utilization in data centers 2.5M- Hr MTBF PowerBalance™ feature optimizes Watts/TB Seagate Secure™ for data protection enhances security, safeguarding data against threats in enterprise environments Best-fit applications include High-capacity, dense RAlD or erasure coded storage; Content delivery and distribution; Virtualised environments; Big-data analytics; Enterprise backup and restore — D2D, virtual tape; Distributed file systems, including Hadoop and Ceph; Mainstream enterprise external storage arrays; NAS systems exceeding 16 drive bays; Data archiving
Read more| Make | Seagate |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Seagate Technology |
| Category | Video Surveillance>Storage |
| Model code | ST28000NM003K |
| Series | Seagate Exos hard drives |
| Storage type | HDD |
| Capacity | 28 TB |
| Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
| Spin Speed | 7200 RPM |
| Cache | 512 MB |
| Maximum Operating Shock | 30 Gs |
| Length | 147 |
| Width | 102 |
| Height | 26 |
| Weight | 695 |
| AFR / MTBF | 0.35%, 2,500,000 hours |
| Operating temperature | 10 ~ 60 C |
Product description
Introducing the Seagate Exos ST28000NM003K, the pinnacle of data storage innovation, designed to meet the needs of modern enterprise environments. This hard drive offers an impressive 28 TB of storage capacity, contained within an industry-standard 3.5-inch form factor. It maximizes storage efficiency through groundbreaking areal density, packing 3 TB per platter to optimize footprint in data centers.
Technical Features
- Capacity: 28 TB in a 3.5-inch form factor
- Areal Density: Achieves 3 TB per platter
- Spindle Speed: 7,200 RPM for consistent performance
- Interface: SATA 6 Gb/s ensures broad compatibility
- Transfer Rate: Max sustained transfer rate of 270 MB/s
- Reliability: 2.5M-hour MTBF and a 5-year limited warranty
The Exos hard drive employs Seagate's advanced Mozaic™ technology, integrating 90% of proven components for reliability spearheaded by new innovations. Its helium-sealed design enhances drive robustness and protection against leaks, while the PowerBalance™ feature ensures energy efficiency with optimal watts per terabyte.
Ideal Use Cases
Seagate's Exos ST28000NM003K is perfect for high-density RAID configurations, virtualized environments, content delivery systems, and enterprise-grade backup solutions. It's also compatible with distributed file systems like Hadoop and Ceph, and well-suited for data archiving and external storage arrays.
With the integration of Seagate Secure™, this drive offers built-in data protection, further securing your data in enterprise settings. Excelling in eco-friendliness, it is crafted with renewable energy and recycled materials, helping businesses pursue sustainability goals.
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