Seagate ST6000NM005B 6TB Enterprise Hard Drive

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6 TB of storage in a 3.5 inch form factor delivers capacity at scale while optimising space utilization in data centers 4Kn SAS 2M- Hr MTBF 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

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Make Seagate
Manufacturer Seagate Technology
Category Video Surveillance>Storage
Model code ST6000NM005B
Series Seagate Exos hard drives
Storage type HDD
Capacity 6 TB
Interface 12 Gb/s SAS
Spin Speed 7200 RPM
Cache 256 MB
Maximum Operating Shock Read - 70 Gs / Write - 40 Gs
Length 147
Width 102
Height 26
Weight 650
AFR / MTBF 0.44%, 2,000,000 hours
Operating temperature 5 ~ 60 C

Product description

Seagate's Exos ST6000NM005B hard drive is engineered to satisfy the high demands of modern enterprises and data centers, offering a blend of massive storage capacity and reliable performance. With a capacity of 6TB in a 3.5-inch form factor, this drive is perfect for optimizing space in high-density storage environments.

Outstanding Features

  • Unmatched Capacity: Offers 6TB storage, ideal for large-scale deployments.
  • Breakthrough Areal Density: Achieves up to 3TB per platter for increased storage efficiency.
  • Robust Reliability: Rated with a MTBF of 2 million hours for continuous operation, making it highly reliable for mission-critical applications.
  • Sustainability: Built using more renewable energy and recycled materials, aligning with eco-friendly initiatives.
  • Enterprise-Grade Security: Features Seagate Secure™ technology to protect data from threats.

Ideal Use Cases

Designed for intensive applications, the Exos drive excels in high-capacity, dense RAID environments, virtualized systems, and content delivery networks. It is well-suited for enterprise backup and restore solutions, distributed file systems like Hadoop and Ceph, and data archiving tasks, ensuring seamless operations in large NAS setups with more than 16 drive bays.

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