Seagate ST6000NM021B 6TB Enterprise Hard Drive
Technical Specification
- Make: Seagate
- Model code: ST6000NM021B
- Series: Seagate Exos hard drives
- Storage type: HDD
- Capacity: 6 TB
6 TB of storage in a 3.5 inch form factor delivers capacity at scale while optimising space utilization in data centers 512e/4KN (FastFormat™) SATA 2M- Hr MTBF Seagate Secure™ for data protection enhances security, safeguarding data against threats in enterprise environments Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) model 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 | ST6000NM021B |
| Series | Seagate Exos hard drives |
| Storage type | HDD |
| Capacity | 6 TB |
| Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
| Spin Speed | 7200 RPM |
| Cache | 256 MB |
| Maximum Operating Shock | Read - 70 Gs / Write - 40 Gs |
| Length | 147 |
| Width | 102 |
| Height | 26 |
| Weight | 620 |
| AFR / MTBF | 0.44%, 2,000,000 hours |
| Operating temperature | 5 ~ 60 C |
Product description
The Seagate Exos ST6000NM021B is a high-capacity, efficient hard drive designed for data-intensive applications in cloud and enterprise environments. This model offers an impressive 6 TB CMR capacity in a standard 3.5-inch form factor, enabling enterprises to maximize storage solutions without compromising on space efficiency. The Exos drives are equipped with breakthrough areal density, supporting up to 3 TB per platter, ensuring optimal data center operations.
Key Features
- Massive Storage: With a 6 TB capacity, it supports large-scale data storage needs.
- Energy Efficiency: Utilizes PowerChoice™ and PowerBalance™ technology to enhance power efficiency.
- Robust Design: Incorporates helium-sealed-drive for improved handling and leak protection.
- Secure Data: Seagate Secure™ self-encrypting drive for advanced data protection and compliance with enhanced security standards.
- Extended Reliability: Backed by a 2 million-hour MTBF rating for dependable performance.
Ideal Use Cases
This Exos model is particularly suited for high-capacity RAID configurations, content delivery networks, enterprise backup, distributed file systems like Hadoop and Ceph, and large NAS systems. Its efficient cooling design allows it to perform reliably without escalating data center cooling requirements, making it a sustainable choice for environmentally-conscious businesses.
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