Seagate ST8000NM007B 8TB Enterprise Hard Drive
Technical Specification
- Make: Seagate
- Model code: ST8000NM007B
- Series: Seagate Exos hard drives
- Storage type: HDD
- Capacity: 8 TB
8 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 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 | ST8000NM007B |
| Series | Seagate Exos hard drives |
| Storage type | HDD |
| Capacity | 8 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 | 716 |
| AFR / MTBF | 0.44%, 2,000,000 hours |
| Operating temperature | 5 ~ 60 C |
Product description
Introducing the Seagate Exos ST8000NM007B, designed for cloud and enterprise environments that demand high-capacity storage and efficient power use. With a robust 8TB of storage, this 3.5-inch hard drive excels in AI and data-intensive applications, offering an optimal balance of performance and space efficiency in any data center.
Key Features
- Impressive Capacity: Provides ample space with 8TB, perfectly aligning with the storage needs of high-density RAID and erasure-coded configurations.
- Remarkable Areal Density: Leveraging 3TB per platter technology, it supports increased storage without enlarging the physical footprint, further enhancing data center efficiency.
- Enterprise Reliability: Rated with an MTBF of 2 million hours and a 5-year limited warranty, this drive is built to meet the rigorous demands of enterprise workloads.
- Advanced Security: Includes Seagate Secure™ for enhanced data protection, ensuring data integrity against potential threats.
Ideal Use Cases
This Seagate Exos model is tailored for a variety of storage-intensive applications including big data analytics, virtualization, and expansive NAS systems. It thrives in environments requiring robust, reliable storage performance like content delivery networks and distributed file systems such as Hadoop and Ceph.
The Exos ST8000NM007B also features advanced management tools like PowerBalance™, optimizing performance while minimizing energy costs—ideal for businesses aiming to reduce environmental impact through sustainable practices.
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