Seagate ST8000NM018B 8TB Enterprise Hard Drive
Technical Specification
- Make: Seagate
- Model code: ST8000NM018B
- 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 512e/4KN (FastFormat) 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
Read more| Make | Seagate |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Seagate Technology |
| Category | Video Surveillance>Storage |
| Model code | ST8000NM018B |
| 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 ST8000NM018B, a robust addition to the Exos series, designed for demanding cloud and enterprise environments. Featuring up to 8 TB capacity in an industry-standard 3.5-inch form factor, this hard drive optimizes storage efficiency and supports AI-driven data analysis tasks seamlessly.
Key Features
- Massive Capacity: Delivers up to 3 TB per platter, maximizing data storage while maintaining the same physical footprint.
- Unrivaled Reliability: Boasting a 2 million-hour MTBF, ensuring consistent, round-the-clock performance.
- Advanced Technology: Incorporates Mozaic™ technology, leveraging 90% proven components for top-tier efficiency.
- Sustainable Design: Built with renewable energy and recycled materials, aligning with eco-friendly initiatives.
- Data Protection: Features Seagate Secure™ technology, providing robust data security against threats.
Ideal Use Cases
The ST8000NM018B excels in high-capacity RAID setups, content distribution networks, and virtualized environments. It's also perfect for enterprise backup and data archiving, ensuring seamless integration within distributed file systems like Hadoop and Ceph.
With easy compatibility and efficient cooling, the Seagate Exos ST8000NM018B stands as a paragon of storage solutions, elevating your data infrastructure to new heights.
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