ST2000NX0453 Seagate 2TB 7.2K RPM SAS-12GBPS 128MB Buffer 512N SED-FIPS Hard Drive

Product Overview

Seagate Exos 7e2000 Hard Disk Drive

The Seagate Exos 7e2000, part number ST2000NX0453, is a high-capacity 2TB hard disk drive designed for robust performance and reliability in enterprise environments.

Technical Specifications

Storage Details

• Capacity: 2 Terabytes
• Form Factor: 2.5 Inch
• Interface: SAS-12Gb/s
• Bytes Per Sector: 512n

Power and Protection Features

• PowerChoice™ On-demand Power Option: Available
• Protection Information: Enabled
• Low Halogen Compliance: Yes
• RAID Rebuild™ Support: Yes
• Average Power-on Hours Per Year: 8760 hours
• Annualized Failure Rate (AFR): 0.63%

Performance Characteristics

Speed and Efficiency

• Rotational Speed: 7200 RPM
• Interface Access Speeds: 12.0 Gb/s, 6.0 Gb/s, 3.0 Gb/s
• Average Latency: 4.16 milliseconds
• Maximum Sustained Transfer Rate: 136 Mbps
• Cache Memory: 128 MB
• Interface Ports: Dual

Physical Dimensions

Drive Measurements

• Dimensions (Height x Width x Depth): 15.00 mm x 70.10 mm x 100.45 mm
• Weight: 198 grams

Additional Details

Designed for high-reliability applications, the Seagate Exos 7e2000 offers exceptional performance and durability, making it ideal for demanding data center environments.

Capacity: 2TB

The Seagate ST2000NX0453 Hard Drive offers an impressive storage capacity of 2TB, making it the perfect choice for users who require ample space to store their valuable data. With this high capacity, you can store a vast amount of files, documents, photos, videos, and more without worrying about running out of space.

Ample Storage Space

With 2TB of storage capacity, you can store approximately 500,000 photos or 1000 hours of high-definition video. This means you can keep your entire media library, including your favorite movies and TV shows, in one place. Furthermore, professionals who work with large files such as designers, photographers, and videographers can benefit from the huge storage capacity to store and access their projects without any hassle.

Efficient Data Organization

The large capacity of the Seagate ST2000NX0453 Hard Drive allows you to keep your files organized in a single location. You no longer need to spread your files across multiple drives or worry about finding the right drive for a particular file. With all your data in one place, you can easily locate and access the files you need, saving you time and effort.

Seamless Expansion

The 2TB capacity of this hard drive ensures that you have enough room for future data growth. As your needs and demands increase over time, you can continue to add more files without worrying about reaching the storage limit. This scalability makes the Seagate ST2000NX0453 Hard Drive a reliable long-term storage solution.

RPM: 7200

The Seagate ST2000NX0453 Hard Drive operates at an impressive rotational speed of 7200 revolutions per minute (RPM). This high RPM offers numerous benefits and enhances the overall performance of the hard drive.

Faster Data Access

The 7200 RPM speed ensures faster data access, allowing you to retrieve and transfer files quickly. This is especially beneficial when working with large files or applications that require substantial data read and write speeds. With faster access to your data, you can save time and increase your productivity.

Improved System Performance

A hard drive with a higher RPM significantly improves system performance. The faster spinning speed reduces the time it takes for the hard drive to find and retrieve data. This results in faster boot times, quicker application launches, and smoother multitasking. Whether you're running resource-intensive software or simply navigating through your files, the 7200 RPM of the Seagate ST2000NX0453 Hard Drive ensures a smooth and responsive user experience.

Enhanced Gaming Experience

Gamers can benefit greatly from the 7200 RPM speed of this hard drive. The faster data access allows for quicker loading times, reducing lag and improving gameplay. Whether you're playing graphically demanding games or accessing large game files, the high RPM ensures a seamless gaming experience without interruptions.

Interface: SAS-12GBPS

The Seagate ST2000NX0453 Hard Drive features a SAS-12GBPS interface, providing users with a reliable and high-speed connection to their systems. This interface offers several advantages that enhance the overall performance and efficiency of the hard drive.

Fast Data Transfer

The SAS-12GBPS interface allows for lightning-fast data transfer rates, ensuring quick and efficient file transfers. Whether you're transferring large files or performing regular backups, the high-speed interface ensures minimal waiting time, enabling you to complete tasks more efficiently.

Enhanced Scalability

This interface offers excellent scalability, allowing you to easily connect multiple hard drives to your system. This is particularly beneficial for users who require additional storage capacity or those who work with large datasets. The SAS-12GBPS interface ensures seamless integration of multiple hard drives, providing a flexible and expandable storage solution.

Reliable Connection

The SAS-12GBPS interface provides a robust and reliable connection between the hard drive and your system. This ensures stable data transfer and minimizes the risk of data loss or corruption. Whether you're accessing critical files or running resource-intensive applications, the reliable connection offered by this interface gives you peace of mind knowing that your data is secure.

Buffer: 128MB

The Seagate ST2000NX0453 Hard Drive is equipped with an impressive 128MB buffer, enhancing its performance and efficiency. The buffer acts as a temporary storage area for frequently accessed data, resulting in several benefits for users.

Improved Data Transfer Speed

The 128MB buffer allows the hard drive to store frequently accessed data, reducing the need for continuous communication with the main storage area. This results in faster data transfer speeds as the buffer can quickly retrieve the required information without accessing the main storage area.

Efficient Multi-Tasking

The larger buffer size enables efficient multi-tasking by allowing the hard drive to handle multiple read and write requests simultaneously. This means you can run multiple applications or perform several tasks without experiencing a significant drop in performance. Whether you're editing videos, working on complex projects, or simply browsing through your files, the 128MB buffer ensures smooth and uninterrupted operation.

Enhanced System Responsiveness

The larger buffer size contributes to improved system responsiveness. By storing frequently accessed data in the buffer, the hard drive can quickly retrieve the information, resulting in faster application launches and quicker file access. This enhances the overall user experience, making your system more responsive and efficient.

Encryption: SED-FIPS

The Seagate ST2000NX0453 Hard Drive offers enhanced data security with its SED-FIPS encryption feature. This advanced encryption technology protects your sensitive information from unauthorized access or theft, providing peace of mind for users.

Data Protection

The SED-FIPS encryption feature ensures that your data remains confidential and secure, even in the event of theft or loss. This advanced encryption technology encrypts all data stored on the hard drive, making it unreadable without the appropriate encryption key. With this level of protection, you can confidently store sensitive files, personal information, or business data without worrying about unauthorized access.

Compliance with Security Standards

The SED-FIPS encryption feature meets the stringent security standards set by various organizations and regulatory bodies. Whether you're a business handling sensitive customer data or an individual concerned about personal privacy, this feature ensures compliance with security regulations and provides an added layer of protection for your data.

Secure Data Disposal

The SED-FIPS encryption feature simplifies the process of securely disposing of your hard drive. By erasing the encryption key, you can render all data stored on the hard drive permanently inaccessible. This ensures that your confidential information cannot be recovered, even if the hard drive falls into the wrong hands.

Sector Size: 512N

The Seagate ST2000NX0453 Hard Drive features a sector size of 512N, providing numerous benefits for users in terms of performance, compatibility, and data integrity.

Optimized Performance

The 512N sector size allows for optimized performance, as it aligns with the standard sector size used by most operating systems and applications. This ensures seamless integration with your existing software and hardware, eliminating any compatibility issues that may arise with non-standard sector sizes.

Data Integrity

The 512N sector size offers improved data integrity by minimizing the risk of data corruption or loss. Since most systems are designed to work with 512-byte sectors, using the same sector size on the hard drive ensures that data is read and written correctly. This reduces the chances of data errors or inconsistencies, providing a reliable storage solution for your valuable files.

Wide Compatibility

The 512N sector size ensures wide compatibility with various systems and devices. Whether you're using a Windows PC, Mac, or Linux machine, you can confidently connect the Seagate ST2000NX0453 Hard Drive without worrying about compatibility issues. Additionally, the wide compatibility extends to external storage devices or RAID setups, allowing for effortless integration into your existing setup.