ST8000NM003A SEAGATE Exos 8TB 12GBPS-SAS 7.2K RPM 3.5-inch Internal HDD
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Product Overview
The Seagate ST8000NM003A Exos 7E8 enterprise-class hard drive is engineered for consistent performance, superior durability, and maximum data storage capacity. With an extensive set of advanced features, this 8TB HDD is designed to meet the demands of large-scale enterprises and cloud infrastructures.
General Information
- Brand: Seagate
- Series: Exos 7E8
- Part Number: ST8000NM003A
- Form Factor: 3.5 Inch
- Drive Type: Internal Enterprise HDD
Specifications
Storage and Reliability
- Storage Capacity: 8TB of enterprise-grade space
- Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF): 2 million hours
- Super Parity: Enhanced data protection mechanism
- Humidity Sensor: Built-in environmental monitoring
- Low Halogen: Eco-friendly design standards
Interface and Connectivity
- Interface: 12Gb/s SAS with backward compatibility to 6Gb/s and 3Gb/s
- Interface Ports: Dual-port for higher availability
Performance
- Maximum Sustained Data Rate: 249 MB/s
- Average Latency: 4.16 milliseconds
- Cache Buffer: 256MB
- Rotational Speed: 7200 RPM for optimized throughput
- Advanced Write Caching: Supported with 2MB internal NOR flash
- PowerChoice™ Technology: Energy-efficient management
Physical Characteristics
- Dimensions (L x W x H): 147.0 × 101.85 × 26.1 mm
- Weight: 716 grams
Technical Highlights
Enterprise-Ready Reliability
Designed with a robust MTBF rating and enhanced durability, this drive is optimized for enterprise storage environments where uptime is critical.
High Performance Architecture
With dual SAS ports and a fast 7200 RPM rotational speed, the Seagate Exos 7E8 delivers seamless data access and transfer rates suitable for data-intensive workloads.
Energy Efficiency
Featuring PowerChoice™ technology, this HDD reduces power consumption without compromising on performance, making it ideal for data centers focused on lowering operational costs.
Key Benefits at a Glance
- 8TB high-capacity enterprise storage solution
- 12Gb/s SAS interface with dual ports for redundancy
- Robust 2 million hours MTBF for consistent uptime
- Energy-efficient operations with PowerChoice™
- Optimized for cloud, HPC, RAID, and enterprise backup
- Advanced caching technology for accelerated performance
Interface and Connectivity
This model utilizes the 12Gbps SAS interface, delivering faster data transfer rates and robust dual-port connectivity. The SAS technology ensures enhanced reliability compared to SATA, offering better performance and higher availability for mission-critical operations.
Rotational Speed and Cache
Operating at 7200 RPM, the drive balances high-speed data access with energy efficiency. It is equipped with a large cache buffer, which optimizes data handling, minimizes latency, and improves read/write operations.
Enterprise-Grade Reliability
Workload Rate Limit
The drive supports a high workload rating of up to 550TB per year, enabling it to withstand continuous, intensive use without compromising data integrity. This makes it an excellent choice for enterprise storage arrays and high-demand applications.
Durability and MTBF
Designed with a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 2.5 million hours, the Seagate Exos 8TB ensures extended operational life. Its enterprise-grade design minimizes failure risks, guaranteeing dependable service in always-on environments.
Enhanced Security Features
Integrated with Seagate Secure™ technology, the ST8000NM003A supports self-encrypting drive (SED) options and instant secure erase (ISE) for quick data disposal. These features enhance data protection and compliance with modern security standards.
Enterprise Backup and Archiving
The 8TB capacity is well-suited for backup solutions, archival systems, and disaster recovery plans. Businesses can depend on it for retaining critical information with long-term reliability.
Big Data Analytics
Data-driven organizations leverage the Exos drive for big data analysis, machine learning models, and AI-driven workloads. Its high throughput ensures rapid data access and smooth analytics processing.
High-Performance Computing (HPC)
For HPC clusters requiring large-scale storage, the ST8000NM003A provides both capacity and consistent performance, supporting researchers and developers in scientific computing and advanced simulations.
Technical Advantages
Helium-Sealed Technology
The drive uses Helium technology, reducing drag on spinning disks, lowering power consumption, and enabling higher capacity storage with lower heat generation.
Advanced Caching Algorithms
With adaptive caching, the drive improves read/write efficiency and enhances random workload performance, crucial for enterprise database applications.
Deployment Flexibility
Scalable Storage Infrastructure
The Exos drive integrates seamlessly into RAID arrays, SANs, and NAS systems, supporting enterprise-level storage expansion with minimal downtime.
Compatibility
It supports multiple operating systems and platforms, making it a flexible choice for IT administrators managing diverse enterprise systems.
Hot-Swappable Options
With SAS-based infrastructure, the drive can be configured for hot-swapping, reducing service interruptions and improving maintenance efficiency.
