Seagate ST18000NM0012 Storage Specifications

Seagate ST18000NM0012 18TB enterprise hard drive

Technical Specification

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Make: Seagate
Model code: ST18000NM0012
Series: Exos 2X18
Storage type: HDD
Capacity: 18 TB

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MACH.2 technology enables up to 2× the performance of an enterprise single-actuator 3.5-inch hard drive 2.5M- Hr MTBF PowerBalance™ feature optimises Watts/TB Digital environmental sensors to monitor internal drive conditions for optimal operation and performance Best-fit applications include Hyperscale applications/cloud data centres, Massive scale-out data centers, Big data applications, Content delivery networks, Mainstream enterprise external, storage arrays, Distributed file systems, including Hadoop and Ceph, Enterprise backup and restore—D2D, virtual tape Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) model

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Make	Seagate
Manufacturer	Seagate Technology
Category	CCTV>Storage
Model code	ST18000NM0012
Series	Exos 2X18
Storage type	HDD
Capacity	18 TB
Interface	12 Gb/s SAS
Spin Speed	7200 RPM
Cache	256 MB
Maximum Operating Shock	40 Gs
Length	147 mm
Width	102 mm
Height	26 mm
Weight	665 g
AFR / MTBF	0.35%, 2,500,000 hours
Operating temperature	5 ~ 60 C (41 ~ 140 F)
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Seagate Exos 2X18 Hard Drive - Model ST18000NM0012

Engineered for the demands of hyperscale storage markets, the Seagate Exos 2X18 model ST18000NM0012 sets a new benchmark in the realm of high-capacity enterprise storage solutions. This 18TB hard drive leverages Seagate's innovative MACH.2™ dual-actuator technology, delivering up to double the performance of traditional single-actuator drives.

Key Features

MACH.2™ Technology: Achieves up to 2× the performance, ensuring highest rack space efficiency.
PowerBalance™ Feature: Optimises IOPS/Watt for a sustainable performance model.
Helium Sealed Design: Reduces overall power and weight for lower total cost of ownership.
Extended Reliability: Supported by a robust enterprise-class warranty and MTBF of 2.5 million hours.
Environmental Monitoring: Digital sensors maintain optimal operating conditions by monitoring internal parameters.

Ideal Use Cases

The Seagate Exos 2X18 is the perfect choice for a variety of demanding data environments, including hyperscale applications, cloud data centres, big data landscapes, and distributed file systems such as Hadoop and Ceph. Its exceptional performance makes it an optimal solution for enterprise-grade external storage arrays and content delivery networks, ensuring swift data backup and restoration capabilities.

This model is available for SATA configurations as a single 18TB logical device and integrates advanced security protocols. With high transfer rates and low power consumption, it’s tailored for intense data-driven operations in massive scale-out data centres.

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