Seagate ST2000NM018B 2TB enterprise hard drive
Technical Specification
- Make: Seagate
- Model code: ST2000NM018B
- Series: Seagate Exos hard drives
- Storage type: HDD
- Capacity: 2 TB
2 TB of storage in a 3.5 inch form factor delivers capacity at scale while optimising space utilisation in data centres 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 | CCTV>Storage |
| Model code | ST2000NM018B |
| Series | Seagate Exos hard drives |
| Storage type | HDD |
| Capacity | 2 TB |
| Interface | 12 Gb/s SAS |
| Spin Speed | 7200 RPM |
| Cache | 256 MB |
| Maximum Operating Shock | Read - 70 Gs / Write - 40 Gs |
| Length | 147 mm |
| Width | 102 mm |
| Height | 26 mm |
| Weight | 620 g |
| AFR / MTBF | 0.44%, 2,000,000 hours |
| Operating temperature | 5 ~ 60 C |
Product description
Introducing the Seagate Exos ST2000NM018B, a powerhouse in efficient storage solutions for artificial intelligence and data-intensive tasks. This hard drive offers expansive storage options and energy-saving benefits, making it ideal for cutting-edge cloud and enterprise data centres.
Key Features
- Unmatched Capacity: As part of the Exos family, this model provides up to 2 TB in a compact 3.5-inch form factor, maximising space utilisation
- Breakthrough Areal Density: Incorporates 3 TB per platter, enhancing capacity efficiency for AI-driven operations
- Reliability and Excellence: Combining 90% of trusted components from previous generations with the latest Mozaic™ technology
- Environmentally Conscious Design: Utilises more renewable energy and recycled materials than earlier models, aligning with sustainability goals
- Seagate Secure™: Provides built-in data protection to safeguard against security threats
Ideal Use Cases
This hard drive is perfect for high-capacity RAID storage, virtualised environments, NAS systems exceeding 16 drive bays, and enterprise backup solutions like distributed file systems (e.g., Hadoop and Ceph). Additionally, its robust features support content delivery networks and data archiving tasks.
The Seagate Exos ST2000NM018B meets industry standards for reliability with an average MTBF of 2 million hours and operates effectively around the clock. Advanced features like PowerBalance™ Technology ensure efficient watts per terabyte, aiding in optimal energy consumption while maintaining performance.
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