Seagate ST6000NM021B 6TB enterprise hard drive

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6 TB of storage in a 3.5 inch form factor delivers capacity at scale while optimising space utilisation in data centres 512e/4KN (FastFormat™) SATA 2M- Hr MTBF Seagate Secure™ for data protection enhances security, safeguarding data against threats in enterprise environments Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) model 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

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Make Seagate
Manufacturer Seagate Technology
Category CCTV>Storage
Model code ST6000NM021B
Series Seagate Exos hard drives
Storage type HDD
Capacity 6 TB
Interface SATA 6Gb/s
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

The Seagate Exos ST6000NM021B hard drive offers a compelling solution for handling expansive data demands while maintaining cost-efficiency. This model, part of the renowned Exos series, is tailored for cutting-edge cloud and enterprise environments, delivering superior storage capacity and energy efficiency essential for AI and data-intensive applications.

Key Features

  • Impressive Capacity: Experience a robust 6 TB storage space within a compact 3.5-inch form factor, optimising data centre footprint and enhancing scalability.
  • Enterprise-Class Reliability: Equipped with a rigorous enterprise-grade design, the Exos series offers enduring and consistent performance, with a 5-year limited warranty and 2.5 million-hour MTBF rating.
  • Advanced Technology: Incorporates the innovative Mozaic™ technology, combining proven excellence and next-gen advancements, ensuring reliable data storage.
  • Environmental and Integration Benefits: Supports sustainability initiatives through reduced environmental impact utilising recycled materials, PowerBalance™ technology for improved power efficiency, and straightforward integration into existing systems.

Ideal Use Cases

The Seagate Exos ST6000NM021B is engineered for diverse applications, including high-capacity RAID setups, virtualised environments, enterprise backup and restore, and data archiving. Its robust design caters to Hadoop and Ceph distributed file systems and suits NAS systems with more than 16 drive bays. As businesses aim for dependable and scalable solutions, this drive stands out as a preferred choice.

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