Seagate ST8000NM017B 8TB enterprise hard drive
Technical Specification
- Make: Seagate
- Model code: ST8000NM017B
- Series: Seagate Exos hard drives
- Storage type: HDD
- Capacity: 8 TB
8 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 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 | ST8000NM017B |
| Series | Seagate Exos hard drives |
| Storage type | HDD |
| Capacity | 8 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 | 716 g |
| AFR / MTBF | 0.44%, 2,000,000 hours |
| Operating temperature | 5 ~ 60 C |
Product description
Seagate's Exos series, featuring the ST8000NM017B model, is engineered for cutting-edge cloud and enterprise environments, offering substantial storage and efficiency enhancements for AI and data-intensive applications. This 3.5-inch form factor drive delivers up to 8 TB of storage capacity, optimising space utilisation in data centres while ensuring high-density storage solutions.
Key Features:
- Extraordinary Capacity: Up to 8 TB enables vast amounts of data storage in a standard format, making it suitable for large-scale deployments.
- Power Efficiency: PowerBalance™ technology minimises energy consumption, ensuring sustainable use without compromising performance.
- Sustainability: Built with renewable resources, aligning with modern sustainability initiatives.
- Enterprise-Class Reliability: A robust design offers a 2 million hour MTBF rating and a limited 5-year warranty for assured performance.
Ideal Use Cases:
The Exos ST8000NM017B is an ideal fit for high-capacity RAID or erasure-coded storage configurations, virtualised environments, and NAS systems exceeding 16 drive bays. It is also suited for enterprise backup, big data analytics, and distributed file system applications such as Hadoop and Ceph.
Designed with compatibility in mind, this model shares form factor and interfacing characteristics with previous generations, making integration straightforward. Engineered for minimal heat output, the drive supports efficient cooling systems, and offers Seagate Secure™ for enhanced data protection.
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