ST16000NM000J Seagate Exos X16 16TB Enterprise Internal Hard Drive 7200 RPM, SATA 6Gb/s, 256MB Cache, CMR, 3.5 HDD

✅ Key Features

• Model: ST16000NM000J – Part of Seagate’s Exos X18 enterprise-grade lineup
• Storage Capacity: 16TB high-capacity drive for hyperscale environments
• Performance: 7200 RPM spindle speed for consistent data access
• Interface: SATA 6Gb/s interface for reliable connectivity
• Cache: 256MB cache to accelerate read/write operations
• Recording Method: CMR ensures better data integrity than SMR alternatives
• Enterprise Reliability: Engineered for 24/7 usage in data center environments
• Workload Rate Limit: Up to 550TB/year workload support for heavy-duty tasks
• Vibration Protection: Advanced Rotational Vibration (RV) sensors for multi-drive systems
• Power Efficiency: PowerBalance and PowerChoice features reduce operational costs
• MTBF: 2.5 million hours of Mean Time Between Failures for dependable uptime
• Security Options: Instant Secure Erase and SED models available (varies by SKU)
• Form Factor: 3.5-inch standard for rack-mounted server compatibility
• Use Case: Designed for cloud storage, RAID systems, and backup infrastructure
• Condition: Brand New – factory-sealed and unused

📦 Description

Take your data center or high-capacity storage array to the next level with the Seagate Exos X18 16TB Enterprise HDD. Engineered specifically to meet the demanding requirements of hyperscale cloud environments, massive scale-out data centers, and multi-drive enterprise arrays, this 3.5-inch internal hard drive delivers top-tier performance without sacrificing rack space or power efficiency. Utilizing a robust SATA III 6.0Gb/s interface and advanced helium technology, the ST16000NM000J ensures predictable, low-latency performance for your critical big data operations.

 Key Features & Performance Benefits

•       Massive 16TB Capacity for Maximum Rack Density: Optimize your storage footprints and lower overall Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) with the highest storage density per square foot.
•       Helium-Sealed Drive Design: Sealed with next-generation side-sealing weld technology to eliminate turbulence, drastically reduce mechanical wear, and offer exceptionally low power consumption and weight.
•       Elite 24/7 Enterprise Reliability: Built for grueling workloads with an incredible 550TB/year Workload Rate Limit and an elite 2.5 Million Hours MTBF, proving its ability to run non-stop under aggressive multi-user access.
•       Blazing Sustained Performance: Running at a powerful 7200 RPM spindle speed paired with an expansive 256MB multi-segmented cache, this drive achieves ultra-fast sustained data transfer rates up to 261 MB/s.
•       Advanced Power Management: Features Power Choice™ and Power Balance™ technologies, allowing enterprise admins to optimize power profiles for the ideal balance between performance and watt-per-terabyte consumption.
•       Fast Format™ (512e/4Kn) Flexibility: Ships ready for seamless integration with modern legacy systems while allowing flexible firmware options to switch layouts for optimal performance alignment.
•       5-Year Enterprise Warranty: Backed by a comprehensive 5-Year Limited Enterprise Warranty, reflecting the highest standard of enterprise-grade hardware confidence.

 Best-Fit Applications: Built for the Modern Datasphere

The Seagate Exos X18 is the ultimate commercial-grade hardware for infrastructure demanding uninterrupted availability, making it perfect for:

•       Hyperscale Applications & Cloud Data Centers: Power massive public or private cloud environments.
•       Big Data Analytics & Scale-Out Arrays: Manage distributed file systems including Hadoop and  ceph.
•       High-Density Enterprise RAID Storage: Deploy heavy-duty, multi-drive storage servers with consistent throughput.
•       Enterprise Backup and Disaster Recovery: Secure rapid, high-capacity Disk-to-Disk (D2D) and virtual tape restorations.
•       Centralized High-Resolution Surveillance: Stream and store multiple concurrent security footage feeds around the clock.

Technical Specifications

•       Brand: Seagate
•       Product Line:  Exos X18 Enterprise
•       Model Number: ST16000NM000J
•       Capacity: 16TB
•       Form Factor: 3.5-Inch
•       Interface: SATA III 6.0Gb/s
•       Spindle Speed: 7200 RPM
•       Cache: 256MB
•       Sustained Data Transfer Rate: 261 MB/s
•       Workload Rating: 550TB / year
•       Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF): 2,500,000 Hours
•       Sector Format: Fast Format (512e / 4Kn)
•       Warranty: 5-Year Limited Enterprise Warranty

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