Seagate Exos X14 ST12000NM0008 12 TB Hard Drive – 3.5″ Internal – SATA (SATA/600)

The Seagate ST12000NM0008 is a high-capacity 12TB internal hard drive designed for enterprise-level applications, particularly optimized for Network Attached Storage (NAS) environments. This 3.5-inch drive operates at a rotational speed of 7200 RPM and features a SATA 6Gb/s interface, providing efficient data transfer rates that are essential for handling large volumes of data in multi-user scenarios. With a substantial 256MB cache, the ST12000NM0008 enhances data access speeds, making it ideal for applications that require quick retrieval and processing of files. Engineered with AgileArray technology, this drive supports RAID configurations and ensures reliability and performance in multi-bay systems, accommodating environments that demand high availability and robust data management.

In terms of durability and performance, the ST12000NM0008 is built to handle demanding workloads, supporting a workload rate limit of up to 300 TB/year. This capability makes it suitable for environments with heavy data usage, such as media servers or private cloud setups. The drive boasts an impressive mean time between failures (MTBF) rating of 2.5 million hours, indicating its reliability for continuous operation. Additionally, features such as rotational vibration sensors and error recovery control further enhance data integrity during operation, ensuring that users can depend on their storage solutions for critical tasks. With its combination of high capacity, performance, and durability, the Seagate ST12000NM0008 is an excellent choice for users looking to expand their NAS storage capabilities while ensuring optimal performance and data protection.