Seagate ST18000VE002 SkyHawk AI 18 TB Hard Drive 3.5″ Internal SATA SATA/600

The Seagate ST18000VE002 is an 18TB hard drive designed for enterprise storage applications, particularly for high-capacity data storage systems. It utilizes Helium-based drive technology, which helps reduce internal friction and power consumption, leading to improved performance and energy efficiency. This model is part of Seagate’s Exos X18 series, offering excellent durability and reliability for demanding workloads. The ST18000VE002 is designed to support high-density storage in data centers, with a 7200 RPM speed that delivers solid read/write speeds for large datasets. Additionally, the drive is equipped with SATA III (6Gb/s) interface, ensuring high data transfer rates and compatibility with most enterprise systems.

This 18TB hard drive is built to handle sequential workloads, making it a strong contender for applications such as cloud storage, media archiving, and backup solutions. The Seagate ST18000VE002 also includes advanced security features like self-encrypting drive (SED) options for data protection, which can be essential in regulated industries. With a 5-year warranty, this hard drive provides an assurance of longevity and reliability for enterprises seeking to scale their storage capabilities. Its ability to handle up to 550TB per year workload rate makes it suitable for environments that require high availability and consistent performance under heavy data loads.