Product Description
16TB, 7200RPM, SATA 6Gb/s, 3.5" enterprise-class HDD built for 24/7 duty in NVRs, DVRs, RAID arrays and servers.
Key specs
- Capacity: 16TB per drive — fewer bays needed to hit a target array size, useful when NVR chassis or rack space is limited
- Interface: SATA 6Gb/s
- Spindle speed: 7200 RPM, for consistent sustained throughput rather than burst performance
- Form factor: 3.5-inch
- Workload rating: high — rated for multi-drive, continuous read/write environments rather than intermittent desktop use
- Caching: advanced caching architecture to sustain throughput under continuous load
- Security: Seagate Secure technology for hardware-based data protection
- Build: enhanced vibration tolerance, relevant when several drives share a chassis or rack and resonance becomes a factor
Where it fits on a job
The ST16000NM001G is positioned for data centre, enterprise storage array and professional surveillance deployments — multi-channel NVR builds, video storage servers and RAID configurations where sustained write duty and long-term stability matter more than peak speed. The high workload rating and vibration tolerance are the two specs to check against your enclosure design before speccing multiple units in one chassis.
Enterprise-grade architecture is stated as compatible with leading storage platforms and surveillance systems, but always confirm against your specific NVR/RAID controller's supported drive list before ordering in volume.
Specifications
- Brand
- Seagate
- Capacity
- 16TB
- Connector Type
- SATA
Technical Specifications
Frequently Asked Questions
What workload is the Exos X16 rated for?
It carries a high workload rating intended for multi-drive, sustained read/write environments such as RAID arrays and multi-channel NVR systems, not casual desktop use.
Does it include any data protection features?
Yes — it incorporates Seagate Secure technology for hardware-based data protection.
Is this drive suitable for dense multi-bay enclosures?
It's built with enhanced vibration tolerance for stable operation in dense storage enclosures and rack-mounted systems, which is worth checking against your chassis design.
What interface and speed does it use?
SATA 6Gb/s at 7200 RPM, giving consistent throughput for continuous operation.
