Seagate
Seagate Exos 7E8 4TB 2 in 1 accessory
Enterprise SATA hard drive holds 4TB at 7200 RPM with 256MB cache for continuous 24x7 workloads
- 4TB capacity for extensive enterprise storage
- 7200RPM spindle speed handles heavy 24x7 workloads
- 256MB cache with TurboBoost accelerates data transfers
- 512n SATA 6Gb/s interface enables easy integration
- Customizable power options reduce total ownership cost
Enterprise Storage Foundation
The Seagate Exos 7E8 is a 3.5 inch internal hard drive built for continuous operation in server racks and JBOD enclosures. It delivers 4TB of capacity through a SATA 6Gb/s interface spinning at 7200RPM with a 256MB cache. The 512n sector format ensures broad compatibility with existing storage infrastructure.
Suited for Bulk Workloads
This drive targets administrators managing high-capacity bulk storage, archival repositories, or nearline server deployments running 24x7. Buyers needing low-latency random access for transactional databases or boot volumes should evaluate solid-state alternatives instead. The mechanical design also makes it unsuitable for mobile or shock-prone environments.
Capacity and Sustained Throughput
The 4000GB volume handles multi-terabyte datasets, backup targets, and media libraries with consistent sequential bandwidth. Enhanced Caching and TurboBoost technologies optimise write performance and protect data during unexpected power loss events. Workloads demanding sustained high IOPS or sub-millisecond latency will exceed the mechanical limits of this platform.
Highlights
- 4TB capacity for extensive enterprise storage
- 7200RPM spindle speed handles heavy 24x7 workloads
- 256MB cache with TurboBoost accelerates data transfers
- 512n SATA 6Gb/s interface enables easy integration
- Customizable power options reduce total ownership cost
Specifications
No published specifications for this item yet.
Questions about this item
Will this 3.5 inch SATA drive fit in my 2-in-1 laptop?
No, the 3.5 inch form factor requires a desktop chassis or external enclosure with 3.5 inch bays and SATA power and data cables.
Can I add this 7200 RPM SATA drive to an older system that only supports SATA 3Gb/s?
Yes, the SATA 6Gb/s interface is backward compatible and will operate at the slower 3Gb/s link speed on older controllers.
How can I verify the 256MB cache and 7200 RPM speed are active after installation?
Check the drive model ST4000NM000A in your BIOS or use a tool like CrystalDiskInfo to confirm the reported rotation speed and cache size match the specifications.
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