Seagate
Seagate ST10000NM0016 10TB 7200 RPM SATA 6.0Gb/s 256MB 3.5" Disk Drives internal hard drive
Enterprise 3.5" SATA hard drive delivering 10 TB at 7200 RPM with 256 MB cache for high-density nearline storage
- InterfaceSATA 6.0Gb/s
- Capacity10TB
- RPM7200 RPM
- Cache256MB
- UsageFor Enterprise Storage
- Form Factor3.5"
- 10 TB capacity maximises rack storage density
- 7200 RPM spindle delivers consistent nearline performance
- 256 MB cache buffers heavy enterprise workloads
- SATA 6.0 Gb/s interface ensures broad server compatibility
- Helium platform supports 550 TB per year workload rating
Enterprise 10 TB SATA drive
This 10 TB Seagate Enterprise Capacity drive spins at 7200 RPM and connects through a SATA 6.0Gb/s interface. It uses a helium-sealed 3.5" form factor with a 256 MB cache and 512e sector format. The drive is rated for enterprise nearline workloads of 550 TB per year. It is supplied new in retail or OEM packaging.
Build integration needs
The drive fits any standard 3.5" bay and requires only a SATA data cable and SATA power connector from the host system. No additional controller or special cooling beyond normal chassis airflow is mandated by the specifications. Its helium design reduces weight and power draw compared with conventional air-filled drives of similar capacity. The 512e format ensures compatibility with legacy operating systems and RAID controllers.
Suited for bulk archive, not primary OS
This drive suits administrators building high-density NAS, backup arrays or cold-storage tiers where sequential throughput and cost per terabyte matter most. It is not intended for workloads demanding sustained random IOPS or sub-millisecond latency. Buyers needing faster access times or smaller physical footprints should consider solid-state alternatives. Systems limited to SATA 3.0Gb/s ports will operate at the lower link speed.
Highlights
- 10 TB capacity maximises rack storage density
- 7200 RPM spindle delivers consistent nearline performance
- 256 MB cache buffers heavy enterprise workloads
- SATA 6.0 Gb/s interface ensures broad server compatibility
- Helium platform supports 550 TB per year workload rating
Specifications
| Brand | Seagate |
|---|---|
| Part Number | ST10000NM0016 |
| Interface | SATA 6.0Gb/s |
| Capacity | 10TB |
| RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Cache | 256MB |
| Usage | For Enterprise Storage |
| Form Factor | 3.5" |
Questions about this item
What is the annual workload rating for the ST10000NM0016?
The drive supports enterprise-class nearline workloads of 550 TB per year.
What are the power and weight characteristics of this 10 TB helium drive?
It offers the industry's lowest power and weight for optimum data centre total cost of ownership.
What host interface and form factor does this drive require?
It uses a SATA 6.0 Gb/s interface in a standard 3.5-inch form factor.
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