Seagate Exos 2X18 16TB 3.5" 7200RPM SAS 12Gb/s FastFormat 512e 4Kn Internal Hard Drive

The Seagate Exos 2X18 ST16000NM0002 is a 16TB internal hard drive designed for demanding data center environments. It features dual-actuator MACH.2 technology, which effectively doubles the performance compared to traditional single-actuator drives. This makes it a strong choice for businesses that require fast, reliable access to large amounts of data without compromising on speed or efficiency.

With a 3.5-inch form factor and a 12Gb/s SAS interface, this drive delivers up to 1.2GB per second in data transfer rates. It spins at 7200 rpm and includes a 256MB cache to help maintain smooth and consistent performance during heavy workloads. The drive supports both 4Kn and 512e FastFormat sectors, providing flexibility for different storage configurations and optimizing compatibility with modern systems.

Built with a helium-sealed design, the drive reduces power consumption and weight, which is especially beneficial when deploying large numbers of drives in high-density racks. Power usage ranges from 8 watts when idle to 13.5 watts during sequential reads, helping to keep operational costs down. Its reliability is backed by a mean time between failures (MTBF) of 2.5 million hours, making it suitable for continuous 24/7 operation in environments where uptime is critical.

This hard drive is ideal for enterprises managing intensive workloads such as cloud storage, big data analytics, and virtualization. It fits naturally into data centers that demand high capacity, fast access, and robust durability to support large-scale storage infrastructures.

Highlights:

• 16TB capacity with dual-actuator MACH.2 technology for enhanced performance
• 12Gb/s SAS interface delivering up to 1.2GBps transfer speeds
• 7200 rpm spindle speed combined with 256MB cache for efficient data handling
• Supports 4Kn and 512e FastFormat sectors for flexible storage options
• Helium-sealed design reduces power consumption and weight
• 2.5 million hour MTBF ensures reliable 24/7 operation in demanding environments