Seagate 8TB Hard Drive 3.5" 7200 RPM 256MB Cache Internal HDD ST8000VN004
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About this product
This Seagate 8TB IronWolf internal hard drive is a 3.5-inch HDD designed for NAS (Network Attached Storage) environments. It features a 7200 RPM rotation speed, a large 256MB cache, and a SATA III interface for high-speed data transfer up to 6.0 GB/s. The drive includes Rotational Vibration (RV) Sensors, which are crucial for maintaining performance and reliability in multi-drive NAS enclosures. With its robust specifications, it's compatible with PCs and Memory Vaults.
Our take
For anyone setting up or expanding a NAS system, this Seagate IronWolf 8TB drive is an excellent choice. The 7200 RPM speed and generous 256MB cache deliver strong performance, essential for multi-user access and consistent data flow in a network environment. The inclusion of Rotational Vibration Sensors is a key feature for NAS drives, as it helps maintain stability and longevity when multiple drives are operating in close proximity. The SATA III interface also ensures fast connectivity. While the price of $349 is substantial, it reflects a drive engineered for the demanding 24/7 operation of a NAS.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 8TB capacity for NAS
- 7200 RPM and 256MB cache
- SATA III 6.0 GB/s transfer rate
- Rotational Vibration (RV) Sensors
Cons
- Higher cost
Specifications
- Compatible With Memory Vault, PC
- Drive Type(s) Supported HDD
- Color Black
- Transfer Rate 6.0 GB/s
- Model ST8000VN004-NE
- California Prop 65 Warning Cancer and Reproductive Harm .
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- UPC
- 0763649125069
- Brand
- Seagate
- Form Factor
- 3.5 in
- Type
- Internal Desktop Drive
- MPN
- ST8000VN004
- Features
- Rotational Vibration (Rv) Sensor
- Storage Capacity
- 8TB
- Interface
- SATA III
- Cache
- 256MB
- Rotation Speed
- 7200RPM
- Product Line
- IronWolf
