Seagate Skyhawk 6TB Video Internal Hard Drive HDD – 3.5 Inch SATA 6Gb/s 256MB
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About this product
The Seagate Skyhawk 6TB Video Internal Hard Drive is a 3.5-inch HDD specifically designed for surveillance systems like DVRs and NVRs. It features a SATA 6Gb/s interface and a 256MB cache, optimized for continuous recording workloads. With a substantial 6TB storage capacity, it can handle extensive video footage. The drive is built for reliability in always-on surveillance environments, ensuring consistent performance for security applications.
Our take
If you're building or upgrading a surveillance system, this Seagate Skyhawk 6TB drive is a specialized choice. Its "Surveillance hard drive" feature means it's built to handle the constant read/write cycles typical of DVR/NVR setups, which is a critical distinction from standard desktop drives. The 6TB capacity and 256MB cache are excellent for storing large volumes of video data smoothly. The SATA III interface (6Gb/s) provides ample bandwidth. While it's a premium option, its specific design for surveillance gives peace of mind that it can handle the demanding workload.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 6TB storage capacity
- Designed for surveillance systems
- SATA 6Gb/s interface
- 256MB cache
- 3.5 inch form factor
Cons
- Higher price point
- Specialized use for DVR/NVR
Specifications
- Features Surveillance hard drive
- MPN ST6000VX001
- Interface SATA III
- Cache 256 MB
- Storage Capacity 6 TB
- Compatible With DVR/NVR
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- Unit Type
- lb
- Model
- Seagte Skyhawk
- Product Line
- Skyhawk
- Drive Type(s) Supported
- HDD
- Form Factor
- 3.5 in
- Unit Quantity
- 2
- Brand
- Seagate
- Color
- Green
- Type
- Internal DVR/NVR Drive
