Seagate Exos 7E8 4TB 3.5" 7200RPM 128MB SATA Enterprise HDD

Overview

The Seagate ST4000NM0035 is a 4TB enterprise hard drive designed for professional server and storage environments that require reliable, continuous operation. It fits any standard 3.5-inch bay and features a 7200 RPM spindle speed along with a 128 MB cache to ensure efficient data transfer and responsive access. This drive is built to handle demanding workloads up to 550 TB per year, making it well suited for applications like video surveillance, database servers, and cloud storage nodes.

Key features

• High-capacity 4TB storage that supports large volumes of data without compromising space.
• 7200 RPM spindle speed combined with a 128 MB cache reduces read and write latency for smoother performance.
• SATA III 6 Gb/s interface ensures compatibility with most enterprise backplanes and fast data throughput.
• Engineered for continuous 24×7 operation, providing dependable performance in always-on server environments.
• Rated for heavy workloads up to 550 TB per year, suitable for intensive data traffic and demanding applications.
• Mean time between failures of two million hours offers long-term reliability and consistent uptime.
• Five-year limited warranty from Seagate gives added assurance for enterprise deployments.

Key specs

• Capacity: 4 TB
• Form factor: 3.5 inch
• Spindle speed: 7200 RPM
• Cache size: 128 MB
• Interface: SATA III 6 Gb/s
• Workload rating: up to 550 TB per year
• Mean time between failures (MTBF): 2,000,000 hours
• Warranty: 5 years limited

Connectivity and compatibility

This hard drive uses a SATA III 6 Gb/s interface, which integrates seamlessly with most enterprise server backplanes and storage arrays. Its standard 3.5-inch form factor ensures broad compatibility with existing server racks and storage enclosures, making it easy to upgrade or expand your current infrastructure without compatibility concerns.

Ideal uses and environments

The Seagate Exos 7E8 4TB drive is a strong choice for environments that demand continuous availability and predictable performance. It works well in centralized video surveillance systems where large files are streamed constantly, OLTP database servers handling thousands of transactions, cloud storage nodes requiring high capacity and reliability, and high-performance computing clusters that need steady data throughput. Its durability and workload rating make it suitable for IT professionals managing 24×7 operations who cannot afford downtime.