ST16000NM000J

Seagate Exos X18 16TB Enterprise HDD – CMR 3.5 Inch Hyperscale SATA 6Gb/s, 7200 RPM, 512e and 4Kn FastFormat, Low Latency with Enhanced Caching (ST16000NM000J)

Product Overview
Unlock the full potential of your data storage needs with the Seagate Exos X18 16TB Enterprise HDD, a powerhouse designed for hyperscale environments, cloud data centers, and enterprise-grade applications. Engineered as part of Seagate’s renowned Exos X series, this 16TB hard drive delivers unmatched capacity, reliability, and performance, making it the ultimate choice for businesses and IT professionals handling massive data workloads. With cutting-edge features like helium-sealed technology, CMR recording, and FastFormat flexibility, the Exos X18 ensures you stay ahead in the ever-evolving datasphere.

Key Features

• Massive 16TB Capacity: Store up to 16 terabytes of data in a single 3.5-inch drive, perfect for big data analytics, cloud storage, RAID arrays, and high-density enterprise systems.
• Hyperscale SATA 6Gb/s Interface: Optimized for large-scale data transfers, this drive offers a seamless SATA 6Gb/s connection, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of enterprise storage solutions.
• 7200 RPM Performance: Experience fast and consistent performance with a 7200 RPM spindle speed, delivering data transfer rates of up to 270 MB/s for rapid access to critical files.
• CMR Technology: Leveraging Conventional Magnetic Recording (CMR), the Exos X18 ensures reliable, high-performance storage ideal for demanding workloads, unlike SMR alternatives.
• 512e and 4Kn FastFormat: Enjoy flexible formatting options with 512-byte emulation (512e) or native 4K sectors (4Kn), allowing seamless integration into legacy or modern systems with a quick reformat.
• Low Latency with Enhanced Caching: Boost performance with advanced write caching technology, providing repeatable response times and reduced latency for data-intensive applications.
• Helium-Sealed Design: The helium-filled enclosure reduces power consumption, lowers weight (by 130g compared to air-filled drives), and enhances durability, making it a cost-effective and robust solution.
• Enterprise-Grade Reliability: Built to handle the toughest workloads with a 550TB/year workload rating and a 2.5 million-hour Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF), ensuring long-term dependability.
• Seagate Secure™ Technology: Protect your data with built-in security features, offering safe, fast, and affordable drive retirement when it’s time to upgrade.

Why Choose the Seagate Exos X18 16TB

The Seagate Exos X18 is more than just a hard drive—it’s a scalable, responsive, and innovative storage solution designed to meet the needs of today’s data-driven world. Whether you’re managing hyperscale cloud data centers, supporting massive scale-out architectures, or running centralized surveillance systems, this drive delivers the highest rack-space efficiency and lowest total cost of ownership (TCO). Its helium-sealed design reduces operational costs by minimizing power usage, while digital environmental sensors monitor internal conditions to maintain optimal performance.

Ideal Applications

• Cloud Data Centers: Maximize storage density and efficiency for hyperscale cloud environments.
• Big Data Analytics: Support data-heavy analytics with fast access and high capacity.
• Enterprise RAID Systems: Ensure reliable performance in high-capacity RAID configurations.
• Backup and Restore: Perfect for enterprise backup solutions, including D2D and virtual tape systems.
• Surveillance Systems: Store extensive video footage with consistent, low-latency performance.

Technical Specifications

• Model Number: ST16000NM000J
• Capacity: 16TB
• Form Factor: 3.5-inch
• Interface: SATA 6Gb/s
• Spindle Speed: 7200 RPM
• Cache: 256MB
• Sector Format: 512e/4Kn (FastFormat supported)
• Data Transfer Rate: Up to 270 MB/s
• Workload Rating: 550TB/year
• MTBF: 2.5 million hour
• Power Consumption: Optimized with helium technology for low power usage
• Weight: Lightweight helium design (approx. 670g)

Performance and Efficiency

The Exos X18 stands out with its ability to handle large data transfers without compromising speed or reliability. Its enhanced caching ensures quick access to frequently used data, while the 7200 RPM speed keeps performance consistent even under heavy loads. The FastFormat feature allows you to switch between 512e and 4Kn formats effortlessly, offering flexibility for diverse workloads and system requirements.

Built for the Future

As the flagship of Seagate’s X-class lineup, the Exos X18 is designed to evolve with your storage needs. Its helium-sealed construction not only reduces weight and power consumption but also increases handling robustness, making it a forward-thinking choice for sustainable and efficient data management.

What’s Included

• Seagate Exos X18 16TB Enterprise HDD (ST16000NM000J)
• Limited 5-year warranty (verify with purchase)

Upgrade Your Storage Today

Elevate your enterprise storage solution with the Seagate Exos X18 16TB Enterprise HDD. Combining massive capacity, top-tier performance, and industry-leading reliability, this drive is your key to conquering the challenges of modern data storage. Order now and experience the future of hyperscale storage!