Seagate ST18000VE002

Overview

The Seagate ST18000VE002 is an internal hard drive designed specifically for surveillance and AI video workloads, offering a massive 18 TB of storage capacity. It fits into a standard 3.5-inch drive bay and connects via a SATA 6 Gb/s interface, making it easy to upgrade existing network video recorders or storage arrays without changing cables. With a spindle speed of 7200 RPM and a 256 MB cache, this drive supports smooth handling of multiple camera streams and fast playback or indexing of recorded footage.

Key features

• Large 18 TB capacity built on conventional magnetic recording to store extensive surveillance footage and AI data.
• 7200 RPM spindle speed combined with a 256 MB cache ensures responsive data access and smooth video playback.
• SATA 6 Gb/s interface supports up to 260 MB per second sustained transfer rates for efficient data handling.
• Helium sealed enclosure reduces friction and heat, enhancing reliability during continuous 24/7 operation.
• ImagePerfect firmware optimizes head movement to minimize frame drops and maintain video integrity during AI inference and bursty reads.
• Rated for multi-drive deployments, making it suitable for security offices, retail environments, and campus surveillance systems.
• Includes a three-year limited warranty and Seagate Rescue Data Recovery service for added data protection and peace of mind.

Key specs

• Capacity: 18 TB
• Form factor: 3.5 inch
• Interface: SATA 6 Gb/s
• Spindle speed: 7200 RPM
• Cache: 256 MB
• Sustained transfer rate: up to 260 MB/s
• Recording technology: Conventional magnetic recording
• Enclosure: Helium sealed
• Warranty: Three-year limited

Connectivity and compatibility

This hard drive uses a standard SATA 6 Gb/s interface, ensuring compatibility with most network video recorders and storage arrays that support SATA connections. Its 3.5-inch form factor fits into common drive bays, allowing straightforward installation in existing surveillance setups without requiring additional adapters or cabling changes.

Performance and reliability

Designed for continuous operation, the helium sealed enclosure reduces heat and friction, which helps maintain stable performance over long periods. The ImagePerfect firmware is tailored to the demands of AI video workloads, reducing frame drops and ensuring smooth recording and playback even when handling multiple camera streams simultaneously. This makes the drive a dependable choice for environments where uninterrupted video capture is critical.

Ideal uses and environments

This drive is well suited to surveillance systems in security offices, retail stores, campuses, and other locations that require constant video recording and AI analytics. Its large capacity and reliable performance make it a strong option for multi-drive arrays where high storage density and consistent throughput are essential. Users who need to store and analyze extensive video data will find this drive meets those demands effectively.

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