Seagate ST18000NM004J

Overview

The Seagate ST18000NM004J is an 18TB 3.5-inch hard drive designed for enterprise environments that require high capacity and reliable performance. It connects via a SAS 12 Gb/s interface and spins at 7200 RPM, delivering sustained transfer rates up to 270 MB/s. This drive is ideal for high-density servers and storage arrays where continuous operation and predictable speed are critical.

Key features

• Helium-sealed enclosure reduces power consumption and vibration, improving efficiency and reliability.
• Large 256 MB cache enhances responsiveness for mixed workloads, including virtual machines and database clusters.
• PowerBalance technology optimizes power use to lower operating costs and cooling demands in data centers.
• Designed for 24/7 operation with a 2.5 million-hour mean time between failures (MTBF) and a low 0.35% annualized failure rate (AFR).
• Compatible with enterprise SAS backplanes, making it easy to integrate into existing server racks and storage systems.
• Supports large sequential data transfers, making it well suited for backup, media archiving, and log aggregation tasks.

Key specs

• Storage capacity: 18 TB
• Interface: SAS 12 Gb/s
• Form factor: 3.5 inch
• Spindle speed: 7200 RPM
• Cache size: 256 MB
• Sustained transfer rate: up to 270 MB/s
• MTBF: 2.5 million hours
• Annualized failure rate (AFR): 0.35%

Connectivity and compatibility

This hard drive uses a SAS 12 Gb/s interface, which is compatible with most enterprise-grade backplanes and storage controllers. It fits into any standard 3.5-inch drive bay, allowing straightforward upgrades or expansions in server racks and storage arrays. Its design supports integration into JBOD configurations, RAID setups, and object storage nodes commonly found in hyperscale and private cloud environments.

Performance and reliability

The combination of a 7200 RPM spindle speed and a large cache ensures that both sequential and random workloads perform efficiently. This makes the drive suitable for demanding applications such as virtualized environments and database clusters. The helium-sealed design reduces internal friction and vibration, which not only lowers power consumption but also extends the drive’s lifespan. With a 2.5 million-hour MTBF and a low failure rate, it is built to handle continuous, mission-critical workloads without interruption.

Ideal uses and environments

This drive is a strong choice for IT professionals managing large-scale storage systems that require high capacity and consistent performance. It fits well in data centers, hyperscale environments, and NAS appliances where power efficiency and reliability are priorities. Whether used for backup, archiving, or active data pools, it supports workloads that demand both speed and endurance over long periods.

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