Seagate Skyhawk 2TB Surveillance HDD (ST2000VX008)
by Seagate
The Seagate Skyhawk 2TB Surveillance HDD is a reliable choice for surveillance applications, offering high-quality video recording, a robust workload rating, and features that enhance performance in multi-drive configurations.
- Image Perfect Firmware: The drive is equipped with Image Perfect firmware, ensuring high-quality, crisp, and clear video recordings in 24x7 workloads. This firmware optimization is crucial for surveillance systems where video clarity is essential.
- High Workload Rating: The Skyhawk HDD has a maximum workload rating of 180TB per year. This rating is three times higher than that of standard desktop drives, making it suitable for write-intensive surveillance systems. The high workload rating ensures reliable performance even in demanding recording environments.
- Rotational Vibration Sensors (For 4TB or Higher Models): The drive features rotational vibration (RV) sensors, which are particularly important in RAID configurations and multi-drive systems. These sensors help maintain consistent performance by mitigating the effects of vibrations that can occur when multiple drives are operating in close proximity.
- Storage Capacity: The Skyhawk 2TB Surveillance HDD provides up to 2TB of storage capacity. However, the description mentions that it is available in capacities of up to 10TB. With 2TB of storage, you can store a significant amount of video footage, making it suitable for smaller-scale surveillance setups.
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Description
Seagate Skyhawk 2TB Surveillance HDD (ST2000VX008)
The Seagate SkyHawk ST2000VX008 3.5" internal hard drive houses the hard disk, where all your files and folders are physically located. It is the primary storage device located inside a computer system and contains pre-installed software applications, the operating system and other files. This hard drive has 2TB of storage capacity and 7200-RPM spindle speed. It features 6 Gbps SATA interface for fast execution and easy installation. It is suitable for camera and video recorder. Internal hard drive is perfect for camera, video recorder. Dimensions: 1.02"H x 4.01"W x 5.78"D. Capacity: 2TB. Drive performance: 5900 RPM (spindle speed), 64MB (cache). Drive interface: SATA 6 Gbps. Form factor: Internal. Drive bay: 3.5". Power supply: 12 V, 1.8 A (startup current), consumption: 5.6 W (average operating), 4 W (idle), 0.5 W (standby/sleep mode). Data transfer rate: 180 MBps (max sustained). Allows SkyHawk to perform reliably in write-intensive surveillance systems 3x the workload rating of a desktop-class drive. ATA streaming support sustains recordings from up to 64 HD cameras for smooth, uninterrupted footage. Temperature: 32 to 158 deg F (operating),-40 deg F (non operating)
Key features and specifications of this drive:
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Storage Capacity: 2TB, providing ample space for storing files, applications, and video footage.
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Spindle Speed: 7200 RPM (Rotations Per Minute), ensuring relatively fast data access and transfer speeds.
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Interface: 6 Gbps SATA interface, offering fast data transfer rates and easy installation inside a computer system.
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Suitability: Specifically designed for use in cameras and video recorders, optimized for surveillance applications.
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Form Factor: 3.5" form factor, making it suitable for standard desktop computer systems.
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Cache: 64MB cache, helping to improve data access speeds by storing frequently accessed data.
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Power: Requires 12V, 1.8A during startup, consumes 5.6W during average operation, 4W while idle, and 0.5W in standby/sleep mode.
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Data Transfer Rate: Supports a maximum sustained data transfer rate of 180 MBps, ensuring efficient data movement.
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Workload Rating: Engineered to handle write-intensive surveillance systems, with a workload rating three times that of desktop-class drives, ensuring reliable performance.
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ATA Streaming Support: Allows sustained recordings from up to 64 HD cameras, ensuring smooth and uninterrupted footage.
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Operating Temperature: Ranges from 32 to 158 degrees Fahrenheit during operation, and it can withstand temperatures as low as -40 degrees Fahrenheit when not in use.
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Weight: Weighs 1.35 lbs, making it relatively lightweight and easy to handle during installation.
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Warranty: Comes with a 3-year limited warranty, providing assurance of the drive's quality and reliability.
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