Seagate Exos 7E10 4TB 3.5" 7200RPM SATA 6Gb/s Internal HDD

Overview

The Seagate ST4000NM006B is a 4TB internal hard drive designed for enterprise storage environments that demand reliable and efficient data management. With a spindle speed of 7200 RPM and a 256MB cache, it delivers consistent performance for continuous operation. Its SATA 6Gb/s interface supports smooth data transfer rates, making it well suited for data centers and IT infrastructures requiring dependable storage solutions.

Equipped with Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) technology, this drive adds a layer of security to protect sensitive information. It is built to handle high-vibration conditions and is optimized for RAID arrays and multi-drive setups, providing scalable storage without compromising reliability. The drive’s 3.5-inch form factor fits standard enterprise systems, making it a practical choice for expanding storage capacity in professional environments.

Key features

• 7200 RPM spindle speed ensures steady and reliable performance during heavy workloads
• 256MB cache supports fast read and write operations, improving overall data access speed
• SATA 6Gb/s interface enables efficient and stable data transfer rates suitable for enterprise use
• Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) technology protects sensitive data by encrypting information at rest
• Designed to withstand high-vibration environments, ideal for multi-drive and RAID configurations
• Optimized for use in data centers and server rooms where scalability and reliability are critical
• Long mean time between failures (MTBF) of 2 million hours provides confidence in durability

Key specs

• Storage capacity: 4TB
• Spindle speed: 7200 RPM
• Cache size: 256MB
• Interface: SATA 6Gb/s
• Form factor: 3.5 inches
• Mean time between failures (MTBF): 2 million hours
• Security: Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) technology

Connectivity and compatibility

This hard drive uses a SATA 6Gb/s interface, which is widely supported by enterprise-grade motherboards and storage controllers. Its 3.5-inch form factor fits standard drive bays in servers and storage arrays, making it compatible with most existing enterprise storage systems. The drive’s design supports integration into RAID arrays, enhancing data redundancy and performance in multi-drive configurations.

Ideal uses and environments

The Seagate ST4000NM006B is well suited to data centers, server rooms, and enterprise IT environments where large volumes of data must be stored securely and accessed reliably. It fits well in setups that require continuous operation and high data throughput, such as backup servers, archival storage, and virtualization hosts. Organizations that prioritize data security and scalability will find this drive a strong match for their storage infrastructure needs.