Seagate Exos X16 14TB 3.5"7200RPM SAS 12Gb/s HDD

Overview

The Seagate ST14000NM004G is a 14TB 3.5-inch enterprise hard drive designed for servers and storage arrays that require consistent performance and long-term reliability. Operating at 7200 RPM with a 12 Gb/s SAS interface, it delivers fast data access and smooth integration into high-availability environments. This drive is built to handle demanding workloads, making it suitable for cloud data centers, virtualization, big-data analytics, backup repositories, and video surveillance storage.

Key features

• Large 14TB capacity supports extensive data storage needs for enterprise applications.
• 7200 RPM spindle speed ensures quick access to large blocks of data, improving overall system responsiveness.
• 12 Gb/s SAS interface provides high-speed connectivity compatible with enterprise backplanes and storage controllers.
• Seagate Secure Self-Encrypting Drive technology protects data with on-the-fly encryption, maintaining security without sacrificing performance.
• Rated for up to 550 TB of data transfers per year, supporting intensive workloads far beyond standard desktop drives.
• Cryptographic erase feature allows secure retirement or repurposing of drives by completely erasing sensitive information.
• Efficient power consumption and controlled heat output reduce cooling requirements and operational costs in dense rack environments.
• Designed to work reliably in RAID configurations and large-scale storage arrays, enabling petabyte-scale deployments.

Key specs

• Capacity: 14 TB
• Form factor: 3.5 inch
• Spindle speed: 7200 RPM
• Interface: 12 Gb/s SAS
• Workload rating: up to 550 TB per year
• Encryption: Seagate Secure Self-Encrypting Drive technology

Connectivity and compatibility

This hard drive uses a 12 Gb/s SAS interface, which is standard in enterprise storage environments and compatible with most server backplanes and storage controllers designed for SAS drives. Its 3.5-inch form factor fits into common server and storage chassis, making it straightforward to integrate into existing infrastructure.

Performance and reliability

With a spindle speed of 7200 RPM and a high workload rating, this drive delivers consistent performance under heavy use. It is engineered to handle continuous data transfers and demanding enterprise workloads without compromising speed or reliability. The self-encrypting technology adds a layer of data protection that is essential for compliance and security in professional environments.

Ideal uses and environments

The Seagate Exos X16 14TB drive is well suited to data centers, cloud storage providers, and enterprises that require robust storage solutions for virtualization, big data, backup, and video surveillance. Its endurance and security features make it a strong choice for organizations that need to maintain data integrity and protect sensitive information while managing large volumes of data efficiently.