The ST8000NM001A is an 8TB enterprise-grade HDD from Seagate’s Exos 7E8 series, designed for demanding data center and server environments. This 3.5-inch drive utilizes a SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface, providing high-speed data transfer and robust connectivity for enterprise applications. Operating at 7200 RPM, it balances performance and capacity, and it features a 256MB cache to enhance data throughput. Engineered for 24/7 operation with a high mean time between failures (MTBF), the Exos 7E8 series is tailored for bulk data storage, cloud data centers, and enterprise storage arrays, focusing on consistent performance and reliability in mission-critical environments. The SAS interface distinguishes it from SATA drives, offering features and performance suitable for more demanding applications.
