Seagate SkyHawk ST4000VX013 4TB Surveillance HDD, SATA 6Gb/s, 256MB Cache, 180MB/s, Up To 64 Cameras, 16 Bays, 180TB/Year, 24×7 NVR/DVR Storage

Expert Features

• 4TB Surveillance Storage : The Seagate SkyHawk ST4000VX013 provides 4TB of purpose-built surveillance storage for NVR and DVR environments that need continuous recording capacity rather than ordinary desktop-drive behavior.
• 24×7 Surveillance Workload Design : SkyHawk is engineered for 8,760 power-on hours per year, making it suitable for always-on video surveillance systems.
• Up To 64 HD Cameras : ATA streaming and ImagePerfect firmware are designed to support recording streams from up to 64 HD cameras, helping maintain smooth footage capture.
• Up To 16 Drive Bays : This exact ST4000VX013 model is specified for systems with up to 16 drive bays, making it suitable for scalable NVR installations.
• SkyHawk Health Management : Built-in SkyHawk Health Management focuses on prevention, intervention, and recovery to help protect surveillance storage health.
• ImagePerfect Firmware : Seagate’s surveillance-focused ImagePerfect firmware is designed to reduce dropped frames and maintain dependable video recording under continuous workloads.
• SATA 6Gb/s Interface : Uses the standard SATA 6Gb/s interface for straightforward compatibility with supported surveillance recorders and storage systems.
• 256MB Cache : A substantial 256MB cache supports the drive’s continuous video-recording workload.
• 180MB/s Sustained Transfer Rate : The exact model is rated for up to 180MB/s maximum sustained outer-diameter transfer speed.
• 180TB/Year Workload Rating : Designed for surveillance workloads of up to 180TB per year, well beyond typical occasional desktop usage patterns.
• 1 Million Hour MTBF : Rated at 1,000,000 hours MTBF, supporting dependable long-duration surveillance deployment.
• Tarnish-Resistant Components : Tarnish-resistant construction helps protect the drive from environmental elements and supports field reliability.
• Efficient Power Profile : The ST4000VX013 uses just 3.7W average operating power, 2.5W idle, and approximately 0.25W in standby/sleep, helping reduce heat inside always-on systems.
• 1-Year Limited Warranty : Seagate specifies a 1-year limited warranty for this model, with a 3-year Rescue Data Recovery Services plan listed subject to regional availability.

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