Detailed Specifications
Seagate ST6000NM029A Exos 7E10 6TB 7200 RPM SATA 6Gb/s 256MB Cache 3.5-inch Enterprise HDD
Overview
The Seagate ST6000NM029A is a robust 6TB enterprise-grade hard drive from the Exos 7E10 series, specifically designed for hyperscale applications and high-density data centers. This drive provides cost-effective, reliable access to unstructured data in bulk storage applications. Engineered to handle rigorous 24/7 workloads of up to 550TB per year, the Exos 7E10 is an ideal choice for cloud storage, massive scale-out data centers, and high-capacity RAID arrays. It features advanced write caching and Seagate's PowerChoice technology, allowing for improved energy efficiency without compromising performance. With a sustained data transfer rate of up to 250MB/s and industrial-strength vibration resistance, this 6TB drive ensures consistent performance in multi-drive chassis and mission-critical server environments.
Key Features
Hyperscale Efficiency: Optimized for large-scale data centers and bulk data applications.
550TB/Year Workload: Built for 10x the workload rating of standard desktop drives.
Advanced Write Caching: Enhanced algorithms for faster data processing and integrity.
PowerChoice Technology: T10/T13-compliant power management for optimized energy usage.
Enterprise Reliability: 2.0 million-hour MTBF for consistent 24/7 operation.
Technical Specifications
| Attribute | Specification |
| Brand | Seagate |
| Part Number | ST6000NM029A |
| Category | Enterprise Internal Hard Drive |
| Series | Exos 7E10 |
| Capacity | 6 TB |
| Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
| Rotational Speed | 7200 RPM |
| Buffer / Cache | 256 MB |
| Form Factor | 3.5 inch |
| Sustained Transfer Rate | Up to 250 MB/s |
| MTBF | 2.0 Million Hours |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 5.79 x 4.01 x 1.03 in (147.0 x 101.85 x 26.11 mm) |
| Weight | 1.56 lbs (710 g) |
| Sector Size | 512e / 4Kn (Advanced Format) |
