Product Overview
The Seagate ST1200MM0099 is a 1.2TB enterprise hard disk drive designed for server and enterprise storage environments. It belongs to the Enterprise Performance 10K HDD family, also known internally as Skybolt, and combines a 10,000 RPM spindle speed with a 12Gb/s Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) interface.
This specific model uses 512-byte native sector formatting and supports Instant Secure Erase (ISE), a drive sanitization feature intended to support secure data retirement. It is distinct from standard and self-encrypting variants with different model numbers.
Technical Information
The drive uses a 2.5-inch small form factor and a SAS interface for integration into compatible enterprise storage infrastructure. Its 10K RPM operating speed is designed for storage workloads where disk access performance is important.
The 512N format means the drive uses 512-byte native logical sectors. Storage controllers, server backplanes, and operating environments should be checked for compatibility with this sector format before deployment.
Instant Secure Erase
The ST1200MM0099 is the Instant Secure Erase variant of the 1.2TB Enterprise Performance 10K HDD with 512N formatting. ISE is intended to facilitate secure drive sanitization when a drive is retired or reassigned.
Secure erase procedures should follow the drive manufacturer's documentation and the requirements of the host controller and storage management environment.
Compatibility and Deployment
This drive is intended for enterprise systems that support 2.5-inch SAS hard disk drives. Before purchasing, verify the server or storage enclosure's supported drive interface, physical form factor, sector format, and firmware requirements.
- Confirm that the storage controller supports SAS drives operating at 12Gb/s.
- Check that the host supports 512-byte native sector formatting.
- Verify drive-bay, backplane, and firmware compatibility with the exact part number.
- Confirm that the storage management environment supports the required drive sanitization procedures if ISE functionality is needed.
Key Features
- 1.2TB storage capacity: Provides capacity for enterprise data and application workloads.
- 10,000 RPM spindle speed: Supports performance-oriented hard disk storage applications.
- 12Gb/s SAS interface: Connects to compatible enterprise SAS storage infrastructure.
- 512N sector format: Uses native 512-byte sectors.
- Instant Secure Erase: Provides an erase capability intended to support secure drive retirement and reassignment.
Applications
Depending on system compatibility and workload requirements, this drive can be deployed in enterprise server storage, SAS-attached disk enclosures, and existing storage systems designed for compatible 2.5-inch 10K RPM SAS drives.
DC Supplies Product Note
The ST1200MM0099 is specifically a 512N Instant Secure Erase model. Do not assume that it is interchangeable with similarly named 1.2TB Seagate drives that use 512e or 4Kn sector formatting, different security features, or different firmware requirements. Verify the complete MPN against the system manufacturer's compatibility documentation before ordering.
Specifications
| Brand | Seagate |
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| Manufacturer | Seagate Technology |
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| Part Number / MPN | ST1200MM0099 |
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| Product Type | Enterprise hard disk drive |
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| Product Family | Enterprise Performance 10K HDD |
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| Internal Platform Name | Skybolt |
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| Storage Capacity | 1.2TB |
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| Drive Form Factor | 2.5-inch |
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| Spindle Speed | 10,000 RPM |
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| Interface | Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) |
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| Interface Transfer Rate | 12Gb/s |
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| Sector Format | 512N (512-byte native sectors) |
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| Secure Erase Feature | Instant Secure Erase (ISE) |
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| Regulatory Model | STT003 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Seagate ST1200MM0099 compatible with every 2.5-inch drive bay?
No. The server or storage enclosure must support SAS drives, the drive's sector format, and the relevant firmware requirements. A matching physical size alone does not establish compatibility.
What does 512N mean for this hard drive?
512N means the drive uses native 512-byte sectors. This differs from 512e drives, which emulate 512-byte logical sectors while using a different physical sector format.
What is Instant Secure Erase?
Instant Secure Erase is a drive feature intended to facilitate secure data sanitization when a drive is retired or reassigned. Confirm the supported procedure in the manufacturer's documentation before using it.
Can this drive replace another Seagate 1.2TB SAS drive?
Not automatically. Replacement compatibility depends on the exact model, sector format, interface, firmware, security features, and system support. Check the original drive's part number and the equipment manufacturer's approved drive list.
Does the drive include mounting hardware or connecting cables?
Package contents have not been verified for this specific listing. Confirm the supplied accessories with the seller before ordering.
