Product Overview
The Seagate ST3000NM0033 is a 3TB enterprise hard disk drive from the Constellation ES.3 product family. Designed for enterprise storage infrastructure, it combines a 7200RPM spindle speed, a SATA 6Gb/s interface, and 128MB of multisegmented cache in a 3.5-inch form factor.
This model is intended for compatible servers, enterprise storage systems, and disk enclosures that support SATA hard drives. Its enterprise-oriented design incorporates data integrity features, power management technology, and environmental monitoring capabilities.
Performance and Connectivity
The drive supports a SATA interface transfer rate of up to 6Gb/s. Actual transfer performance depends on the workload, host controller, and storage configuration. Seagate specifies a maximum sustained outer-diameter transfer rate of 175MB/s for this model.
Native Command Queuing (NCQ) allows compatible host controllers to optimize the execution order of outstanding commands. The drive's 7200RPM rotational speed supports general enterprise storage workloads that require conventional magnetic disk storage.
Enterprise Storage and Data Integrity
The Constellation ES.3 family incorporates enterprise-oriented error correction, Super Parity technology, and features designed to support data integrity in compatible storage environments.
The ST3000NM0033 also supports S.M.A.R.T. monitoring and incorporates a humidity sensor. These capabilities support drive-health monitoring and environmental awareness within appropriately configured systems.
Power Management
Seagate PowerChoice technology provides supported power management options for compatible enterprise storage environments. Its usefulness depends on the host controller, system configuration, and the power management settings available to the storage administrator.
Key Features
- 3TB storage capacity: Provides capacity for enterprise data repositories and general server storage.
- 7200RPM spindle speed: Supports conventional enterprise hard disk workloads.
- SATA 6Gb/s interface: Connects to compatible SATA controllers and drive backplanes.
- 128MB multisegmented cache: Provides onboard buffer memory for drive operations.
- Enterprise data integrity and power management: Includes Super Parity, S.M.A.R.T. monitoring, and PowerChoice technology.
Compatibility and Installation
The ST3000NM0033 uses a 3.5-inch SATA interface and is designed for systems that explicitly support this type of drive. Check the server or storage enclosure documentation before installation.
- Confirm that the controller and backplane support SATA drives.
- Verify that the host system supports 3TB drives and can address the full capacity.
- Check the operating system's partitioning and boot requirements if the drive will contain an operating system.
- Confirm the required power connections and physical drive-bay clearance.
Applications
- Enterprise server storage.
- Compatible SATA-based storage arrays and disk enclosures.
- Business data repositories and file storage systems.
- Capacity expansion in compatible enterprise storage infrastructure.
Actual suitability depends on the host system, controller, workload, and storage configuration.
DC Supplies Product Note
The ST3000NM0033 is the standard SATA model in the Constellation ES.3 family. Do not confuse it with similarly numbered self-encrypting variants, such as the ST3000NM0053. When replacing an existing enterprise drive, match the complete part number and verify the interface and system compatibility rather than relying on storage capacity alone.
Specifications
| Brand | Seagate |
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| Manufacturer | Seagate Technology |
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| Part Number / MPN | ST3000NM0033 |
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| Product Type | Enterprise internal hard disk drive |
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| Product Family | Constellation ES.3 |
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| Storage Capacity | 3TB |
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| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
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| Spindle Speed | 7200RPM |
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| Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
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| Cache | 128MB multisegmented cache |
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| Maximum Sustained Outer-Diameter Transfer Rate | 175MB/s |
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| Average Latency | 4.16ms |
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| Interface Ports | Single SATA port |
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| Sector Format | 512-byte native (512N) |
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| Command Queuing | Native Command Queuing (NCQ) |
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| Data Integrity Features | Super Parity and enhanced error correction |
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| Drive Monitoring | S.M.A.R.T. support |
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| Power Management | Seagate PowerChoice technology |
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| Environmental Monitoring | Humidity sensor |
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| Idle Power Consumption | 6.73W |
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| Typical Random-Read Operating Power | 11.27W |
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| Operating Temperature | 5°C to 60°C |
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| Height | 26.1mm maximum |
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| Width | 101.85mm maximum |
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| Depth | 147.0mm maximum |
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| Drive Weight | Approximately 655g |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the ST3000NM0033 a SATA or SAS hard drive?
The ST3000NM0033 is the SATA 6Gb/s version of the Constellation ES.3 family. Check the exact model number when replacing a drive in a system that supports only a particular interface.
Can this drive be used in a RAID configuration?
It can be considered for compatible SATA-based RAID systems. Confirm that the RAID controller supports this model, the drive capacity, and the intended configuration before deployment.
Does the ST3000NM0033 support hardware encryption?
The ST3000NM0033 is the standard model. The separately numbered ST3000NM0053 is the self-encrypting variant. Do not assume that the standard model includes the additional hardware encryption features of that variant.
What should be checked before installing this drive in a server?
Verify SATA interface support, 3TB capacity recognition, drive-bay dimensions, power requirements, and controller firmware compatibility. For RAID systems, consult the equipment manufacturer's supported-drive documentation.
Are SATA cables and mounting accessories included?
Package contents have not been verified for this specific listing. Confirm the supplied accessories with the seller before ordering.
