Product Overview
The Seagate ST32000444SS is a 2TB enterprise hard disk drive from the Seagate Constellation ES family. Designed for enterprise storage infrastructure, this 3.5-inch drive combines a 7200RPM spindle speed with a 6Gb/s Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) interface.
The drive is intended for compatible servers, enterprise storage systems, and SAS-connected disk enclosures. Its dual-port interface supports enterprise storage architectures that use SAS connectivity for host access and storage-path design.
Performance and Connectivity
The ST32000444SS supports SAS interface transfer rates of up to 6Gb/s, with backward compatibility for 3Gb/s SAS links. Actual data throughput depends on the workload, host controller, and storage configuration.
The 7200RPM spindle speed supports general enterprise storage workloads, including data repositories, file storage, and compatible server applications. The onboard cache assists with drive data handling.
Enterprise Storage Features
The Constellation ES platform incorporates enterprise-oriented error detection and correction capabilities designed to support data integrity. Seagate PowerChoice technology provides supported power-management options for compatible storage environments.
This exact model is the standard, non-self-encrypting version of the drive. It should not be confused with separately numbered encrypted variants in the same product family.
Key Features
- 2TB storage capacity: Provides storage space for enterprise data and server workloads.
- 7200RPM spindle speed: Supports conventional enterprise hard disk storage applications.
- 6Gb/s SAS interface: Connects to compatible enterprise SAS controllers and backplanes.
- Dual-port SAS connectivity: Supports compatible enterprise storage architectures with dual-port connections.
- PowerChoice technology: Provides configurable power-management options in supported environments.
Compatibility and Installation
The ST32000444SS requires a compatible 3.5-inch SAS drive bay and a SAS-capable controller or backplane. A SATA-only controller should not be assumed to support this SAS drive.
Before installation, verify the storage system's supported drive models, SAS interface compatibility, firmware requirements, and available drive-bay space. For RAID deployments, consult the system manufacturer's compatibility documentation.
Applications
- Enterprise server storage.
- SAS-attached storage arrays and disk enclosures.
- Direct-attached enterprise storage systems.
- Business data repositories and file storage infrastructure.
- Compatible enterprise backup and data-retention systems.
DC Supplies Product Note
Confirm the SAS interface and exact model number before using this drive as a replacement. The ST32000444SS is the standard model; ST32000445SS is a separately numbered self-encrypting variant, while ST32000446SS is the FIPS 140-2 Level 2-certified variant. These models should not be treated as interchangeable when security requirements or system qualification matter.
Specifications
| Brand | Seagate |
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| Manufacturer | Seagate Technology |
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| Part Number / MPN | ST32000444SS |
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| Product Type | Enterprise internal hard disk drive |
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| Product Family | Constellation ES |
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| Storage Capacity | 2TB |
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| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
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| Spindle Speed | 7200RPM |
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| Interface | Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) |
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| Interface Transfer Rate | 6Gb/s |
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| Backward-Compatible SAS Rate | 3Gb/s |
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| Cache | 16MB |
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| Interface Ports | Dual-port SAS |
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| Sector Size | 512 bytes |
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| Average Read Seek Time | 8.5ms |
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| Average Write Seek Time | 9.5ms |
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| Operating Temperature | 5°C to 60°C |
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| Height | 26.1mm |
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| Width | 101.6mm |
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| Depth | 146.99mm |
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| Drive Security Classification | Standard model; not a self-encrypting or FIPS-certified variant |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Seagate ST32000444SS a SAS or SATA drive?
This model uses a 6Gb/s SAS interface. It requires compatible SAS storage infrastructure and should not be assumed to work with a SATA-only controller.
Can this drive be installed in a server?
Yes, provided the server supports the drive's 3.5-inch form factor, SAS interface, and exact model. Check the server manufacturer's drive compatibility list before installation.
Is the ST32000444SS self-encrypting?
No. The ST32000444SS is the standard model. The ST32000445SS and ST32000446SS are separate variants with different security capabilities.
Can this drive be used in a RAID array?
It can be used in a compatible SAS-based RAID environment. Confirm controller support, firmware compatibility, and the system's approved drive list before deployment.
Are a drive tray or SAS cables included?
Package contents have not been verified for this specific listing. Confirm whether a mounting tray, connecting cables, or other accessories are supplied before ordering.
