The Seagate ST16000NE000 is a 16TB internal hard drive from the IronWolf Pro NAS storage family. Designed for business NAS systems and multi-drive storage environments, it combines high storage capacity with a 7200RPM spindle speed, SATA 6Gb/s interface, and 256MB cache. It is suitable for centralized file storage, backup repositories, professional media libraries, and other data-intensive NAS applications.
Product Overview
IronWolf Pro drives are designed for continuous operation in compatible network-attached storage systems. The ST16000NE000 uses conventional magnetic recording (CMR), supports multi-user workloads, and includes rotational-vibration sensors to help maintain operation in multi-drive NAS enclosures. It is rated for use in systems with up to 24 drive bays, subject to host-system compatibility.
Key Features
- 16TB storage capacity: Provides substantial storage space for business documents, shared files, backups, and large media collections.
- 7200RPM spindle speed: Supports data access for compatible NAS and enterprise storage workloads.
- SATA 6Gb/s interface: Connects to compatible SATA-equipped NAS systems, servers, and storage enclosures.
- 256MB cache: Helps manage data access and transfer operations.
- CMR recording technology: Supports consistent write workloads commonly required in NAS and RAID configurations.
NAS and Business Applications
- Business and professional NAS systems
- Shared storage for teams and departments
- Centralized backup and data-retention repositories
- Professional media and content libraries
- Compatible multi-bay NAS and RAID storage systems
Reliability and Storage Management
The ST16000NE000 is specified for a workload rate of up to 300TB per year and a mean time between failures (MTBF) of 1.2 million hours under the manufacturer's stated operating conditions. Rotational-vibration sensors help address the demands of multi-drive environments. IronWolf Health Management is supported on compatible NAS platforms.
Seagate lists a five-year limited warranty for this model. Rescue Data Recovery Services are also listed for eligible drives, with service duration, registration requirements, and availability depending on the region and applicable terms. Confirm the coverage associated with the specific drive before purchase.
Compatibility and Installation
This drive uses a standard 3.5-inch SATA connection and a 512e logical sector format. Before installation, verify that the NAS, RAID controller, host bus adapter, or storage enclosure supports 16TB drives and the required sector format. Support for drive health reporting and other NAS management features depends on the host system and its software.
DC Supplies Product Note
When choosing the Seagate ST16000NE000, check the exact model number and confirm compatibility with your NAS or storage controller. The advertised 16TB capacity uses decimal units, so the capacity displayed by an operating system may be lower. RAID configuration, filesystem formatting, and system overhead can further reduce available storage.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Seagate |
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| Part Number MPN | ST16000NE000 |
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| Product Type | Internal NAS hard drive |
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| Product Family | IronWolf Pro |
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| Storage Capacity | 16TB |
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| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
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| Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
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| Spindle Speed | 7200RPM |
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| Cache Buffer | 256MB |
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| Recording Technology | Conventional Magnetic Recording (CMR) |
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| Logical Sector Format | 512e |
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| Maximum Sustained Transfer Rate | Up to 255MB/s |
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| Drive Bays Supported | Up to 24 bays, subject to system compatibility |
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| Annual Workload Rate | 300TB/year |
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| Rotational Vibration Sensors | Yes |
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| Hot-Plug Support | Supported in compatible systems |
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| IronWolf Health Management | Supported on compatible NAS systems |
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| MTBF | 1,200,000 hours |
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| Annualized Failure Rate | 0.73%, under specified operating conditions |
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| Nonrecoverable Read Errors | 1 sector per 1015 bits read |
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| Average Latency | 4.16ms |
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| Operating Temperature | 5°C to 60°C drive-reported temperature |
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| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 26.11 × 101.85 × 146.99mm maximum |
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| Maximum Weight | 670g |
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| Limited Warranty | 5 years, subject to applicable warranty terms |
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| Rescue Data Recovery Services | Listed for eligible drives; regional availability and terms apply |
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the storage capacity of the Seagate ST16000NE000?
The drive provides 16TB of formatted storage capacity.
2. Is the ST16000NE000 designed for NAS systems?
Yes. It belongs to the IronWolf Pro family, designed for compatible business and professional NAS systems, including multi-bay environments.
3. Which interface does this hard drive use?
It uses a SATA 6Gb/s interface and a standard 3.5-inch form factor. Check the host system's drive-capacity and sector-format support before installation.
4. Does this model use CMR recording?
Yes. Seagate specifies conventional magnetic recording (CMR) for the ST16000NE000.
5. Can the ST16000NE000 be used in a RAID array?
It can be used in compatible NAS and RAID storage systems. Verify the controller's supported capacity, sector format, and drive compatibility before deployment.
6. What warranty coverage is available?
Seagate lists a five-year limited warranty. Rescue Data Recovery Services may also be available for eligible drives, depending on regional availability and the applicable service terms.
