Product Overview
The Seagate ST16000NM004J is a 16TB enterprise-class hard drive from the Exos X18 family, designed for high-capacity data storage in compatible enterprise servers, storage arrays, and data centre environments. It features a 3.5-inch form factor, a 12Gb/s SAS interface, 7200RPM rotational speed, and 256MB cache to support demanding storage workloads.
Using conventional magnetic recording (CMR) and a helium-sealed design, this drive provides high-capacity storage for enterprise applications that require consistent access to large volumes of data. This is the standard SAS model, rather than the self-encrypting ST16000NM005J or SED-FIPS ST16000NM007J variants.
Key Features
- 16TB storage capacity: Provides substantial capacity for enterprise data, business applications, and large storage pools.
- 12Gb/s SAS interface: Designed for compatible enterprise SAS controllers and storage systems.
- 7200RPM performance: Supports enterprise storage workloads requiring dependable access to stored information.
- 256MB cache: Helps manage data transfers during read and write operations.
- CMR recording technology: Uses conventional magnetic recording for enterprise storage workloads.
- Helium-sealed design: Supports the drive's high-capacity internal architecture.
- Enterprise reliability features: Includes PowerChoice power management, PowerBalance technology, SuperParity, and hot-plug support in compatible systems.
Applications
- Enterprise servers and data centre storage infrastructure
- Compatible SAS storage arrays and disk enclosures
- High-capacity business data repositories
- Bulk data storage and archival systems
- Virtualised environments and large-scale storage pools
Compatibility Information
This drive requires a compatible 12Gb/s SAS host interface. SAS drives are not directly interchangeable with SATA drives in every system, so verify the storage controller, backplane, drive carrier, firmware requirements, and supported drive capacities before purchase. Physical fit alone does not guarantee compatibility.
The model supports 512e and 4Kn sector formats through Seagate FastFormat technology. Confirm the required sector format and system support before configuring the drive. Changing format may erase existing data, so back up important information before carrying out any format conversion.
DC Supplies Product Note
When selecting the Seagate ST16000NM004J, confirm that your server or storage enclosure supports 16TB SAS drives and the 12Gb/s SAS interface. Check the exact part number carefully: the ST16000NM004J is the standard SAS model, while ST16000NM005J is the self-encrypting variant and ST16000NM007J is the SED-FIPS variant.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|
| Brand | Seagate |
| Part Number MPN | ST16000NM004J |
| Product Type | Internal enterprise hard disk drive |
| Product Family | Exos X18 |
| Storage Capacity | 16TB |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
| Interface | 12Gb/s SAS |
| Rotational Speed | 7200RPM |
| Cache | 256MB |
| Recording Technology | Conventional Magnetic Recording (CMR) |
| Sector Formats | 512e / 4Kn, FastFormat supported |
| Drive Design | Helium-sealed |
| Security Variant | Standard model; not the SED or SED-FIPS variant |
| Power Management | PowerChoice |
| Power/Performance Technology | PowerBalance |
| Data Protection Feature | SuperParity |
| Hot-Plug Support | Supported in compatible systems |
| Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) | 2.5 million hours |
| Limited Warranty | 5 years, subject to manufacturer terms |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the capacity of the Seagate ST16000NM004J?
This drive has a nominal storage capacity of 16TB.
2. Is the ST16000NM004J a SATA or SAS drive?
It is a SAS drive with a 12Gb/s interface. It should be used with a compatible SAS controller and storage backplane.
3. Is this model self-encrypting?
No. ST16000NM004J is the standard model. The corresponding 16TB SAS self-encrypting model is ST16000NM005J, while ST16000NM007J is the SED-FIPS variant.
4. What recording technology does it use?
The drive uses conventional magnetic recording (CMR).
5. Can it be used in a desktop computer?
Only if the computer has compatible SAS hardware and suitable physical mounting. Most standard desktop motherboards provide SATA rather than SAS connectivity.
6. Is it suitable for enterprise servers and storage arrays?
Yes, it is designed for enterprise storage applications, provided the server or array supports the drive's SAS interface, capacity, sector format, and other requirements.
