The Seagate SkyHawk AI ST24000VE002 is a high-capacity 24TB surveillance hard drive designed for compatible network video recorders (NVRs) and AI-enabled video surveillance systems. Combining a 3.5-inch form factor, SATA 6Gb/s interface, 7200 RPM spindle speed, and 512MB cache, it provides substantial storage for video footage and supported analytics workloads.
Purpose-Built for AI Video Surveillance
SkyHawk AI drives are designed for surveillance environments that record multiple camera streams while performing supported video analytics. The ST24000VE002 supports up to 64 HD cameras and 32 AI channels under the manufacturer's specified test conditions. Actual capacity and stream performance depend on camera settings, recording configuration, analytics workload, and the capabilities of the complete surveillance system.
Key Features
- 24TB storage capacity: Provides substantial space for surveillance recordings and video archives.
- SATA 6Gb/s interface: Connects to compatible NVRs and storage controllers with SATA support.
- 7200 RPM spindle speed: Supports the demands of continuous video recording and data access.
- 512MB cache: Helps manage drive data operations.
- CMR recording technology: Conventional magnetic recording supports sustained surveillance storage workloads.
- Helium-sealed design: Supports the drive's high-capacity internal construction.
- Rotational vibration sensors: Help manage vibration in multi-drive recording systems.
- AI workload support: Designed for compatible surveillance systems with video analytics requirements.
- SkyHawk Health Management: Supported system integration can provide drive-health monitoring and storage-management features.
- Continuous-operation rating: Specified for up to 8,760 power-on hours per year.
Ideal Applications
- AI-enabled network video recorders (NVRs)
- Commercial and enterprise CCTV systems
- Multi-camera surveillance installations
- Video recording and long-term footage retention
- Compatible video analytics and monitoring platforms
- Centralised security-video storage systems
Surveillance Performance and Reliability
The ST24000VE002 has a manufacturer-rated workload limit of 550TB per year and a mean time between failures (MTBF) rating of 2.5 million hours. These are specification-based ratings rather than a guarantee of the service life of an individual drive. Rotational vibration sensors are intended to help the drive operate in suitable multi-drive surveillance enclosures.
For important footage, configure appropriate retention policies and maintain a separate backup or redundancy strategy where required. RAID alone should not be treated as a complete backup solution.
Compatibility Considerations
Before installation, verify that your NVR or surveillance server supports 24TB SATA hard drives and the 3.5-inch form factor. Check the manufacturer's compatibility list, available drive bays, controller support, firmware, and operating-system capacity limits. Support for 64 HD cameras and 32 AI channels depends on the system configuration and the test conditions specified by Seagate.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Seagate |
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| Part Number MPN | ST24000VE002 |
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| Product Type | Internal Surveillance Hard Disk Drive |
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| Product Family | SkyHawk AI |
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| Capacity | 24TB |
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| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
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| Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
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| Spindle Speed | 7200 RPM |
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| Cache | 512MB |
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| Recording Technology | CMR (Conventional Magnetic Recording) |
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| Drive Design | Helium-sealed |
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| Maximum Sustained Transfer Rate | Up to 285MB/s (model-specific datasheet rating) |
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| Supported HD Cameras | Up to 64 under specified test conditions |
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| AI Channels | Up to 32 |
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| Rotational Vibration Sensors | Yes |
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| Workload Rate Limit | 550TB per year |
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| MTBF Rating | 2.5 million hours |
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| Power-On Rating | Up to 8,760 hours per year |
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| Maximum Non-recoverable Read Error Rate | 1 sector per 1015 bits read |
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| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 26.1 × 101.85 × 147mm maximum |
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| Typical Weight | Approximately 685g |
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| Limited Warranty | 5 years, subject to Seagate terms and regional availability |
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| Rescue Data Recovery Services | 3 years, subject to eligibility and regional availability |
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DC Supplies Product Note
When selecting the Seagate SkyHawk AI ST24000VE002, confirm the exact model number and compatibility with your surveillance recorder. This drive is designed specifically for video-surveillance workloads; verify your system's camera count, AI-processing requirements, and supported storage capacity before installation.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the capacity of the Seagate ST24000VE002?
The drive has a rated storage capacity of 24TB.
2. Is this drive designed for CCTV and NVR systems?
Yes. The SkyHawk AI series is designed for compatible video-surveillance recorders and AI-enabled surveillance storage systems.
3. How many cameras can it support?
Seagate specifies support for up to 64 HD cameras and 32 AI channels under defined test conditions. Real-world support depends on the recorder, video settings, and analytics workload.
4. Which interface does this drive use?
It uses a SATA 6Gb/s interface. Confirm that your NVR or storage controller supports 3.5-inch SATA drives and 24TB capacities.
5. Does the ST24000VE002 use CMR recording?
Yes. Seagate specifies CMR recording technology for this model.
6. Does it include data recovery services?
Seagate lists a three-year Rescue Data Recovery Services plan for eligible products and regions. Availability and coverage are subject to the applicable service terms, so confirm eligibility with your seller.
