Seagate Enterprise ST4000NM025B internal hard drive 4 TB 7200 RPM 256 MB 3.5 inch SAS

The Seagate Exos 7E10 ST4000NM025B is a 4TB 3.5" SAS enterprise hard drive engineered for sustained performance in data center and server environments. With a 7200 RPM spindle speed, 256 MB cache and design optimised for unstructured data, this drive targets cost-effective, reliable storage for enterprise applications and workloads.

Advantages

The Exos 7E10 provides high throughput and low latency for demanding workloads, backed by a 2,000,000-hour MTBF rating and enterprise-class SAS interface for reliability and compatibility with server and storage arrays. A 256 MB buffer and 7200 RPM speed deliver improved data access and transfer rates, while the 3.5" form factor fits standard rack and chassis deployments.

Suitable for

• Enterprise servers and storage arrays
• Archival and unstructured data repositories
• Virtualisation hosts and database storage
• Backup and nearline storage solutions

Key specifications

• Model: Seagate Exos 7E10 ST4000NM025B
• Capacity: 4000 GB
• Form factor: 3.5"
• Interface: SAS
• Speed: 7200 RPM
• Cache: 256 MB
• MTBF: 2,000,000 hours
• Weight: 0.62 kg

How to use

Install the ST4000NM025B into a compatible 3.5" drive bay on a server or storage enclosure supporting SAS connectivity. Configure the drive within your RAID or storage management software according to your redundancy and performance needs. Ensure firmware is up to date and follow your system vendor's guidelines for hot-swap or fixed-mount procedures.

Recommendations

Use the Seagate Exos 7E10 in enterprise environments where high availability and sustained throughput are required. Match the drive to appropriate RAID levels or erasure coding for data protection, monitor drive health through SMART and enterprise monitoring tools, and maintain proper cooling and vibration control within the chassis.