Seagate SkyHawk internal hard drive 1 TB 5400 RPM 128 MB 2.5 Serial ATA III

Security installers and system integrators rely on the Seagate SkyHawk 1TB hard drive for continuous video recording in small to medium surveillance setups. Its 2.5-inch form factor fits compact DVRs and NVRs, while the SATA III interface ensures smooth data flow from multiple cameras. With 128MB cache and 5400 RPM, it handles 24/7 workloads without missing a frame.

Key specifications

• Capacity: 1 TB
• Form factor: 2.5 inch
• Interface: SATA III (6 Gb/s)
• Spindle speed: 5400 RPM
• Cache: 128 MB
• Optimized for surveillance systems
• Max sustained data rate: up to 140 MB/s
• Recording technology: SMR
• Workload rate limit: 180 TB/year
• MTBF: 1,000,000 hours
• Power consumption: 0.5W idle, 1.8W operating
• Operating temperature: 0°C to 70°C
• Shock resistance: 400G operating, 1000G non-operating
• Noise level: 2.0 bels idle
• Features: ImagePerfect firmware, SkyHawk Health Management
• Supports up to 8 drive bays
• Error recovery control

Why choose it

Built for always-on surveillance, this drive delivers reliable performance with low power draw and quiet operation. ImagePerfect firmware minimizes dropped frames, while SkyHawk Health Management provides proactive monitoring. The 1TB capacity stores weeks of high-definition footage, and the compact 2.5-inch size allows flexible installation in space-constrained enclosures.

Ideal use cases

• Home and small business security systems
• Network video recorders (NVRs) with up to 8 bays
• Digital video recorders (DVRs) for continuous recording
• Edge storage for IP cameras
• Compact surveillance appliances

Good to know

This drive is engineered for surveillance workloads, with a 180 TB/year endurance rating and 1M hour MTBF. It operates quietly at 2.0 bels and withstands shocks up to 1000G when powered off. SMR technology increases areal density for cost-effective storage, and the drive is backed by Seagate's reliability features for 24/7 operation.