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12TB SATA 6G 7.2K 256MB 3.5IN EXOS X14
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ST12000NM0008 Overview
ST12000NM0008 is a 12 TB HDD engineered for enterprise storage, offering a 3.5-inch form factor and a high-performance SAS 12Gb/s interface. With a spindle speed of 7200 RPM, a generous 256 MB of cache, and a workload rating of 550 TB/yr, it delivers reliable performance for mission-critical data centers and server environments.
This helium-sealed drive is designed to operate reliably under rigorous conditions with rated MTBF figures and is optimized for multi-drive environments through advanced rotational vibration sensors. ST12000NM0008 is well suited for installation in desktops, NAS, surveillance systems, and other enterprise storage solutions while providing efficient power consumption during read/write (8.0 Watts) and idle (5.0 Watts) operations.
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ST12000NM0008 Specifications
- Product Type
- Hard Drive
- Brand
- Seagate
- Drive Type
- HDD
- Use Case
- Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage
- Interface
- SAS 12Gb/s
- Form Factor
- 3.5-inch
- Storage Capacity
- 12 TB
- Spindle Speed (RPM)
- 7200 RPM
- Cache (Buffer Size)
- 256 MB
- Data Transfer Rate
- Up to 210 MB/s
- Annual Workload Rating
- 550 TB/yr
- Power Consumption (Read/Write)
- 8.0 Watts
- Power Consumption (Idle)
- 5.0 Watts
- Encryption Support
- AES 256-bit
- Helium Sealed
- Helium-Sealed
- Drive Bays Supported
- Multi-bay
- Vibration Protection
- Yes
- Advanced Features
- Rotational Vibration Sensors
- Operating Temperature
- 5–60°C
- Product Name
- Seagate Exos X 12TB Enterprise HDD ST12000NM0008
- Height
- 1.03 inches
- Width
- 4.00 inches
- Depth
- 5.79 inches
- Weight
- 3.50 lbs
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Product Comparison Table 
| ST12000NM0008 |  ST6000DM003 |  ST6000NM0115 |  STJL1000400 |  ST16000NM002G | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Hard Drive | Hard Drive | Hard Drive | Hard Drive | Hard Drive |
| Drive Type | HDD | HDD | HDD | HDD | HDD |
| Use Case | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage | Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage |
| Interface | SAS 12Gb/s | SATA III | SAS 12Gb/s | SATA III | SAS 12Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch |
| Storage Capacity | 12 TB | 6 TB | 6 TB | 4 TB | 16 TB |
| Spindle Speed (RPM) | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Cache (Buffer Size) | 256 MB | 64 MB | 256 MB | 128 MB | 512 MB |
| Data Transfer Rate | Up to 210 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s | Up to 210 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s |
| Annual Workload Rating | 550 TB/yr | 180 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr | 300 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr |
| Power Consumption (Read/Write) | 8.0 Watts | 8.5 Watts | 8.0 Watts | 8 Watts | 8.6 Watts |
| Power Consumption (Idle) | 5.0 Watts | 5.5 Watts | 6.0 Watts | 6 Watts | 5.3 Watts |
| Encryption Support | AES 256-bit | No | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit |
| Helium Sealed | Helium-Sealed | No | Helium-Sealed | Helium-Sealed | Helium-Sealed |
| Drive Bays Supported | Multi-bay | Single | Multi-bay | Multi-bay | Multi-bay |
| Vibration Protection | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Operating Temperature | 5–60°C | 5–55°C | 5–60°C | 5–60°C | 5–60°C |
| Product Name | Seagate Exos X 12TB Enterprise HDD ST12000NM0008 | Seagate Barracuda ST6000DM003 | Seagate Exos X16 6TB ST6000NM0115 | STJL1000400 Enterprise HDD | ST16000NM002G |
| Height | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches | 1 in | 1.03 inches |
| Width | 4.00 inches | 4.01 inches | 4.01 inches | 4 in | 5.79 inches |
| Depth | 5.79 inches | 5.79 inches | 5.75 inches | 5.79 in | 4.00 inches |
| Weight | 3.50 lbs | 2.43 lbs | 2.0 lbs | 2.2 lbs | 1.85 lbs |
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Reviews & Ratings
A
Alaric Saltz
5
Powerful 12TB Exos X14. The 256MB cache ensures smooth data throughput for enterprise storage.
P
Phoebe Buffay
4
Reliable 7200 RPM performance. Ideal for large-scale cloud data centers and big data archives.
C
Chandler Bing
5
Consistent SATA 6G speed. A robust enterprise solution for high-density storage rack environments.
M
Monica Geller
5
Excellent workload rating and reliability. These drives are perfect for our massive server arrays.
J
Joey Tribbiani
4
Predictable performance and low power draw. An efficient choice for scaling enterprise infrastructure.
R
Rachel Green
5
Superior reliability and high capacity. The X14 series is a cornerstone of our storage.
Questions & Answers
What is the storage capacity of the Seagate ST12000NM0008 Exos X14?
The Seagate ST12000NM0008 Exos X14 provides 12 TB of raw storage capacity, ideal for large-scale data repositories.
Which interface does the Exos X14 ST12000NM0008 use?
It uses a SATA 6 Gb/s interface for broad compatibility with servers, workstations, and storage arrays.
What is the spindle speed of the Exos X14 12 TB drive?
The drive spins at 7,200 RPM, balancing high performance with energy-efficient operation.
How much cache does the Seagate Exos X14 include?
It features a 256 MB DRAM cache to accelerate random reads and sustained sequential transfers.
What form factor is the ST12000NM0008 Exos X14?
This drive adopts a standard 3.5-inch form factor, fitting into most enterprise server and storage chassis.
Is the Exos X14 designed for enterprise applications?
Yes; it’s engineered for hyperscale and enterprise environments with a 550 TB/year workload rating and high reliability.
What is the annual workload rating for the Exos X14?
The drive supports up to 550 terabytes of writes per year, suited for intensive read/write workloads.
What is the MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) for this drive?
The Seagate Exos X14 has an MTBF of 2.5 million hours, delivering industry-leading reliability.
Does the ST12000NM0008 support hardware encryption?
Yes; it offers optional Seagate Secure FIPS 140-2 validated encryption to protect data at rest.
Is the Exos X14 hot-swappable?
Yes; in compatible server and storage bays, the 3.5-inch SATA interface supports hot-swap installation.
What are the typical power consumption figures?
During active read/write operations it consumes 5.6 W and 4.0 W at idle, optimizing energy efficiency.
What operating and storage temperatures does it support?
Operating range is 5 °C to 60 °C; storage range is –40 °C to 70 °C for reliable environmental tolerance.
Can I use the Exos X14 in a NAS system?
Yes; while optimized for enterprise, it is compatible with NAS enclosures that support 3.5-inch SATA drives.
What sequential transfer rates can I expect?
The drive delivers up to 268 MB/s sustained sequential performance for efficient large-file transfers.
How do I install the ST12000NM0008 in my server?
Mount the 3.5-inch drive in a compatible bay, connect SATA power/data cables, then configure your BIOS or OS to detect it.
What warranty does Seagate offer on the Exos X14?
Seagate provides a 5-year limited warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship.