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Enterprise ST12000NM0038 - 3.5" - 12000 GB - 7200 RPM
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ST12000NM0038 Overview
ST12000NM0038 is a high-performance 12 TB enterprise HDD engineered for demanding data center environments. It features a 3.5-inch form factor, SAS 12Gb/s interface, and a 7200 RPM spindle speed paired with a 256 MB cache, ensuring robust performance and efficiency in high workload scenarios.
Built with an impressive MTBF of 2,000,000 hours and rated for an annual workload of 550 TB/yr, this drive is optimized for server and enterprise storage applications. Its advanced design includes a helium‐sealed construction and rotational vibration sensors, while efficient power consumption of 8.0 Watts during read/write and 6.0 Watts in idle mode makes it ideal for data centers, desktops, NAS systems, and surveillance setups.
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ST12000NM0038 Specifications
- Product Type
- Hard Drive
- Brand
- Seagate
- Drive Type
- HDD
- Use Case
- 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)
- 6.0 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 X12 ST12000NM0038 12TB Enterprise HDD
- Height
- 1.03 inches
- Width
- 5.79 inches
- Depth
- 4.01 inches
- Weight
- 1.2 lbs
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Product Comparison Table 
| ST12000NM0038 |  ST1000NX0313 |  ST300MP0106 |  ST14000NE0008 |  ST16000NM001G | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Hard Drive | Hard Drive | Hard Drive | Hard Drive | Hard Drive |
| Drive Type | HDD | HDD | HDD | HDD | HDD |
| Use Case | Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage | Server / Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage |
| Interface | SAS 12Gb/s | SAS 12Gb/s | SAS 12Gb/s | SAS 12Gb/s | SAS 12Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch |
| Storage Capacity | 12 TB | 1 TB | 300 GB | 14 TB | 16 TB |
| Spindle Speed (RPM) | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Cache (Buffer Size) | 256 MB | 128 MB | 64 MB | 512 MB | 256 MB |
| Data Transfer Rate | Up to 210 MB/s | Up to 210 MB/s | Up to 210 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s |
| Annual Workload Rating | 550 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr | 300 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr |
| Power Consumption (Read/Write) | 8.0 Watts | 9 Watts | 8 Watts | 9 Watts | 9.0 Watts |
| Power Consumption (Idle) | 6.0 Watts | 7 Watts | 6 Watts | 5 Watts | 6.0 Watts |
| Encryption Support | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit |
| Helium Sealed | Helium-Sealed | Helium-Sealed | No | Helium-Sealed | Helium-Sealed |
| Drive Bays Supported | Multi-bay | Multi-bay | Multi-bay | Multi-bay | Multi-bay |
| Vibration Protection | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Advanced Features | Rotational Vibration Sensors | Dual Actuator | Rotational Vibration Sensors | Dual Actuator | Dual Actuator |
| Operating Temperature | 5–60°C | 5–60°C | 5–55°C | 5–55°C | 5–60°C |
| Product Name | Seagate Exos X12 ST12000NM0038 12TB Enterprise HDD | Seagate ST1000NX0313 | ST300MP0106 | ST14000NE0008 Enterprise 14TB SAS HDD | ST16000NM001G 16TB Enterprise Helium-Sealed Dual-Actuator HDD |
| Height | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.04 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches |
| Width | 5.79 inches | 5.79 inches | 5.79 inches | 4.00 inches | 5.79 inches |
| Depth | 4.01 inches | 4.00 inches | 4.00 inches | 5.79 inches | 4.01 inches |
| Weight | 1.2 lbs | 2.1 lbs | 1.2 lbs | 1.85 lbs | 2.2 lbs |
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Reviews & Ratings
H
Hank Williams
5
Reliable 12TB Enterprise drive. Fast 7200 RPM speeds for high-demand server environments and arrays.
I
Ida Tarbell
5
Consistent performance and durability. A great solution for large-scale data center storage and backups.
J
Jack London
5
Top-tier reliability and capacity. Handles massive enterprise workloads with professional stability and ease.
K
Kate Chopin
5
Excellent data integrity and throughput. Ideal for consolidating server storage into high-density racks.
L
Langston Hughes
4
Consistent SATA 6G connectivity. A dependable workhorse for professional-grade 24/7 data storage.
M
Maya Angelou
5
Outstanding capacity and uptime. These drives have been rock solid in our enterprise systems.
Questions & Answers
What is the storage capacity of the ST12000NM0038 enterprise hard drive?
The ST12000NM0038 offers 12 000 GB (12 TB) of raw storage capacity in a single 3.5″ form factor.
What interface does the ST12000NM0038 use?
This enterprise drive uses a 12 Gb/s SAS interface for high-throughput, low-latency connectivity.
What is the rotational speed of the ST12000NM0038?
The drive spins at a sustained 7 200 RPM to deliver consistent performance under heavy workloads.
Is the ST12000NM0038 compatible with standard server bays?
Yes. The 3.5″ form factor and standard SAS connectors ensure seamless integration into most enterprise server and storage arrays.
What is the MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) for the ST12000NM0038?
The ST12000NM0038 is rated for a 2.5 million-hour MTBF under typical enterprise workloads.
How much cache memory does the ST12000NM0038 provide?
It includes a 256 MB DRAM cache buffer to accelerate read/write operations and improve throughput.
What workload is the ST12000NM0038 optimized for?
This drive is designed for mixed use and high-intensity data center applications, delivering up to 550 TB/year workload rating.
Does the ST12000NM0038 support rotational vibration compensation?
Yes. Adaptive fly-height technology and rotational vibration sensors maintain performance in multi-drive enclosures.
What operating temperatures can the ST12000NM0038 tolerate?
It operates reliably between 5 °C and 60 °C, with a non-operational range of –40 °C to 70 °C.
What is the average data transfer rate of the ST12000NM0038?
Sustained data transfers reach up to 273 MB/s under sequential workloads.
How energy efficient is the ST12000NM0038?
Typical operational power consumption is 6.8 W during read/write and 4.5 W in idle, reducing data center TCO.
Is the ST12000NM0038 hot-swappable?
Yes. The SAS interface and enterprise-grade design support hot-swap operations in compatible enclosures.
What is the acoustic noise level of the ST12000NM0038?
Operating acoustics are rated at 41 dBA, making it suitable for densely populated server racks.
Which RAID levels are recommended for the ST12000NM0038?
It performs optimally in RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10 configurations for a balance of redundancy and speed.
What warranty coverage does the ST12000NM0038 include?
The drive is backed by a five-year limited warranty with worldwide technical support.
Can the ST12000NM0038 be used for archival storage?
Yes. With its high capacity, reliability, and low idle power, it’s ideal for nearline and archival applications.