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ST8000DM004 Overview
ST8000DM004 is a high-capacity 8 TB HDD engineered for reliable desktop storage, featuring a 3.5-inch form factor, a SATA III interface, and a spindle speed of 7200 RPM with a robust 256 MB cache. This drive is designed to deliver consistent performance for demanding applications, ensuring ample space for everyday computing and high-volume data storage.
ST8000DM004 offers a rated annual workload of 180 TB/yr and an MTBF of 1,000,000 hours, supporting reliable operation in desktop and light server environments. With power consumption figures of approximately 6.8 Watts during read/write operations and 4.2 Watts in idle mode, and without advanced features such as helium sealing, vibration protection, or dual actuator technology, this drive is well-suited for data centers, desktops, NAS systems, and surveillance applications.
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ST8000DM004 Specifications
- Product Type
- Hard Drive
- Drive Type
- HDD
- Use Case
- Desktop
- Interface
- SATA III
- Form Factor
- 3.5-inch
- Storage Capacity
- 8 TB
- Spindle Speed (RPM)
- 7200 RPM
- Cache (Buffer Size)
- 256 MB
- Average Latency
- N/A
- Data Transfer Rate
- Up to 210 MB/s
- Annual Workload Rating
- 180 TB/yr
- Power Consumption (Read/Write)
- 6.8 Watts
- Power Consumption (Idle)
- 4.2 Watts
- Encryption Support
- No
- Helium Sealed
- No
- Drive Bays Supported
- Single
- Vibration Protection
- No
- Advanced Features
- N/A
- Operating Temperature
- 5–55°C
- Product Name
- Seagate Barracuda ST8000DM004
- Height
- 1.02 inches
- Width
- 5.79 inches
- Depth
- 4.01 inches
- Weight
- 1.85 lbs
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Product Comparison Table 
| ST8000DM004 |  ST6000NE000 |  XA240LE10003 |  ST16000NM002G |  ST4000LM024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Hard Drive | Hard Drive | Hard Drive | Hard Drive | Hard Drive |
| Drive Type | HDD | HDD | HDD | HDD | HDD |
| Use Case | Desktop | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage |
| Interface | SATA III | SATA III | SATA III | SAS 12Gb/s | SATA III |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 2.5-inch |
| Storage Capacity | 8 TB | 6 TB | 4 TB | 16 TB | 4 TB |
| Spindle Speed (RPM) | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Cache (Buffer Size) | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 512 MB | 128 MB |
| Average Latency | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 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 150 MB/s |
| Annual Workload Rating | 180 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr | 300 TB/yr |
| Power Consumption (Read/Write) | 6.8 Watts | 8.5 Watts | 9 Watts | 8.6 Watts | 5.6 Watts |
| Power Consumption (Idle) | 4.2 Watts | 5.9 Watts | 6 Watts | 5.3 Watts | 3.4 Watts |
| Encryption Support | No | AES 256-bit | No | AES 256-bit | No |
| Helium Sealed | No | Helium-Sealed | Helium-Sealed | Helium-Sealed | No |
| Drive Bays Supported | Single | Multi-bay | Multi-bay | Multi-bay | N/A |
| Vibration Protection | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Advanced Features | N/A | Rotational Vibration Sensors | Dual Actuator | Rotational Vibration Sensors | N/A |
| Operating Temperature | 5–55°C | 5–60°C | 5–60°C | 5–60°C | 5–60°C |
| Product Name | Seagate Barracuda ST8000DM004 | ST6000NE000 6TB Enterprise HDD | XA240LE10003 | ST16000NM002G | Seagate ST4000LM024 4TB 2.5-inch SATA III HDD |
| Height | 1.02 inches | 1.03 inches | 1 inches | 1.03 inches | 0.37 inches |
| Width | 5.79 inches | 4 inches | 4 inches | 5.79 inches | 2.75 inches |
| Depth | 4.01 inches | 5.79 inches | 5.8 inches | 4.00 inches | 3.94 inches |
| Weight | 1.85 lbs | 1.4 lbs | 1.5 lbs | 1.85 lbs | 0.6 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
T
Tessa Lane
5
Reliable Barracuda drive with consistent performance. Great value for high-capacity SATA storage needs.
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Wilder Smith
5
The 256MB cache helps keep data moving smoothly. Ideal for a primary backup drive.
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Zelda Vance
5
Quiet operation despite the large capacity. A solid choice for home and office desktops.
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Gideon Moore
5
Huge amount of storage for the price. Reliable for archiving and long-term data storage.
I
Indie Hart
4
Easy to set up and provides steady transfer speeds for large file transfers.
Questions & Answers
What is the storage capacity of the ST8000DM004?
The Seagate Barracuda ST8000DM004 delivers 8 TB of native desktop storage capacity.
Which interface does the 8TB Barracuda ST8000DM004 use?
The ST8000DM004 uses a SATA III 6 Gbit/s interface, backward compatible with SATA II.
What is the rotational speed of the ST8000DM004?
The drive spins at 5,400 RPM, balancing performance and power efficiency.
How much cache memory does the Seagate Barracuda 8TB drive have?
It features 256 MB of onboard DRAM cache for accelerated data buffering.
What form factor is the ST8000DM004?
The ST8000DM004 is a 3.5-inch internal desktop HDD designed for standard PC bays.
Is the 8TB Barracuda drive compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux?
Yes, the ST8000DM004 is fully compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems.
Can I use the ST8000DM004 in a home NAS or RAID setup?
While optimized for desktop use, it can be deployed in home NAS and basic RAID arrays.
What is the power consumption of the Seagate Barracuda ST8000DM004?
Typical power draw is 4.5 W idle and 5.3 W during write operations.
What is the MTBF rating for the ST8000DM004?
The drive boasts a mean time between failures (MTBF) of 720,000 hours.
What warranty and data recovery service are included?
The ST8000DM004 includes a 2-year limited warranty plus Rescue Data Recovery Service.
What are common use cases for the 8TB Barracuda drive?
Ideal for high-capacity desktop storage, PC gaming, multimedia editing, and archiving.
What sustained transfer speeds can I expect?
The ST8000DM004 delivers up to 150 MB/s sustained sequential transfer rates.
Does the Seagate Barracuda ST8000DM004 support NCQ?
Yes, it supports Native Command Queuing to optimize I/O command execution.
How noisy is the 8TB Barracuda drive in operation?
It operates at 20 dBA idle and up to 24 dBA during seek cycles for quiet performance.
Can I install the ST8000DM004 in an external enclosure?
Yes, it’s compatible with any standard 3.5-inch external SATA enclosure.
What data protection features does the ST8000DM004 offer?
It includes S.M.A.R.T. monitoring, rotational vibration tolerance, and power management.
Does the 8TB Barracuda include data recovery options?
Yes, Seagate’s Rescue Data Recovery Service is included to safeguard your data.