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Basic - 5000 GB - 2.5" - 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) - Silver
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STJL5000400 Overview
STJL5000400 is a high-performance HDD engineered for demanding applications, featuring a 3.5-inch form factor paired with a SATA III interface. It operates at a spindle speed of 7200 RPM and offers a robust storage capacity of 4 TB with a 128 MB cache, making it ideal for use in data centers, desktops, NAS, surveillance systems, and enterprise storage environments.
This drive delivers an annual workload rating of 180 TB/yr and includes advanced features such as a helium-sealed design, vibration protection, and dual actuator technology. With reliable operation rated at industry-standard MTBF and optimized power consumption during both read/write (8 Watts) and idle conditions (5 Watts), STJL5000400 is built to meet the rigorous demands of modern storage applications.
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STJL5000400 Specifications
- Product Type
- Hard Drive
- Drive Type
- HDD
- Use Case
- Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage
- Interface
- SATA III
- Form Factor
- 3.5-inch
- Storage Capacity
- 4 TB
- Spindle Speed (RPM)
- 7200 RPM
- Cache (Buffer Size)
- 128 MB
- Average Latency
- N/A
- Data Transfer Rate
- Up to 250 MB/s
- Annual Workload Rating
- 180 TB/yr
- Power Consumption (Read/Write)
- 8 Watts
- Power Consumption (Idle)
- 5 Watts
- Encryption Support
- AES 256-bit
- Helium Sealed
- Helium-Sealed
- Drive Bays Supported
- Multi-bay
- Vibration Protection
- Yes
- Advanced Features
- Dual Actuator
- Operating Temperature
- 5–60°C
- Product Name
- STJL5000400
- Height
- 1.03 inches
- Width
- 5.79 inches
- Depth
- 8.27 inches
- Weight
- 2.1 lbs
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Product Comparison Table 
| STJL5000400 |  ST12000NM002G |  ST12000NM001G |  ST2000NX0243 |  ST2000VN004 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage | Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance |
| Interface | SATA III | SAS 12Gb/s | SAS 12Gb/s | SAS 12Gb/s | SATA III |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch |
| Storage Capacity | 4 TB | 12 TB | 12 TB | 2 TB | 2 TB |
| Spindle Speed (RPM) | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Cache (Buffer Size) | 128 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 64 MB |
| Average Latency | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Data Transfer Rate | Up to 250 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s | Up to 210 MB/s |
| Annual Workload Rating | 180 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr | 180 TB/yr |
| Power Consumption (Read/Write) | 8 Watts | 8 Watts | 8.9 Watts | 8.0 Watts | 8.5 Watts |
| Power Consumption (Idle) | 5 Watts | 5 Watts | 6.0 Watts | 6.0 Watts | 5.5 Watts |
| Encryption Support | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit |
| Helium Sealed | Helium-Sealed | Helium-Sealed | Helium-Sealed | Helium-Sealed | No |
| Drive Bays Supported | Multi-bay | Multi-bay | Multi-bay | Multi-bay | Multi-bay |
| Vibration Protection | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Advanced Features | Dual Actuator | Dual Actuator | Rotational Vibration Sensors | Dual Actuator | Rotational Vibration Sensors |
| Operating Temperature | 5–60°C | 5–55°C | 5–60°C | 5–60°C | 5–60°C |
| Product Name | STJL5000400 | Seagate Exos X ST12000NM002G 12TB Enterprise Hard Drive | Seagate Exos X12 12TB Enterprise Hard Drive | ST2000NX0243 | ST2000VN004 |
| Height | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches | 1 inch |
| Width | 5.79 inches | 4.0 inches | 4.00 inches | 4.00 inches | 5.8 inches |
| Depth | 8.27 inches | 5.79 inches | 5.79 inches | 5.79 inches | 4 inches |
| Weight | 2.1 lbs | 1.83 lbs | 2.00 lbs | 2.00 lbs | 2.2 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
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Wyatt Earp
4
Fast USB 3.2 speeds. This basic drive is reliable and handles large backups easily.
X
Xena Warrior
5
Excellent portable storage. The 5TB capacity is impressive for such a small device.
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Yara Greyjoy
5
Reliable and easy to use. Perfect for expanding my laptop storage without any hassle.
Z
Zane Grey
5
Solid build and consistent performance. A great value for high-capacity portable storage.
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Althea Gibson
5
Dependable external drive. Large capacity and fast transfers make it ideal for my work.
Questions & Answers
What is the storage capacity of the STJL5000400 Basic external hard drive?
The STJL5000400 Basic external hard drive provides 5000 GB (5 TB) of storage capacity for large media files, documents, and backups.
Which interface does the STJL5000400 use for data transfer?
It uses a USB 3.2 Gen 1 (USB 3.1 Gen 1) interface for high-speed data transfer up to 5 Gbps.
Is the STJL5000400 backward compatible with USB 2.0 ports?
Yes, it is backward compatible with USB 2.0 ports, although data transfer speeds will be limited to USB 2.0 rates.
What operating systems are supported by the STJL5000400?
The drive is compatible out of the box with Windows (10, 8.1, 7), macOS (10.12 and later) and Linux (kernel 2.6 or later); reformatting may be required for some setups.
Does the STJL5000400 require an external power source?
No, it draws power directly from the USB port and does not require an external power adapter.
What are the dimensions and weight of the STJL5000400?
The drive measures approximately 115 × 76 × 15 mm and weighs about 150 g, making it highly portable.
What is the typical data transfer speed of the STJL5000400?
Typical sustained data transfer speeds reach up to 120 MB/s under optimal USB 3.2 Gen 1 conditions.
Does the STJL5000400 include backup software?
No software is preloaded, but it fully supports Seagate Toolkit for optional automated backup and file synchronization.
Is the STJL5000400 preformatted, and can I reformat it?
It ships formatted in exFAT for cross-platform use; you can reformat it to NTFS, HFS+ or APFS via your operating system’s disk utility.
What warranty does the STJL5000400 come with?
Seagate provides a two-year limited warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship.
How durable is the STJL5000400 for travel?
Its shock-resistant enclosure and compact design protect against everyday bumps, making it suitable for mobile use.
Can I use the STJL5000400 with a Mac without reformatting?
Yes, since it ships formatted in exFAT, it works with macOS out of the box while remaining compatible with Windows.
How do I set up the STJL5000400 external hard drive?
Simply connect the drive to your computer’s USB port using the included cable; the system will automatically detect it for immediate use.
Can I use the STJL5000400 with a gaming console?
Yes, most modern consoles such as PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PS4 support the drive when formatted in exFAT or NTFS.
Which file system is recommended for the STJL5000400?
We recommend exFAT for cross-platform compatibility; use NTFS for Windows-only environments and APFS or HFS+ for macOS-only setups.
How do I safely disconnect the STJL5000400 from my computer?
Use your operating system’s 'Safely Remove Hardware' or 'Eject' option before unplugging to prevent data loss.