Seagate Exos X22 3.5", 20TB, 7200 RPM, 512MB, 550 WRL, SAS - hard drive

The Seagate Exos X22 20TB hard drive, model ST20000NM000E, is designed to deliver powerful performance and proven technology for enterprise-grade storage solutions. This drive is engineered for 24x7 operations, leveraging AgileArray technology to optimize RAID performance in multi-bay NAS systems. The Exos X22's helium-sealed design enhances handling robustness and leak protection while optimizing the drive for low power consumption. This drive is ideal for large data transfers, low latency, and massive scale-out data center applications.

With a SAS interface, the ST20000NM000E model offers high data transfer speeds and robust enterprise performance. The drive includes advanced RV sensors and dynamic fly-height technology to ensure consistent performance in high-vibration environments. Additionally, it features digital environmental sensors to monitor internal conditions, ensuring optimal operation. With a mean time between failures (MTBF) of 2.5 million hours and a 5-year limited warranty, the Exos X22 is a reliable choice for demanding storage environments.

Key Specifications

• Capacity: 20TB
• Standard Model Number: ST20000NM000E
• Interface: SAS 12Gb/s
• Drive Bays Supported: Unlimited
• Recording Technology: CMR
• Drive Design: Helium
• Workload Rate Limit (WRL): 550TB/year
• Rotational Vibration (RV) Sensors: Yes
• Cache: 512MB
• Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF): 2,500,000 hours
• Nonrecoverable Read Errors per Bits Read: 1 per 10E15
• Power-On Hours (per year): 8760
• Sector Size: 512e/4Kn
• Limited Warranty: 5 years
• Spindle Speed (RPM): 7200
• Max. Sustained Transfer Rate: 285MB/s
• Power Consumption (Average Operating Power): 9.8W
• Environmental (Operating Temperature): 10°C to 60°C
• Acoustics (Idle/Seek): 28dBA / 30dBA
• Physical Dimensions: 26.11mm height, 101.85mm width, 147.0mm depth
• Weight: 680g

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The primary differences between this Seagate Exos X22 20TB model and the ST20000NM004E and the ST20000NM005E lie in their security features and interface types. This model, ST20000NM000E, uses a SAS interface for higher data transfer speeds and robust enterprise performance, making it suitable for demanding storage environments. In contrast, the ST20000NM004E and ST20000NM005E models use a SATA interface, with the latter featuring Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) capabilities for enhanced data security. All models share the same high reliability, performance features, and comprehensive data protection services.