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Silver 3.5 inch enterprise hard drive bare unit with SAS connector

Seagate

Seagate Exos 7E8 ST6000NM030A 6TB 7200 RPM 256MB SAS 12Gb/s 3.5" internal hard drive

SKU CH-GQSV-NMMDN MPN ST6000NM030A

Enterprise 6 TB SAS drive with 7200 RPM, 256 MB cache and 4.16 ms latency

  • PackagingBare Drive
  • InterfaceSAS 12Gb/s
  • Capacity6TB
  • RPM7200 RPM
  • Cache256MB
  • Average Latency4.16ms

Options 6TB

  • 6 TB capacity supports large enterprise datasets
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers consistent throughput
  • 256 MB cache accelerates frequent data access
  • SAS 12Gb/s interface enables high-speed host connectivity
  • PowerChoice and PowerBalance technologies reduce operational power draw

6 TB Enterprise SAS Drive

The Seagate Exos 7E8 ST6000NM030A is a 6 TB internal hard drive built for enterprise storage workloads. It spins at 7200 RPM with a 256 MB cache and connects through a SAS 12Gb/s interface. The bare-drive unit includes Protection Information (T10 DIF), a humidity sensor, SuperParity, Low Halogen construction, PowerChoice and PowerBalance technologies.

Who This Suits

This drive suits administrators deploying high-capacity arrays in servers or external enclosures that accept a SAS 12Gb/s connection. The 3.5 inch form factor fits standard drive bays measuring up to 147.0 mm long, 101.85 mm wide and 26.1 mm high. It is not for builders whose host bus adapter or backplane supports only a different interface.

Deciding Specification

The single specification that decides fit is the SAS 12Gb/s interface. A system must provide a compatible SAS controller or backplane to recognise and communicate with the drive. Without that connection the 6 TB capacity, 7200 RPM speed and enterprise features cannot be used.

Highlights

  • 6 TB capacity supports large enterprise datasets
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers consistent throughput
  • 256 MB cache accelerates frequent data access
  • SAS 12Gb/s interface enables high-speed host connectivity
  • PowerChoice and PowerBalance technologies reduce operational power draw

Specifications

BrandSeagate
SeriesExos 7E8
ModelST6000NM030A
PackagingBare Drive
InterfaceSAS 12Gb/s
Capacity6TB
RPM7200 RPM
Cache256MB
Average Latency4.16ms
FeaturesProtection Information (T10 DIF)
Humidity Sensor
SuperParity
Low Halogen
PowerChoice Technology
PowerBalance Technology
UsageFor Enterprise Storage
Form Factor3.5"
Height (maximum)26.1mm
Width (maximum)101.85mm
Length (maximum)147.0mm
Shipping weight1.00 kg
Package size170 × 140 × 60 mm

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Questions about this item

What comes with the bare-drive ST6000NM030A and what must I source separately?

The drive ships as a bare 3.5" unit only; you will need to provide your own SAS 12Gb/s cable, mounting screws and any carrier or hot-swap tray required by your chassis.

How do I decide between the 6TB Exos 7E8 and other capacities in the same series?

Choose the 6TB model when your array needs 7200 RPM speed, 256MB cache and 12Gb/s SAS bandwidth in a single 3.5" bay; scale up or down only if your capacity or cost-per-TB targets change.

What does the 7200 RPM rating mean for real-world throughput in a server?

At 7200 RPM with 4.16ms average latency and a 256MB cache, the drive sustains high sequential throughput for enterprise workloads while the SAS 12Gb/s link keeps the bus from becoming the bottleneck.

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