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Seagate

Seagate SkyHawk AI 20TB 3.5" SATA internal hard drive ST20000VE003

SKU CH-SHRA-GXK16 MPN ST20000VE003

20 TB 3.5" SATA drive built for AI NVRs, handling 64 HD cameras and 32 AI streams with ImagePerfect AI technology and 550 TB/yr workload rating

Options 20TB

Struck-through versions exist but are not stocked here.

  • Optimized for AI video analytics in NVRs and servers
  • Supports up to 64 HD cameras plus 32 AI streams simultaneously
  • 20000 GB capacity handles massive surveillance datasets
  • ImagePerfect AI technology delivers zero dropped frames
  • Enterprise 550 TB/yr workload rating ensures high reliability

Purpose-built surveillance storage

The Seagate SkyHawk AI 20TB 3.5" SATA internal hard drive is engineered for AI NVRs, servers and appliances that run continuous video analytics and imaging workloads. It supports up to 64 HD cameras and 32 additional AI streams, giving installers the headroom for large-scale deployments.

Sustained workload behaviour

ImagePerfect AI technology is designed to deliver zero dropped frames during round-the-clock recording and real-time analytics. Enterprise-class workload rates of 550TB per year indicate the drive is built for constant write-heavy operation rather than burst usage.

Build and connectivity

A standard 3.5" SATA interface ensures straightforward integration into existing drive bays and backplanes without special cabling. SkyHawk Health Management works with compatible NVR systems to monitor drive health, while the included three-year Rescue Data Recovery Services plan adds a layer of protection against unexpected data loss.

Highlights

  • Optimized for AI video analytics in NVRs and servers
  • Supports up to 64 HD cameras plus 32 AI streams simultaneously
  • 20000 GB capacity handles massive surveillance datasets
  • ImagePerfect AI technology delivers zero dropped frames
  • Enterprise 550 TB/yr workload rating ensures high reliability

Specifications

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Questions about this item

How much heat and power does the 20TB SkyHawk AI generate when recording 64 cameras 24/7?

The drive is rated for a 550TB/yr workload, a level typical of always-on NVR arrays, and its ImagePerfect AI firmware keeps frame drops at zero under that sustained load.

What host connection does the ST20000VE003 need to appear as a single 20TB volume?

A single SATA port on the motherboard or RAID controller is sufficient; the drive presents its full capacity over that standard interface.

Will this 3.5" drive work in a four-bay NAS that currently runs older 8TB SATA drives?

Yes — it uses the same SATA interface and 3.5" form factor, so it installs alongside the 8TB units and the array can mix capacities.

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