Seagate
Seagate Cheetah NS ST3400755SSProduct 400 GB 3.5" SAS internal hard drive
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Western Digital
Western Digital Red Pro 16TB 7200 RPM 512MB 3.5in SATA internal hard drive
16 TB 3.5-inch SATA hard drive built for 24/7 NAS workloads with 7200 RPM and 512 MB cache
- InterfaceSATA 6.0Gb/s
- Capacity16TB
- RPM7200 RPM
- Form Factor3.5"
- 16 TB capacity stores massive surveillance archives
- 7200 RPM spindle delivers sustained write throughput
- 512 MB cache absorbs bursty camera streams
- 5-inch form factor fits standard NAS bays
- SATA 6.0 Gb/s interface connects to existing controllers
Built for 24/7 surveillance workloads
This 16TB hard drive is engineered for continuous video recording in network video recorders. It handles the elevated heat and vibration found in always-on surveillance environments where standard desktop drives are not designed to operate.
SATA 6.0Gb/s interface practical limits
The SATA 6.0Gb/s connection caps sequential throughput at the interface maximum. Mechanical latency at 7200 RPM and the 512MB cache size determine real-world sustained transfer rates during heavy multi-stream write activity.
16TB capacity with 512MB cache headroom
Sixteen terabytes store weeks of high-definition footage from multiple cameras. The large cache absorbs burst write traffic, but sustained 24/7 recording will eventually fill the volume and require archiving or overwrite cycles.
Highlights
- 16 TB capacity stores massive surveillance archives
- 7200 RPM spindle delivers sustained write throughput
- 512 MB cache absorbs bursty camera streams
- 5-inch form factor fits standard NAS bays
- SATA 6.0 Gb/s interface connects to existing controllers
Specifications
| Brand | Western Digital |
|---|---|
| Part Number | WD161KFGX |
| Interface | SATA 6.0Gb/s |
| Capacity | 16TB |
| RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Form Factor | 3.5" |
Questions about this item
Should I pick the 16TB Red Pro or a smaller capacity for my NAS?
The 16TB model delivers the highest raw capacity in the Red Pro line, reducing the number of drives needed to reach a given storage target.
What does the 7200 RPM rating mean for daily NAS workloads?
The 7200 RPM spindle provides higher sustained throughput than slower-spinning drives, helping maintain performance during heavy multi-stream write workloads.
Will the SATA 6.0Gb/s interface limit the 16TB drive in a modern NAS?
The SATA 6.0Gb/s link caps the burst transfer rate at 6 Gb/s; sustained rates are lower and depend on the drive’s internal media speed.
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