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Silver 3.5 inch enterprise hard drive with label showing Seagate Exos X16 16TB SAS 12Gb/s 7200 RPM 256MB cache

Seagate

Seagate Exos X16 ST16000NM010G 16TB SAS 12Gb/s 7200 RPM 256MB 3.5in internal hard drive

SKU CH-HSPH-NJ6Z2

16 TB enterprise SAS drive with helium-sealed CMR platters, self-encryption and 261 MB/s sustained throughput

  • Total capacity16 TB
  • Interface typeSAS 12Gb/s
  • Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Recording methodCMR
  • Rotational speed7,200 RPM
  • Cache memory256 MB
  • 16TB capacity for massive enterprise storage
  • SAS 12Gb/s interface delivers 261 MB/s sustained throughput
  • Helium-sealed design enables 7200 RPM performance at 3.5in form factor
  • Self-encrypting drive with instant secure erase protects sensitive data
  • 256MB cache optimises high-throughput workloads in data centres

16TB SAS enterprise drive

The Seagate Exos X16 ST16000NM010G is a 16TB 3.5-inch internal hard drive with a SAS 12Gb/s interface, 7200 RPM spindle speed and 256MB cache. It uses conventional magnetic recording and a helium-sealed design for enterprise workloads. The drive includes self-encrypting drive technology and instant secure erase for data protection. Dual-port SAS connectivity supports high-availability configurations.

Suited for servers, storage arrays

This drive fits enterprise servers, storage arrays, cloud deployments and big-data analytics that demand sustained throughput up to 261 MB/s. Buyers who require a different interface protocol, a non-helium platform or capacities below 16TB for cost-sensitive projects should consider other models. Workloads needing solid-state latency or removable media will not be served by this mechanical unit.

SAS 12Gb/s dual-port interface

The single specification that decides fit is the SAS 12Gb/s dual-port interface, which requires a compatible controller or backplane. Systems equipped only with other host interfaces cannot connect this drive. Verify that your server or array supports 12Gb/s SAS before purchasing.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in 3.5-Inch Internal Desktop HDDs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $283.99
Pricier than about 81% of the 4,938 comparable items (median $107.99).
Total capacity 16 TB
Higher than about 92% of the 2,372 comparable items (median 2 TB).
Price per TB $17.75 per TB
Cheaper than about 94% of the 2,365 comparable items (median $62.21 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameSeagate/HP
Product lineExos X16
Model nameST16000NM010G
Part number2KH233-035
Total capacity16 TB
Performance
Rotational speed7,200 RPM
Storage
Recording methodCMR
Cache memory256 MB
Ports & slots
Interface typeSAS 12Gb/s
Size & build
Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)

Questions about this item

How much power does the 16TB Exos X16 draw during continuous 7200 RPM operation?

Idle Power Management and Power Efficiency Optimization features reduce draw during low-activity periods, while the helium-sealed design cuts mechanical drag compared with air-filled drives.

What host interface and cabling does the SAS 12Gb/s dual-port drive require?

A 12Gb/s SAS HBA or RAID controller with dual-port cables is needed; the drive uses a standard 3.5in SAS connector and 512e sector format.

Will the dual-port 12Gb/s SAS interface work with older 6Gb/s SAS controllers in my server?

The drive negotiates down to 6Gb/s on legacy controllers, and the 261 MB/s sustained transfer rate is maintained at the lower link speed.

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