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Seagate

Seagate IronWolf Pro ST8000NE001 8TB 7200 RPM 256MB CMR SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5" internal hard drive

SKU CH-FKPF-55FP8 MPN ST8000NE001

8TB 7200 RPM CMR SATA drive with 256MB cache, AgileArray dual-plane balancing and RV sensors for multi-bay NAS reliability

  • Total capacity8 TB
  • Interface typeSATA 6.0Gb/s
  • Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Packaging typeBare Drive
  • Rotational speed7,200 RPM
  • Cache memory256 MB

Capacity 8TB

  • 8TB capacity stores large NAS workloads
  • 7200 RPM with 256MB cache delivers consistent 24×7 performance
  • CMR technology ensures reliable sustained throughput
  • AgileArray with RV sensors optimises multi-bay RAID
  • 300TB/year workload rating and 2.5M hours MTBF

8 TB NAS drive for multi-bay enclosures

The Seagate IronWolf Pro ST8000NE001 is an 8 TB hard drive built for 24×7 operation in network-attached storage. It uses conventional magnetic recording and a 7200 RPM spindle to deliver consistent throughput for RAID arrays. The SATA 6.0Gb/s interface fits standard 3.5 inch drive bays in NAS appliances and servers. AgileArray firmware adds dual-plane balancing and time-limited error recovery for multi-bay stability.

Thermals power and noise in NAS use

Rotational vibration sensors allow the drive to maintain performance when installed alongside other drives in the same chassis. AgileArray power management reduces consumption during idle periods while keeping the drive ready for workload bursts. The 256 MB cache absorbs write spikes to smooth latency. Average latency is 4.16 ms under typical access patterns.

300 TB per year workload rating

The drive is rated for up to 300 TB of data written or read each year, a figure that determines whether it matches the intended NAS workload. A 2.5 million hour MTBF rating and three-year Rescue Data Recovery service support long-term deployment. Buyers who need a higher annualised workload figure should consider drives with a larger rating.

How it compares

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

Price $182.99
Pricier than about 66% of the 4,938 comparable items (median $107.99).
Total capacity 8 TB
Higher than about 80% of the 2,372 comparable items (median 2 TB).
Price per TB $22.87 per TB
Cheaper than about 91% of the 2,365 comparable items (median $62.21 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameSeagate
Product lineIronWolf Pro
Model nameST8000NE001
Total capacity8 TB
Recommended useEnterprise NAS Hard Drives
Performance
Rotational speed7,200 RPM
Mean latency4.16 ms
Storage
Cache memory256 MB
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA 6.0Gb/s
Size & build
Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
Max height26.11 mm
Maximum width101.85 mm
Maximum length146.99 mm
Shipping weight0.72 kg
Package size171 × 138 × 37 mm

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Questions about this item

How do I install the ST8000NE001 in a multi-bay NAS, and what step do people often miss?

Mount the 3.5" drive in a bay, connect the SATA 6.0Gb/s data and power cables, then enable AgileArray dual-plane balancing and rotational vibration sensor support in the NAS firmware so the 7200 RPM spindle stays stable in multi-drive arrays.

What maintenance or replacement will the IronWolf Pro 8TB need over time?

The drive is rated for a 300TB yearly workload and 2.5M hours MTBF; plan to replace it once cumulative writes approach the workload limit or if IronWolf Health Management reports declining SMART attributes.

What is the first limit that appears under sustained 24×7 use of the ST8000NE001?

The 300TB per year workload rating is the primary ceiling; sustained writes beyond that level can accelerate wear before the 2.5M hour MTBF target is reached.

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