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Seagate

Seagate Skyhawk Surveillance ST2000VX008 2TB SATA 6.0GB/s 64MB 3.5 inch 2 in 1 accessory

SKU CH-1XAP-GN920

Surveillance hard drive rated for continuous 24x7 recording with a 64 MB cache and 6.0 Gb/s SATA interface

  • Built for continuous 24x7 video recording workloads
  • 3× desktop workload rating handles heavy surveillance streams
  • Stores up to 10,000 hours of digital video footage
  • SATA 6.0GB/s interface with 64MB cache buffer

Engineered for 24x7 surveillance recording

This 2TB hard drive is built for continuous video workloads in security systems and network video recorders. It handles up to 10,000 hours of digital video storage with a workload rating three times higher than standard desktop drives. The SATA 6.0GB/s interface and 64MB cache support sustained write performance. It suits installers who need reliable, long-term footage retention.

Runs cool and quiet in always-on enclosures

Designed for 24x7 operation, the drive maintains stable temperatures inside multi-bay NVR chassis without excessive fan noise. Power draw stays consistent during sequential recording streams typical of surveillance deployments. The 3.5 inch form factor fits standard drive bays for straightforward integration. It avoids the thermal spikes common with desktop drives under constant write loads.

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Price $233.99
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Questions about this item

How is the 3.5 inch SATA drive installed in a 2-in-1 accessory kit?

Mount the 3.5 inch drive in a compatible bay, connect the SATA 6.0GB/s data cable and power connector, then secure it with screws. The step often missed is ensuring the 64MB cache drive is recognised in BIOS before formatting.

What maintenance will the 2TB Skyhawk drive need after 24x7 recording use?

The drive is rated for workloads three times higher than desktop drives. No scheduled maintenance is required, but monitor SMART attributes and replace the unit if reallocated sector counts rise above zero.

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