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Seagate

Seagate ST2000NM001A 2TB 7200RPM 256MB SATA 3.5" internal hard drive

SKU CH-WRKE-7ZPR3 MPN ST2000NM001A

A 2 TB enterprise-class 3.5" hard drive spinning at 7200 RPM with 256 MB cache and a SATA 6.0 Gb/s interface for 24×7 bulk data workloads

  • Total capacity2 TB
  • Interface typeSATA 6.0Gb/s
  • Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Flash memory typeSLC
  • Rotational speed7,200 RPM
  • Cache memory256 MB

Model 2TB Standard Model

  • Enterprise 2 TB capacity for bulk data workloads
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed for fast sequential access
  • 256 MB cache buffer boosts random I/O performance
  • SATA 6.0 Gb/s interface for broad host compatibility
  • 550 TB yearly workload rating supports 24×7 operation

Enterprise 2 TB SATA drive

The Seagate Exos 7E8 ST2000NM001A is a 3.5 inch internal hard drive built for enterprise bulk-data workloads. It uses a SATA 6.0Gb/s interface and conventional magnetic recording to deliver reliable capacity in 24×7 environments.

Capacity and workload headroom

The drive provides 2 TB of storage and a 256 MB cache to sustain heavy read and write streams. It is rated for 550 TB per year, far above typical desktop limits, while the 7200 RPM spindle keeps latency predictable.

2 million hour MTBF rating

A 2 million hour mean time between failures underpins the five-year design life for continuous operation. This single reliability figure decides whether the drive meets the durability demands of RAID arrays and replicated storage clusters.

How it compares

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

Price $112.99
Typical for this category: the median of 4,938 items is $107.99.
Total capacity 2 TB
Typical for this category: the median of 2,372 items is 2 TB.
Price per TB $56.50 per TB
Cheaper than about 55% of the 2,365 comparable items (median $62.21 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameSeagate
Product lineExos 7E8
Model nameST2000NM001A
Total capacity2 TB
Recommended useFor Enterprise Storage
Performance
Rotational speed7,200 RPM
Storage
Flash memory typeSLC
Cache memory256 MB
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA 6.0Gb/s
Size & build
Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
Shipping weight0.73 kg
Package size254 × 203 × 152 mm

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Questions about this item

Will the SATA 6.0Gb/s interface on this 3.5" drive work with an older motherboard that only supports SATA 3.0Gb/s?

Yes, the SATA 6.0Gb/s interface is backward compatible and will operate at SATA 3.0Gb/s speeds on older motherboards.

How can I verify the 7200 RPM spindle speed and 256MB cache are active after installation?

Check the drive model ST2000NM001A in BIOS or use a tool like CrystalDiskInfo to confirm 7200 RPM and 256MB cache are reported.

Does the box include a SATA data cable and mounting screws, or must I buy them separately?

Retail or OEM packing may vary; the drive itself is supplied, but SATA data cables and mounting screws are typically purchased separately.

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