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Seagate

Seagate ST5000VN0001 5TB 7200 RPM 128MB SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5" internal hard drive

SKU CH-1TVG-9X25X MPN ST5000VN0001

A 5TB 7200 RPM 3.5" SATA drive with 128MB cache, 1.2M-hour MTBF and 300TB-year workload rating for 1- to 16-bay NAS enclosures

  • Total capacity5 TB
  • Interface typeSATA 6.0Gb/s
  • Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Packaging typeBare Drive
  • Rotational speed7,200 RPM
  • Cache memory128 MB

Model 5TB

  • 5TB capacity for large NAS storage volumes
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed for responsive multi-user access
  • 128MB cache accelerates frequent read and write operations
  • 2 million hours MTBF supports continuous enterprise workloads
  • 300TB-per-year workload rating handles sustained NAS traffic

5 TB Enterprise NAS Drive

The Seagate Enterprise NAS ST5000VN0001 is a 5 TB, 7200 RPM, 3.5-inch internal hard drive with a 128 MB cache and SATA 6.0Gb/s interface. It is built for 1- to 16-bay enclosures and carries a 1.2 million hour MTBF rating with a 300 TB-per-year workload limit. This drive targets NAS operators and small-business servers that need sustained multi-user access.

Upgrade from lower-capacity or desktop-class drives

The jump is worth it when a NAS approaches its bay limit or when annual written data exceeds the rating of consumer drives. The 7200 RPM spindle speed and RV sensor keep performance steady under vibration from adjacent drives. Buyers who need more than 16 bays or a higher yearly workload rating will need a different class of drive.

SATA 6.0Gb/s interface limits

The SATA 6.0Gb/s link caps sequential throughput well below the drive's internal media speed, so large transfers are bottlenecked by the bus. Average latency is 4.16 ms, which is typical for 7200 RPM mechanics. The interface does not support command queuing optimisations found on newer protocols, so heavy random I/O queues can saturate the link.

How it compares

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

Price $256.99
Pricier than about 78% of the 4,938 comparable items (median $107.99).
Total capacity 5 TB
Higher than about 73% of the 2,372 comparable items (median 2 TB).
Price per TB $51.40 per TB
Cheaper than about 60% of the 2,365 comparable items (median $62.21 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameSeagate
Product lineEnterprise NAS
Model nameST5000VN0001
Total capacity5 TB
Recommended useFor Enterprise Storage
Performance
Rotational speed7,200 RPM
Mean latency4.16 ms
Storage
Cache memory128 MB
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA 6.0Gb/s
Size & build
Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
Max height26.1 mm
Maximum width101.85 mm
Maximum length147 mm
Shipping weight1.06 kg
Package size157 × 122 × 30 mm

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Questions about this item

What are the exact dimensions of the 3.5" drive so I can confirm it fits my NAS bay?

The drive measures 147.00mm long, 101.85mm wide and 26.10mm high, matching the standard 3.5" form factor for 1- to 16-bay enclosures.

Does the bare drive include mounting screws or rails for installation?

The bare drive ships without screws or rails; you must use the hardware supplied with your NAS or server chassis to secure it.

When should I consider replacing the drive based on its workload rating?

The drive is rated for 300TB per year; plan replacement once cumulative writes approach that annual limit to maintain the 1.2 million hour MTBF target.

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