ST12000NM004 12TB SATA 7200RPM 256MB Brand new original
The Seagate ST12000NM004 is a 12TB enterprise-class 3.5-inch hard drive built around a 7200 RPM spindle, 256 MB cache, and SATA 6 Gb/s interface. It targets system integrators, storage resellers, and data center operators provisioning high-density rack storage for backup, object storage, and capacity-optimized workloads. Buyers should confirm RAID controller and backplane compatibility with 12TB-class enterprise drives before bulk deployment.
Key specifications (table)
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | Seagate ST12000NM004 |
| Capacity | 12 TB |
| Interface | SATA 6 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
| Spindle Speed | 7200 RPM |
| Cache | 256 MB |
| Workload Rate | Up to 550 TB/year (annualized, guidance for workload planning) |
| MTBF | 2.5 million hours (reliability rating, not a service-life guarantee) |
| Advanced Features | Seagate Secure™ with Instant Secure Erase (ISE); TCG Enterprise encryption support (may require host/controller support) |
| Energy Efficiency | Optimized for low power consumption in high-density storage racks |
| Condition | Brand new original |
Good to know
- Compatibility: The SATA 6 Gb/s interface suits mainstream server platforms and JBOD enclosures, but verify that your RAID/HBA and backplane firmware support 12TB-class drives; ISE and TCG encryption features typically require corresponding host-side support.
- Within the family: With a 7200 RPM spindle and 550 TB/year workload rating, this drive sits in Seagate’s enterprise capacity tier—positioned for bulk storage rather than the highest-performance tier or nearline archival variants.
- Buying tip: For rack-scale deployments, request consistent firmware revisions and batch/lot information across units to simplify fleet management and reduce provisioning variance.
For tray and reel pricing, current stock by part number and date code, and volume discounts on bulk orders, request a bulk quotation.
The Seagate ST12000NM004 is a 12TB enterprise-class 3.5-inch hard drive built around a 7200 RPM spindle, 256 MB cache, and SATA 6 Gb/s interface. It targets system integrators, storage resellers, and data center operators provisioning high-density rack storage for backup, object storage, and capacity-optimized workloads. Buyers should confirm RAID controller and backplane compatibility with 12TB-class enterprise drives before bulk deployment.
Key specifications (table)
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | Seagate ST12000NM004 |
| Capacity | 12 TB |
| Interface | SATA 6 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
| Spindle Speed | 7200 RPM |
| Cache | 256 MB |
| Workload Rate | Up to 550 TB/year (annualized, guidance for workload planning) |
| MTBF | 2.5 million hours (reliability rating, not a service-life guarantee) |
| Advanced Features | Seagate Secure™ with Instant Secure Erase (ISE); TCG Enterprise encryption support (may require host/controller support) |
| Energy Efficiency | Optimized for low power consumption in high-density storage racks |
| Condition | Brand new original |
Good to know
- Compatibility: The SATA 6 Gb/s interface suits mainstream server platforms and JBOD enclosures, but verify that your RAID/HBA and backplane firmware support 12TB-class drives; ISE and TCG encryption features typically require corresponding host-side support.
- Within the family: With a 7200 RPM spindle and 550 TB/year workload rating, this drive sits in Seagate’s enterprise capacity tier—positioned for bulk storage rather than the highest-performance tier or nearline archival variants.
- Buying tip: For rack-scale deployments, request consistent firmware revisions and batch/lot information across units to simplify fleet management and reduce provisioning variance.
For tray and reel pricing, current stock by part number and date code, and volume discounts on bulk orders, request a bulk quotation.
