[shortdesc] Seagate SkyHawk 8TB 7.2k RPM SATA 6Gb/s HDD (ST8000VX010) is a surveillance-optimized hard drive designed for 24/7 workloads, supporting up to 64 HD cameras with advanced data protection and reliability [/shortdesc] [properties] Property Model ST8000VX010 Product Series Seagate SkyHawk Capacity 8TB Interface SATA 6 Gb/s Form Factor 3.5-inch Recording Technology CMR (Conventional Magnetic Recording) Drive Design Air-based Application Use NVRs, Video DVRs (Surveillance Systems) Max. Supported Drive Bays Up to 16 Max. Supported Cameras Up to 64 HD cameras RV Sensors Yes [/properties] [specifications] Specification Cache 256 MB Max Sustained Transfer Rate 180 MB/s Load/Unload Cycles 600 Nonrecoverable Read Errors (Max) 1 per 10¹⁴ bits read Workload Rate Limit 180 TB/year Power-On Hours per Year 8760 hours Startup Current (12V, Typical) 1.8 A Average Operating Power 5.3 W Idle Average Power 3.4 W Standby/Sleep Mode Power 0.25 W / 0.25 W Operating Temperature (min/max) 0°C to 65°C (ambient/reporting) Non-Operating Temperature -40°C to 70°C MTBF 1,000,000 hours Dimensions (H x W x D) 26.1 mm x 101.6 mm x 146.99 mm Weight 630 g [/specifications] Seagate SkyHawk 8TB 7.2k RPM SATA 6Gb/s HDD (ST8000VX010) The Seagate SkyHawk ST8000VX010 is a high-capacity surveillance hard drive built to handle 24/7 workloads with up to 180TB per year workload rate. Engineered with ImagePerfect™ firmware, this drive ensures seamless video recording from up to 64 HD cameras without frame loss. It features built-in RV sensors for multi-bay system optimization and SkyHawk Health Management for proactive monitoring. With a tarnish-resistant design and lower power consumption, it offers long-term reliability and efficiency in surveillance environments. Key Features: Surveillance-Optimized: Designed for 24/7 operation, handling up to 180TB per year workloads. Supports Up to 64 HD Cameras: Ensures smooth and uninterrupted video recording. ImagePerfect™ Firmware: Reduces dropped frames for enhanced video clarity. SkyHawk Health Management: Provides proactive drive monitoring and protection. Multi-Bay Compatibility: Built-in RV sensors maintain performance in RAID environments. Lower Power Consumption: Reduces heat emissions for improved system reliability. Tarnish-Resistant Components: Increases durability in harsh environments. Technical Specifications: Model Number: ST8000VX010 Capacity: 8TB Interface: SATA 6Gb/s Rotational Speed: 7200 RPM Recording Technology: CMR (Conventional Magnetic Recording) Cache: 256MB Maximum Sustained Transfer Rate: 180MB/s Drive Bays Supported: Up to 16 Power-On Hours: 8760 hours/year Workload Rate Limit: 180TB/year Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF): 1,000,000 hours Startup Current (12V): 1.8A Average Operating Power: 5.3W Idle Power Consumption: 3.4W Standby/Sleep Mode Power Consumption: 0.25W Operating Temperature: 0°C to 65°C Storage Temperature: -40°C to 70°C Dimensions (H x W x D): 26.1mm x 101.6mm x 146.99mm Weight: 630g