Seagate ST4000VX016: SkyHawk 4TB SATA Hard Drive For DVR and NVR

Description

High-Capacity 24/7 Surveillance Storage for DVR and NVR Systems

The Seagate SkyHawk 4TB ST4000VX016 hard drive is a highly reliable option for security networks, making it the definitive choice for modern digital video recorders (DVR) and network video recorders (NVR). The ST4000VX016 is widely used by professionals in the security, system integration, and IT sectors who require uninterrupted video logging without dropped frames. Designed to handle severe 24×7 streaming workloads, this drive is ideal for commercial, public sector, and residential surveillance infrastructure deployments.

Equipped with cutting-edge ImagePerfect™ firmware, the SkyHawk 4TB prevents frame loss and write-delays, even when recording simultaneously from up to 64 high-definition video feeds. Security managers benefit from built-in SkyHawk Health Management, which actively aids system protection by offering prevention, intervention, and data recovery options. Additionally, integrated Rotational Vibration (RV) sensors maintain drive performance across multi-bay configurations, granting users the freedom to scale up their arrays as data needs multiply.

Key Features of the ST4000VX016

• ImagePerfect Firmware: Specifically tuned for surveillance environments to guarantee fluid video capture across relentless round-the-clock workloads.
• SkyHawk Health Management: Actively monitors drive integrity, focusing on prevention, intervention, and recovery tools to safeguard critical footage.
• RAID RapidRebuild Technology: Delivers up to 3× faster volume rebuild times compared to traditional RAID methods, minimising potential system downtime.
• 3-Year Rescue Services: Unrivalled peace of mind with complementary access to Seagate’s in-house laboratory data recovery team.
• Rotational Vibration (RV) Sensors: Dampens system vibrations to preserve data throughput and mechanical stability in multi-drive systems.
• Eco-Friendly Efficiency: Low power draws limit heat output, extending system lifespans while tarnish-resistant elements insulate components against environmental wear.

Technical Specifications

• Model Number: ST4000VX016
• Interface: SATA 6Gb/s
• Recording Technology: CMR (Conventional Magnetic Recording)
• Drive Design: Air-filled housing
• Drive Bays Supported: Up to 16 bays
• Cameras Supported: Up to 64 HD cameras
• Rotational Vibration (R/V) Sensors: Yes
• Max Sustained Transfer Rate OD: 180 MB/s
• Cache: 256 MB
• Tarnish Resistant Components: Yes
• Load/Unload Cycles: 600,000
• Nonrecoverable Read Errors Rate: Max 1 per 10E14
• Power-On Hours: 8,760 hours per year (24/7 operation)
• Workload Rate Limit (WRL): 180 TB/year
• Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF): 1,000,000 hours
• Rescue Data Recovery Services: 3 years included
• Warranty: 3-year limited warranty
• Power Usage: 1.8A Startup Current (Typical 12V), 3.7W Average Operating Power, 2.5W Idle Average, 0.25W Standby/Sleep Mode
• Voltage Tolerance: ±5% (5V) / ±10% (12V)
• Operating Temperatures: 0°C Minimum (Ambient) to 65°C Maximum (Drive Case)
• Dimensions: H 20.2 mm x W 101.85 mm x D 146.99 mm
• Weight: 490 g
• Data Sheet

Note: SkyHawk surveillance drives are built for standard workloads of 180 TB/year. Seagate does not recommend operating at sustained case temperatures exceeding 60°C, as doing so may shorten the service life of the drive.