SEAGATE Exos X18 - 18 TB Enterprise 512E/4KN Internal 3.5" SAS Drive

The Seagate Exos X18 is a high-capacity, high-performance 18TB hard drive designed for enterprise environments. Featuring a SAS 12Gb/s interface, it delivers fast data transfer rates and low latency. With a spindle speed of 7200 RPM and a maximum sustained transfer rate of 12Gb/s, it's ideal for data centers and large-scale storage solutions. The drive is built with advanced reliability features and comes with a 5-year warranty for peace of mind.

Key Features:

• High Capacity Storage

  • The Seagate Exos X18 offers an enormous 18TB of storage capacity, making it ideal for handling massive amounts of data. It's perfect for enterprise data centers that require vast storage solutions for unstructured data.

• SAS 12Gb/s Interface

  • The drive is equipped with a SAS 12Gb/s interface, ensuring high-speed data transfer rates and reducing latency. This interface is essential for high-performance computing environments and large-scale storage applications.

• 7200 RPM Spindle Speed

  • Operating at a spindle speed of 7200 RPM, the Exos X18 provides consistent and reliable performance. This speed helps achieve a balance between performance and capacity, making it suitable for various enterprise applications.

• Advanced Reliability Features

  • The Exos X18 is designed with advanced reliability features, including on-the-fly error-correction algorithms and a rotational vibration design. These features ensure consistent performance and reliability in replicated and RAID multi-drive systems.

• Helium-Sealed Technology

  • The drive uses helium-sealed technology, which reduces internal friction and allows for more platters to fit in the drive. This technology enhances reliability, reduces power consumption, and improves overall performance.

• High Workload Rating

  • The Exos X18 is built to handle demanding workloads, supporting up to 550 TB per year. This makes it ten times more reliable than standard desktop hard drives, ensuring it can withstand the rigors of continuous 24x7 operations.

• Security Features

  • Data security is a top priority with the Exos X18, featuring advanced security features like Secure Downloads & Diagnostics, TCG-compliant Self-Encrypting Drive (SED), and government-grade FIPS/Common Criteria tamper-resistant hard drive options. These features help protect data at rest and prevent unauthorized access.

• Energy-Efficient

  • The drive is designed to be energy-efficient, helping reduce the overall power consumption of data centers. Helium-sealed technology further contributes to this by lowering the friction and heat generated within the drive.

• 5-Year Warranty

  • The Exos X18 comes with a 5-year warranty, providing peace of mind and assurance of the drive's durability and reliability over the long term.