ST2000NM003A Seagate Exos 7E8 2TB SAS 256 MB 3.5" Server HDD

Enterprise 3.5-inch SAS HDD for 24x7 capacity tiers and RAID consistency with the ST2000NM003A

The ST2000NM003A is a 2TB Seagate Exos 7E8 enterprise hard drive designed for predictable performance and data integrity in scale-out server and storage platforms. In mixed CPU virtualization clusters and general-purpose compute nodes, the ST2000NM003A fits as a dependable capacity tier where flash is reserved for latency-sensitive datasets and HDDs sustain steady throughput for bulk services.

Built around a 12Gb/s dual-port SAS architecture, the ST2000NM003A integrates cleanly into modern backplanes and HBAs, providing multipath capability and failover behavior expected in enterprise storage topologies. Its CMR recording model and 7200RPM mechanics support stable RAID rebuild characteristics, while the 256MB cache helps smooth transactional bursts typical of log, backup, and repository workloads. With 512n sector format and support for T10 DIF/Protection Information, the ST2000NM003A aligns with end-to-end data protection strategies across SAS shelves, rack servers, and shared storage enclosures.

Why Choose the ST2000NM003A?

The ST2000NM003A delivers a practical density-to-reliability balance for refresh cycles where operational continuity is critical. With a 2.0M-hour MTBF profile, 24x7 duty design, and power management via PowerChoice, the ST2000NM003A supports scalable deployments that prioritize consistent service levels and predictable fleet behavior in large RAID groups.

Seagate engineers the Exos portfolio with an enterprise-first focus on durability, qualification discipline, and firmware stability for heterogeneous data centre environments. The platform is tuned for sustained operation within standard thermal envelopes, helping operators standardize on repeatable drive behavior across servers and SAS storage infrastructures.

Key Applications:

• Server HDD refresh programs
• SAS RAID arrays and JBOD shelves
• Backup and restore repositories
• General-purpose capacity tiers
• Log and archival datasets

At Happyware - Server Hardware you benefit from non-binding offers tailored precisely to your storage refresh plan and an extended warranty up to 6 years to reduce operational risk across long lifecycle deployments.