🔍 Seagate ST2000VX003 Surveillance HDD - Product Description
The Seagate ST2000VX003 is a 2TB 3.5-inch internal hard drive specifically engineered for surveillance applications . It is part of Seagate's Surveillance HDD series (predecessor to the SkyHawk line), designed to meet the rigorous demands of continuous, high-definition video recording in DVRs, NVRs, and video surveillance systems.
🧰 Key Features:
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Capacity: 2TB (terabytes)
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Form Factor: 3.5-inch internal drive
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Interface: SATA III (6.0 Gb/s)
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Spindle Speed: ~5900 RPM (optimized for low noise and energy efficiency)
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Cache Buffer: 64 MB
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Max Sustained Transfer Rate: ~180 MB/s
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Power Efficiency: Low-power design optimized for 24×7 operation
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Reliability: Rated for 24/7 usage with support for up to 64 video camera streams
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Workload Rating: Supports higher write workloads than desktop drives (up to 180 TB/year)
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Firmware Optimization: Enhanced for consistent streaming, reduced frame loss, and better write integrity under load
🛡️ Surveillance-Specific Benefits:
| Feature | Benefit |
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| 24/7 Operation | Designed for constant usage in surveillance environments |
| Tuned Firmware | Reduces frame loss, improves video playback consistency |
| ATA Streaming Support | Allows multiple HD camera streams without hiccups |
| Quiet and Cool | Lower noise and vibration than traditional desktop HDDs |
| Enhanced Reliability | Built for longer life in write-intensive environments |
📦 Use Case Scenarios:
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Digital Video Recorders ( DVRs )
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Network Video Recorders ( NVRs )
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Security camera systems
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Small to medium business video surveillance setups
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Continuous video archiving
📊 Technical Summary:
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model Number | ST2000VX003 |
| Capacity | 2TB |
| Form Factor | 3.5 inch |
| Interface | SATA 6 Gb/s |
| RPM | ~5900 RPM |
| Cache | 64 MB |
| Max Transfer Rate | ~180 MB/s |
| Power Usage (typical) | ~5.6W (read/write) |
| Workload Rating | Up to 180 TB/year |
| Mean Time Between Failures | 1 million hours (MTBF) |
