Seagate ST16000NM000J 16TB 3.5-inch SATA Enterprise HDD
Brand: Seagate | Category: Enterprise HDDs
SKU: SEA-ST16000NM000J | Part #: ST16000NM000J | MPN: ST16000NM000J
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About the Seagate ST16000NM000J 16TB 3.5-inch SATA Enterprise HDD
Operating at 9.0W under random read/write and drawing just 5.0W in idle mode, the Seagate ST16000NM000J delivers exceptional power efficiency across dense JBOD environments where wattage directly impacts total cost of ownership. This 16TB 3.5-inch enterprise-class hard drive combines Seagate's proven reliability with helium-sealed construction to maximize storage density in data center racks. The ST16000NM000J uses Conventional Magnetic Recording (CMR) technology with a spindle speed of 7200 RPM and sustained transfer rates reaching up to 261 MB/s, backed by 512MB of cache buffer. Its SATA III 6Gb/s interface ensures straightforward integration into existing SAN and storage infrastructure without demanding specialized controllers or adapters.
Storage architects and IT procurement teams standardizing on Seagate equipment will appreciate the Exos X16 series' enterprise-grade durability metrics: a Mean Time Between Failures rating of 2,500,000 hours, an Annualized Failure Rate of just 0.35%, and a workload rating of 550TB/year that reflects real-world, 24/7 deployment scenarios. The drive's Rotational Vibration Compensation via RV sensors minimizes cross-talk in multi-drive arrays, while its 70Gs shock tolerance at 2ms ensures survival during shipping and handling. Operating temperatures range from 5°C to 60°C, providing flexibility in both climate-controlled and edge environments.
Organizations deploying large-scale storage platforms—from backup repositories to archival systems—rely on Seagate's field-proven track record and technical consistency. Whether you're evaluating this model for immediate procurement, capacity planning, or a phased equipment refresh, Omnixon Global offers enterprise-grade support and competitive distribution pricing across the UAE and wider GCC region. Submit your Request for Quote today and let our technical team guide your storage infrastructure decisions.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Seagate |
| Category | Enterprise HDDs |
| SKU | SEA-ST16000NM000J |
| Part Number | ST16000NM000J |
| Condition | New |
| Capacity | 16TB |
| Form Factor | 3.5" |
| Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
| Speed | 7,200 RPM |
| Manufacturer Part Number | ST16000NM000J |
| Series | Exos X16 |
| Formatted Capacity | 16TB |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
| Interface | SATA III 6Gb/s |
| Recording Technology | Conventional Magnetic Recording (CMR) |
| Sustained Transfer Rate (OD) | Up to 261 MB/s |
| Cache Buffer | 512MB |
| Spindle Speed | 7200 RPM |
| Workload Rating | 550TB/year |
| Annualized Failure Rate (AFR) | 0.35% |
| Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) | 2,500,000 hours |
| Power Consumption (Operating, Random Read/Write) | 9.0W |
| Power Consumption (Idle A) | 5.0W |
| Rotational Vibration Compensation | Yes (RV sensors) |
| Enclosure Gas | Helium-sealed |
| Operating Temperature | 5°C to 60°C |
| Non-Operating Temperature | -40°C to 70°C |
| Shock (Operating) | 70Gs, 2ms |
| Shock (Non-Operating) | 250Gs, 1ms |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 26.11mm x 101.85mm x 146.99mm |
| Weight | 670g |
Frequently Asked Questions about Seagate ST16000NM000J 16TB 3.5-inch SATA Enterprise HDD
What does the Seagate ST16000NM000J 16TB 3.5-inch SATA Enterprise HDD do?
At 16TB, the Seagate ST16000NM000J 16TB 3.5-inch SATA Enterprise HDD suits enterprise data-center storage tiers — all-flash arrays, hyperconverged storage pools (vSAN, Ceph), database backends, and high-throughput backup repositories. The SATA 6Gb/s interface is supported by major server platforms.
What are the headline specs of the Seagate ST16000NM000J 16TB 3.5-inch SATA Enterprise HDD?
Key specifications for the Seagate ST16000NM000J 16TB 3.5-inch SATA Enterprise HDD: capacity 16TB; form factor 3.5-inch; interface SATA 6Gb/s; new condition; capacity 16TB; form factor 3.5-inch; interface SATA 6Gb/s; drive class Enterprise HDD; typical spindle speed 7200 RPM; use case Servers, NAS, JBOD, and storage arrays. Manufacturer part number ST16000NM000J. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.
Is the Seagate ST16000NM000J 16TB 3.5-inch SATA Enterprise HDD compatible with my infrastructure?
The Seagate ST16000NM000J 16TB 3.5-inch SATA Enterprise HDD uses a SATA 6Gb/s interface in a 3.5-inch form factor. It's compatible with server platforms that expose this interface — typical deployments include Dell PowerEdge, HPE ProLiant, Lenovo ThinkSystem, and Supermicro SuperServer chassis. For specific vendor part-number compatibility, our team validates against the manufacturer support matrix.