Seagate ST8000NM0178 8TB 3.5-inch SATA Enterprise HDD
Brand: Seagate | Category: Enterprise HDDs
SKU: SEA-ST8000NM0178 | Part #: ST8000NM0178 | MPN: ST8000NM0178
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About the Seagate ST8000NM0178 8TB 3.5-inch SATA Enterprise HDD
Engineered for 24×7 nearline, sustained sequential, and cold archive workloads, the Seagate ST8000NM0178 delivers a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) rating of 2,000,000 hours. This 8TB 3.5-inch SATA enterprise HDD combines reliable capacity with proven durability, making it the ideal choice for storage architects and IT procurement teams deploying mission-critical nearline storage infrastructure. The drive's 550TB/year rated workload and 8,760 hours/year power-on hours rating ensure sustained performance in demanding data center environments where continuous availability is non-negotiable.
The Seagate ST8000NM0178 operates at 7,200 RPM with a 256MB cache buffer and SATA 6Gb/s interface, delivering consistent throughput for sequential access patterns typical of archive and backup workflows. With rotational vibration compensation via RV sensors, non-recoverable read error performance of 1 per 10^15 bits read, and support for advanced idle power states and PowerChoice Technology, this drive minimizes operational risk while reducing power consumption—approximately 9W during active operation and 7W when idle. The 512e sector format ensures compatibility with legacy systems, while the compact 26.11 mm height and 101.6 mm width fit standard 3.5-inch rackmount configurations. Operating across a 0°C to 60°C temperature range, the drive adapts to diverse data center cooling strategies.
Enterprise Nearline & Archive Deployment Scenarios
- 24×7 nearline storage for tiered backup and disaster recovery systems requiring continuous availability
- Cold archive repositories for compliance-driven data retention and long-term historical records
- Sustained sequential workloads in RAID arrays for NAS and SAN appliances in medium-to-large enterprises
- High-capacity bulk storage pools where power efficiency and reliability offset capacity density trade-offs
- Surveillance, medical imaging, and video production workflows requiring reliable 8TB capacity per drive slot
For specifications, procurement inquiries, or configuration guidance on the Seagate ST8000NM0178 (part number ST8000NM0178), contact Omnixon Global via RFQ today.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Seagate |
| Category | Enterprise HDDs |
| SKU | SEA-ST8000NM0178 |
| Part Number | ST8000NM0178 |
| Condition | New |
| Capacity | 8TB |
| Form Factor | 3.5" |
| Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
| Speed | 7,200 RPM |
| Manufacturer Part Number | ST8000NM0178 |
| Capacity | 8TB |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
| Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
| Spindle Speed | 7,200 RPM |
| Cache Buffer | 256MB |
| Bytes per Sector | 512e (512-byte emulation) |
| Rated Workload | 550TB/year |
| Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) | 2,000,000 hours |
| Non-Recoverable Read Errors | 1 per 10^15 bits read |
| Power-On Hours Rating | 8,760 hours/year (24/7) |
| Rotational Vibration Compensation | Yes (RV sensors) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 60°C |
| Power Consumption – Active (Typical) | Approximately 9W |
| Power Consumption – Idle | Approximately 7W |
| PowerChoice Technology | Yes |
| Advanced Idle Power States | Yes |
| Height | 26.11 mm |
| Width | 101.6 mm |
| Depth | 147 mm |
| Weight | Approximately 720g |
| Product Family | Exos 7E8 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Seagate ST8000NM0178 8TB 3.5-inch SATA Enterprise HDD
What does the Seagate ST8000NM0178 8TB 3.5-inch SATA Enterprise HDD do?
At 8TB, the Seagate ST8000NM0178 8TB 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 ST8000NM0178 8TB 3.5-inch SATA Enterprise HDD?
Key specifications for the Seagate ST8000NM0178 8TB 3.5-inch SATA Enterprise HDD: capacity 8TB; form factor 3.5-inch; interface SATA 6Gb/s; new condition; capacity 8TB; 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 ST8000NM0178. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.
Is the Seagate ST8000NM0178 8TB 3.5-inch SATA Enterprise HDD compatible with my infrastructure?
The Seagate ST8000NM0178 8TB 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.