Seagate ST10000NM002G 10TB 7200RPM SAS HDD

Name: Seagate ST10000NM002G 10TB 7200RPM SAS HDD
Brand: Seagate
SKU: ST10000NM002G

Overview

The Seagate ST10000NM002G is a 10TB hard drive from the Exos X16 enterprise series, built to meet the relentless demands of modern data centers. With a 7200 RPM spindle speed and 256MB cache, it provides the sustained throughput needed for large-scale data ingestion, backup and archival workflows, and content delivery systems. The SAS interface offers advantages over SATA in enterprise settings, including support for dual-port connectivity that enables redundant data paths — a critical feature for high-availability storage arrays where drive-level failover can prevent service interruptions.

The 3.5-inch form factor fits standard server and storage enclosure bays, and the 512e sector format ensures backward compatibility with existing enterprise storage stacks while leveraging 4K native sectors for improved error correction and storage density. As part of Seagate's Exos lineup, this drive is rated for the continuous operation and high annual workload demands typical of hyperscale and enterprise environments. It is an ideal choice for organizations scaling their raw storage capacity without sacrificing the reliability and performance characteristics required for mission-critical data infrastructure.

Key Features

UPC: 763649127186

Weight: 1.350 lbs

Country of Origin: CHINA

Item Package weight : 1.0 pounds

Specifications

Capacity

10TB

Series

Seagate Exos X16

Interface

SAS

Rotational Speed

7200 RPM

Cache

256MB

Form Factor

3.5 inch

Sector Size

512e

Model Number

ST10000NM002G

Weight

1.35 lbs

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Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

10TB capacity provides substantial storage in a single 3.5-inch drive, reducing the number of drives needed per server
7200 RPM spindle speed with 256MB cache delivers strong sequential and random read/write performance for enterprise workloads
SAS interface supports dual-port connectivity for redundant data paths in enterprise storage arrays
Exos X16 series is engineered for 24/7 operation in demanding data center environments

👎 Cons

SAS interface requires a compatible SAS controller or HBA, making it incompatible with standard desktop SATA ports
Enterprise-class pricing is significantly higher than consumer-grade SATA drives of the same capacity
Mechanical hard drive performance cannot match SSD speeds for random I/O intensive workloads
7200 RPM operation generates more heat and vibration than lower-speed drives, requiring proper airflow in dense rack configurations

Frequently Asked Questions

What interface does the Seagate ST10000NM002G use?

This drive uses a SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface, which is designed for enterprise servers and storage arrays. It is not compatible with standard desktop SATA connections without a SAS-capable controller or HBA.

What is the rotational speed and cache size of this drive?

The ST10000NM002G spins at 7200 RPM and includes 256MB of onboard cache, delivering the throughput and responsiveness expected in enterprise data center environments.

Is this drive suitable for use in a desktop PC or NAS?

This drive is designed for enterprise servers and storage arrays with SAS controllers. Consumer desktops and most NAS units use SATA interfaces and would not be compatible with this SAS drive without specialized hardware.

What is the sector format of this drive?

The drive uses 512e (512-byte emulation) sector format, which provides compatibility with legacy systems while using 4K native sectors internally for improved storage efficiency.

Which Seagate product series does this drive belong to?

It is part of the Seagate Exos X16 series, Seagate's enterprise hard drive line engineered for hyperscale data centers, large-scale storage systems, and high-density rack environments.