Seagate SkyHawk ST4000VX013 4TB Surveillance HDD, SATA 6GB/s, 256MB Cache, 180MB/s, Up To 64 Cameras, 16 Bays, 180TB/Year, 24×7 NVR/DVR Storage

Expert Features 4TB Surveillance Storage : The Seagate SkyHawk ST4000VX013 provides 4TB of purpose-built surveillance storage for NVR and DVR environments that need continuous recording capacity rather than ordinary desktop-drive behavior. 24×7 Surveillance Workload Design : SkyHawk is engineered for 8,760 power-on hours per year , making it suitable for always-on video surveillance systems. Up To 64 HD Cameras : ATA streaming and ImagePerfect firmware are designed to support recording streams from up to 64 HD cameras , helping maintain smooth footage capture. Up To 16 Drive Bays : This exact ST4000VX013 model is specified for systems with up to 16 drive bays , making it suitable for scalable NVR installations. SkyHawk Health Management : Built-in SkyHawk Health Management focuses on prevention, intervention, and recovery to help protect surveillance storage health. ImagePerfect Firmware : Seagate’s surveillance-focused ImagePerfect firmware is designed to reduce dropped frames and maintain dependable video recording under continuous workloads. SATA 6Gb/s Interface : Uses the standard SATA 6Gb/s interface for straightforward compatibility with supported surveillance recorders and storage systems. 256MB Cache : A substantial 256MB cache supports the drive’s continuous video-recording workload. 180MB/s Sustained Transfer Rate : The exact model is rated for up to 180MB/s maximum sustained outer-diameter transfer speed . 180TB/Year Workload Rating : Designed for surveillance workloads of up to 180TB per year , well beyond typical occasional desktop usage patterns. 1 Million Hour MTBF : Rated at 1,000,000 hours MTBF , supporting dependable long-duration surveillance deployment. Tarnish-Resistant Components : Tarnish-resistant construction helps protect the drive from environmental elements and supports field reliability. Efficient Power Profile : The ST4000VX013 uses just 3.7W average operating power , 2.5W idle , and approximately 0.25W in standby/sleep , helping reduce heat inside always-on systems. 1-Year Limited Warranty : Seagate specifies a 1-year limited warranty for this model, with a 3-year Rescue Data Recovery Services plan listed subject to regional availability. Expert Specs Specification Seagate SkyHawk ST4000VX013 Product Family Seagate SkyHawk Surveillance HDD Model Number ST4000VX013 Capacity 4TB Form Factor 3.5″ Hard Drive Best-Fit Applications NVR / Video DVR Surveillance Systems Interface SATA 6Gb/s Recording Technology SMR Drive Design Air SkyHawk Health Management Yes ImagePerfect Firmware Yes, surveillance-optimized Drive Bays Supported Up To 16 Cameras Supported Up To 64 HD Cameras RV Sensors Not listed for this exact model in the supplied datasheet Maximum Sustained Transfer Rate OD 180MB/s Cache 256MB Tarnish Resistant Yes Load / Unload Cycles 600,000 Nonrecoverable Read Error Rate, Max 1 per 10E14 Power-On Hours / Year 8,760 Workload Rate Limit 180TB/Year MTBF 1,000,000 Hours Limited Warranty 1 Years Rescue Data Recovery Services 3 Years , subject to regional availability Typical Startup Current, 12V 1.8A Average Operating Power 3.7W Idle Average 2.5W Standby / Sleep 0.25W / 0.25W 5V Voltage Tolerance ±5% 12V Voltage Tolerance ±10% Minimum Operating Ambient Temperature 0°C Maximum Drive-Reported Operating Temperature 70°C Minimum Non-Operating Ambient Temperature -40°C Height, Max 20.20mm / 0.795in Width, Max 101.85mm / 4.010in Depth, Max 146.99mm / 5.787in Typical Weight 490g / 1.08lb Carton Unit Quantity 25 Cartons Per Pallet / Layer 40 / 8