| Brand | Dell |
|---|---|
| Category | Dell Server Hard Drives |
| Part number | ST8000NM013A-05 |
| Model numbers | ST8000NM013A |
| Capacity | 8TB |
| Interface | SATA 3.5 Inch |
| Spindle speed (RPM) | 7200 |
| Data transfer rate | 6Gbps |
| Form factor | 3.5 Inch |
| Hot swap | Yes |
| Best for | Dell Server |
The Dell 7E8, based on the Seagate Exos ST8000NM013A platform, is an enterprise-class 8TB hard drive designed for Dell servers, storage systems, and data center environments. Featuring a 7,200 RPM spindle speed, SATA 6Gb/s interface, and 4Kn (4K Native) sector format, this drive delivers reliable high-capacity storage for business-critical applications. Engineered for continuous 24x7 operation, it provides the performance, durability, and scalability required for cloud infrastructure, backup repositories, virtualization platforms, and large-scale data storage deployments.
Key Features
- Dell Part Number: 7E8
- Seagate Model: ST8000NM013A
- 8TB storage capacity
- 7,200 RPM spindle speed
- SATA III 6Gb/s interface
- 3.5-inch Large Form Factor (LFF)
- 4Kn (4K Native) sector format
- Enterprise-class nearline hard drive
- Large cache buffer for improved throughput
- Optimized for RAID and multi-drive storage environments
- Designed for continuous 24x7 enterprise workloads
- Advanced error correction and data integrity protection
- Enhanced vibration tolerance for dense storage systems
- Ideal for backup, archival, cloud storage, file servers, and virtualization
Applications
The Dell 7E8 ST8000NM013A is ideal for organizations requiring dependable, high-capacity storage for enterprise servers and storage arrays. It is commonly deployed in data centers, backup infrastructures, cloud environments, surveillance systems, and business applications where large storage capacity and long-term reliability are essential.
Technical Specifications
- Capacity: 8TB
- Interface: SATA 6Gb/s
- Form Factor: 3.5-inch LFF
- Rotational Speed: 7,200 RPM
- Sector Format: 4Kn (4K Native)
- Cache: 256MB
- Drive Type: Enterprise Nearline SATA HDD
- Workload Rating: Enterprise-Class
- Hot-Plug Support: Supported in compatible Dell platforms
- Designed for RAID and High-Availability Storage Environments
Built to meet the demands of modern enterprise storage infrastructures, the Dell 7E8 ST8000NM013A combines large-scale capacity, dependable performance, and enterprise-grade reliability, making it an excellent solution for growing data storage requirements while maintaining a cost-effective storage environment.