The **Seagate IronWolf 18TB** is a high-capacity hard drive designed for NAS (Network Attached Storage) systems, offering reliable performance, durability, and storage for users with large-scale data needs. Here are the key details about the Seagate IronWolf 18TB HDD:
Key Features
18TB, offering massive storage for large volumes of data.
SATA 6Gb/s, compatible with most NAS devices.
7200 RPM, providing fast access to data compared to lower RPM drives.
256MB cache to improve read and write speeds for frequently accessed data.
Designed to handle workloads of up to 300TB/year, making it ideal for multi-user NAS environments.
Features CMR (Conventional Magnetic Recording) technology for consistent performance and reliability. Also comes with 1.2M hours MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures).
Integrated with NAS systems, this feature provides monitoring, intervention, and recovery options for better drive health.
Equipped with RV (Rotational Vibration) sensors to reduce vibration in multi-drive setups, improving performance and reliability in NAS environments.
Optimized for lower power consumption during operation, which is important in 24/7 environments like NAS systems.
Typical Use Cases
Designed specifically for multi-bay NAS environments, whether at home, in small-to-medium businesses, or for creative professionals needing reliable data storage.
Large 18TB capacity is excellent for storing backups, archives, and important data.
Ideal for storing and streaming large multimedia files such as 4K video, music libraries, and photos.
Suitable for virtualized environments within a NAS, such as hosting VMs or containers.
Performance Specs
Up to 260MB/s, ensuring efficient data handling for large files.
Typical power consumption is around 5.3W for idle and 7.9W under load.
Warranty & Support
5years limited warranty.
Seagate provides access to Rescue Data Recovery Services with certain models, which can recover data in case of mechanical failure.
The Seagate IronWolf 18TB is well-suited for environments that demand high availability and durability, with 24/7 operation in mind. It's a top choice for NAS systems that require large storage capacities for data backup, media libraries, and virtual environment
