EMC 8TB SAS 12Gb/s 7.2K RPM Enterprise SED-FIPS Hard Drive ST8000NM0125 (1YK212-037)
Designed for enterprise storage arrays, mission-critical servers, and high-capacity data center deployments, the EMC ST8000NM0125 delivers exceptional reliability, security, and performance. Based on Seagate's trusted Enterprise Capacity 3.5 V5 platform, this 8TB hard drive combines dual-port SAS connectivity, hardware-based encryption, and enterprise-class endurance to support demanding 24/7 workloads.
Featuring 8TB of storage capacity, a 12Gb/s SAS interface, 256MB cache, and FIPS 140-2 Level 2 certified self-encryption, this drive is an excellent solution for organizations requiring secure, high-capacity storage in enterprise server and storage environments.
Key Features
- 8TB Enterprise Storage Capacity
- 3.5-Inch Large Form Factor (LFF)
- Dual-Port SAS 12Gb/s Interface
- 7,200 RPM Enterprise Performance
- 256MB Multi-Segmented Cache
- SED-FIPS Self-Encrypting Drive
- 4Kn Native Sector Format
- 24/7 Enterprise Duty Cycle
- 550TB Annual Workload Rating
- 2 Million Hour MTBF
Drive Specifications
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Manufacturer Platform: Seagate Enterprise Capacity 3.5 V5
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OEM Branding: EMC
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Model Number: ST8000NM0125
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Part Number: 1YK212-037
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Capacity: 8TB (8,000GB)
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Form Factor: 3.5-Inch LFF
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Interface: Dual-Port SAS 12Gb/s
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Sector Format: 4Kn Native (4096-byte sectors)
Performance Specifications
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Rotational Speed: 7,200 RPM
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Cache Buffer: 256MB
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Maximum Sustained Transfer Rate: Up to 249 MB/s
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Average Latency: 4.16 ms
- Backward compatible with SAS 6Gb/s and SAS 3Gb/s infrastructures
- Optimized for large-capacity enterprise storage arrays
Enterprise Security Features
- SED-FIPS Self-Encrypting Drive
- FIPS 140-2 Level 2 Certified
- Hardware-based encryption for data-at-rest protection
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T10 Data Integrity Field (DIF) Support
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Super Parity Technology for enhanced data protection
- Ideal for government, healthcare, financial, and regulated environments
Enterprise Reliability & Availability
- 24/7 Continuous Operation
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Workload Rating: 550TB Per Year
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MTBF: 2,000,000 Hours
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Annualized Failure Rate (AFR): 0.44%
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Unrecoverable Read Error Rate: 1 per 1015 Bits Read
- Built for enterprise and mission-critical storage environments
Advanced Data Protection Technologies
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Advanced Write Caching with internal NOR flash protection
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Rotational Vibration Protection for multi-drive systems
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Internal Humidity Sensor for environmental monitoring
- Enhanced reliability in dense storage chassis and server racks
- Optimized for RAID, SAN, and large-capacity storage systems
Power Efficiency
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Idle Power Consumption: Approximately 8.5W
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Average Operating Power: Approximately 12W
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Seagate PowerChoice™ Technology
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PowerBalance™ Optimization for improved watts-per-terabyte efficiency
- Designed to lower operational expenses in enterprise deployments
Environmental & Physical Specifications
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Operating Temperature: 5°C to 60°C
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Operating Shock: 70G (2ms)
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Non-Operating Shock: 250G (2ms)
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Height: 26.11 mm
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Width: 101.85 mm
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Depth: 147.0 mm
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Weight: Approximately 705g to 780g
Ideal Applications
- Enterprise Storage Arrays
- EMC Storage Systems
- Data Center Infrastructure
- Private & Hybrid Cloud Platforms
- Mission-Critical Databases
- Backup & Archive Solutions
- Virtualization Environments
- Government & Security-Sensitive Deployments
Compatibility Notice
Important: This is a SAS 12Gb/s enterprise hard drive and requires a compatible SAS controller, enterprise server, storage enclosure, or EMC storage platform. It is not compatible with standard SATA-only desktop systems.
Why Choose the EMC ST8000NM0125?
The EMC ST8000NM0125 combines enterprise-grade reliability, advanced self-encrypting drive technology, 8TB of high-capacity storage, and dual-port SAS performance in a secure storage solution built for demanding environments. With FIPS-certified encryption, 2 million hour MTBF, and robust workload handling capabilities, this drive is an ideal choice for organizations that require dependable, secure, and scalable enterprise storage.
