Seagate SkyHawk ST4000VX016 4TB Internal Surveillance Hard Drive

Seagate SkyHawk ST4000VX016 4 TB Hard Drive - 3.5" Internal - SATA (SATA/600) - Conventional Magnetic Recording (CMR) Method

Smart, safe, and secure video-optimized storage

The Seagate SkyHawk ST4000VX016 is a 4TB internal hard drive designed for surveillance video recorders and systems that operate continuously. Built with Seagate's ImagePerfect™ firmware, this SkyHawk drive supports smooth video capture from up to 64 HD cameras, helping reduce dropped frames and maintain consistent recording performance in demanding 24/7 workloads. Its SATA/600 interface and 256MB cache provide efficient data transfers and responsive access to stored footage.

Designed for reliable surveillance performance

SkyHawk Health Management helps protect video storage through prevention, intervention, and recovery features. Integrated RAID RapidRebuild™ technology supports faster volume rebuilding than traditional RAID rebuilds, helping minimize downtime when used in compatible systems. Built-in rotational vibration sensors help maintain performance in multi-bay enclosures, making the ST4000VX016 suitable for scalable surveillance installations that require dependable operation and expanded storage capacity.

Efficient storage with added data protection

This Seagate SkyHawk hard drive includes a 3-year Rescue Data Recovery Services plan, providing access to Seagate's in-house data recovery expertise for eligible situations. Its lower power consumption can help reduce heat output and support reliable operation in surveillance environments. Tarnish-resistant components add protection against environmental elements, while the 3.5-inch form factor enables straightforward installation in compatible desktop and video recording systems. With a 1 million-hour MTBF rating and a 3-year limited warranty, the Seagate ST4000VX016 delivers practical, purpose-built storage for continuous video recording.

Features:

• Capacity: 4TB of storage for extensive surveillance footage, images, and other digital files

• Surveillance Optimization: ImagePerfect™ firmware supports smooth, continuous recording from up to 64 HD cameras

• Health Management: SkyHawk Health Management provides prevention, intervention, and recovery features for compatible systems

• RAID Support: RAID RapidRebuild™ helps enable faster volume rebuilds than traditional RAID rebuilds

• Vibration Protection: Built-in rotational vibration sensors help maintain performance in multi-bay systems

• Cache: 256MB cache supports responsive data access and efficient processing

• Interface: SATA/600 interface supports fast data transfers and optimized burst performance

• Form Factor: 3.5-inch internal design fits compatible surveillance and desktop systems

• Reliability: Rated for 24/7 surveillance workloads with a 1 million-hour MTBF

• Data Recovery: Includes a 3-year Rescue Data Recovery Services plan from Seagate