Seagate SkyHawk AI interne harde schijf 16 TB 7200 rpm 512 MB 3,5 inch Serial ATA III

The Seagate SkyHawk AI 16 TB 3.5" SATA III hard drive is engineered for video surveillance and NVR systems with on-edge artificial intelligence. With a 16 TB capacity, 7200 RPM spindle speed and a 512 MB cache, this drive supports high-density video storage and AI analytics workloads while maintaining compatibility with standard 3.5" SATA III setups.

Advantages

SkyHawk AI is optimised for AI video analytics and supports up to 64 HD camera streams plus 32 additional AI streams, delivering zero dropped frames with ImagePerfect AI. The drive offers enterprise-class workload capability rated at 550 TB/year for reliable, continuous operation. SkyHawk models also include SkyHawk Health Management for improved drive and system reliability and come with a three-year Rescue Data Recovery Services plan for added data protection.

Suitable for

• Network Video Recorders (NVR) with AI-enabled edge analytics
• Large-scale surveillance installations with up to 64 HD cameras
• Systems requiring high-capacity, 24×7 operation and reliable video recording

Key specifications

• Capacity: 16 TB (16000 GB)
• Form factor: 3.5"
• Interface: Serial ATA III (SATA III)
• Rotational speed: 7200 RPM
• Cache: 512 MB
• Workload rating: 550 TB/year
• MTBF: 2,000,000 hours
• Weight: 0.68 kg
• Manufacturer model: ST16000VE004

How to use

Install the Seagate SkyHawk AI 3.5" SATA III drive into a compatible NVR or surveillance server following the system manufacturer’s installation instructions. Configure the NVR to recognise the drive, allocate storage for camera streams and, if applicable, enable AI streams and SkyHawk Health Management features within the recorder’s software. Ensure proper mounting, power connection and airflow to maintain drive health.

Recommendations

Use this SkyHawk AI drive in systems designed for continuous 24×7 video recording and AI analytics. Regularly monitor drive health through compatible NVR software, keep firmware updated, and maintain backups or use the included Rescue Data Recovery Services for critical footage.