Seagate Exos X16 16TB SAS 12Gb/s 7200RPM SED/ISE 512e 3.5-inch Enterprise Internal Hard Drive — ST16000NM010G

The Seagate Exos X16 (ST16000NM010G) is a high-capacity 16TB enterprise 3.5-inch internal hard drive featuring SAS 12Gb/s interface, 7200 RPM spindle speed, and support for SED (Self-Encrypting Drive), ISE (Instant Secure Erase), and 512e Advanced Format. Engineered for data centers, NAS arrays, and enterprise storage systems, it delivers massive capacity with Seagate's proven enterprise reliability for demanding 24/7 workloads.

Key Features

• 16TB enterprise-grade storage capacity
• SAS 12Gb/s dual-port interface for high-throughput and redundancy
• 7200 RPM spindle speed for fast, consistent enterprise performance
• SED (Self-Encrypting Drive) for hardware-level data encryption
• ISE (Instant Secure Erase) for fast, secure data sanitization
• 512e Advanced Format for broad enterprise OS compatibility
• Rated for 24/7 continuous operation with 550TB/year workload rating

Product Specifications

• Part Number: ST16000NM010G
• Manufacturer: Seagate
• Model: Exos X16
• OEM Status: Genuine Seagate OEM
• Capacity: 16TB
• Interface: SAS 12Gb/s (dual-port)
• Form Factor: 3.5-inch
• Spindle Speed: 7200 RPM
• Sector Size: 512e (Advanced Format)
• Security: SED, ISE
• Workload Rating: 550TB/year

Storage Specifications

• Capacity: 16TB
• Interface: SAS 12Gb/s (dual-port)
• Form Factor: 3.5-inch
• Sector Size: 512e (Advanced Format)
• Security: SED (Self-Encrypting Drive), ISE (Instant Secure Erase)
• Hot-Pluggable: Yes
• Workload Rating: 550TB/year

Performance Specifications

• Spindle Speed: 7200 RPM
• Max Sustained Transfer Rate: Up to 261 MB/s
• MTBF: 2,500,000 hours
• Power Consumption (Active): ~9.0W
• Rotational Vibration Compensation: Yes

Use Cases

• Enterprise data center high-capacity SAS storage arrays
• SAN deployments requiring SAS 12Gb/s dual-port redundancy
• Secure storage requiring SED hardware encryption
• Cloud and hyperscale storage infrastructure
• Backup and archival storage for enterprise environments

Compatibility

• Compatible with SAS 12Gb/s and SAS 6Gb/s controllers (backward compatible)
• Fits standard 3.5-inch server drive bays
• Compatible with Windows Server, Linux, and VMware ESXi
• SED compatible with enterprise key management systems

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between SED and ISE?

SED (Self-Encrypting Drive) continuously encrypts all data using hardware-level AES encryption, requiring a key to access data. ISE (Instant Secure Erase) cryptographically erases the drive instantly by destroying the encryption key — enabling fast, secure data sanitization for drive reuse or decommissioning.

Does the ST16000NM010G support dual-port SAS?

Yes, the Seagate Exos X16 ST16000NM010G features dual-port SAS 12Gb/s for redundant path connectivity in enterprise storage arrays.

What is the workload rating of the Exos X16?

The Seagate Exos X16 is rated for up to 550TB per year, making it suitable for demanding enterprise 24/7 storage workloads.

The Seagate Exos X16 (ST16000NM010G) is a proven enterprise SAS hard drive delivering 16TB of high-capacity, secure, and reliable storage for the most demanding data center environments. Order today for enterprise-grade SAS performance with SED encryption and ISE support.