Seagate
Seagate ST1200MM0009 Exos 10E2400 HTC 1.2TB 2.5in SASIII 128MB Cache 10000RPM Internal HDD
Best enterprise storage for high-performance server data management.
Elevate your data center with the Seagate Exos 10E2400 HTC, a 1.2TB enterprise-grade internal HDD. Engineered for demanding workloads, this 2.5-inch drive boasts a rapid 10,000 RPM speed and a 12Gb/s SASIII interface for exceptional data transfer rates. Its 128MB cache accelerates performance, while PowerChoice™ technology optimizes energy efficiency. Seagate Secure™ encryption ensures robust data protection at rest, making it an ideal solution for critical servers and storage systems requiring reliability and speed.
$145.00
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Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
685
/ 4074
#685 in Hard Drives
Price vs Category Average
-73%
Below average
Capacity
1.2
/ TB
Who it's for
- Database administrators managing high-frequency transaction workloads
- IT managers requiring dependable 24/7 server uptime
- System architects building scalable, redundant enterprise storage arrays
Who should skip it
- Users prioritizing maximum random I/O speed and low latency
- Budget-conscious buyers seeking the lowest cost per gigabyte
- Data center operators managing strict power and cooling constraints
Performance breakdown
Data Access Speed
The 10,000 RPM spindle ensures rapid retrieval for demanding server environments.
Interface Throughput
SASIII connectivity provides the bandwidth necessary for high-speed enterprise data transfers.
Energy Efficiency
PowerChoice technology effectively manages power consumption during idle and active states.
Data Security
Integrated hardware encryption offers robust protection for sensitive enterprise information.
Form Factor Density
Compact 2.5-inch design maximizes storage capacity within limited server rack space.
Enterprise Reliability
Engineered specifically to withstand the rigors of continuous, high-intensity server workloads.
Key Specs
Capacity
1.2TB
Rotational Speed
10,000 RPM
Interface
SASIII (12Gb/s)
Form Factor
2.5 inches
Cache Size
128MB
Drive Type
Internal HDD
Model Number
ST1200MM0009
Grade
Enterprise
Features
- High-performance 10,000 RPM speed
- 12Gb/s SASIII interface
- Enhanced caching for faster operations
- Compact 2.5-inch form factor
- PowerChoice™ for energy efficiency
- Seagate Secure™ encryption
- Built for enterprise workloads
- Reliable data protection
What customers say
System administrators highly value the Seagate Exos 10E2400 for its exceptional reliability and sustained performance in critical server applications. Users consistently praise the 10K RPM SAS drive for delivering robust input output operations and low latency, significantly boosting demanding database performance over standard drives. Its enterprise build quality inspires confidence in long term durability. While the high speed operation results in noticeable heat and noise compared to SSDs, this is an expected trade off. Given its specialized interface and premium cost, the drive is clearly aimed at professional use. For its intended audience, the superior performance and guaranteed data integrity overwhelmingly justify the investment, making it a top tier choice for high availability storage.
Know before you buy
No, this is an enterprise-grade SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) drive designed specifically for servers and storage arrays. It requires a SAS-compatible controller and will not function with standard SATA ports found on consumer motherboards.
The 10,000 RPM speed significantly reduces latency and improves input/output operations per second (IOPS) compared to standard 7,200 RPM drives. This makes it ideal for high-demand server workloads that require fast data access.
Yes, it features Seagate Secure™ encryption, which provides hardware-based data protection at rest. This ensures your sensitive information remains secure directly on the drive hardware.
PowerChoice™ allows you to manage energy consumption by enabling the drive to enter lower-power states during periods of inactivity. It is designed to reduce operational costs in data centers without compromising the drive's ability to handle intensive tasks when needed.
Yes, you can install this 2.5-inch drive into a 3.5-inch server bay, but you will need a compatible 2.5-inch to 3.5-inch adapter bracket or a hot-swap caddy designed for your specific server chassis.
This drive is engineered for 24/7 enterprise environments, such as mission-critical servers, high-performance computing, and tiered storage systems. It is built to handle the sustained, heavy read/write cycles typical of professional data center operations.
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