The Seagate SkyHawk 4TB Surveillance Internal Hard Drive (ST4000VX016) is a purpose-built 3.5-inch storage drive engineered specifically for 24/7 continuous video recording in modern DVR and NVR surveillance systems. Designed to handle intensive write-heavy workloads, this drive supports up to 64 HD surveillance cameras simultaneously, delivering reliable frame capture and minimizing dropped frames across high-resolution multi-camera security setups.
Powered by ImagePerfect firmware, the SkyHawk 4TB drive optimizes video streaming efficiency by actively managing read/write operations to prevent latency spikes and pixelation during continuous recording. Built with a 256MB cache buffer and operating on a 6 Gb/s SATA III interface, it incorporates rotational vibration (RV) sensors and low power consumption features, reducing heat generation and electrical stress to prolong drive lifespan in multi-bay surveillance enclosure environments.
Available from DataDive, your trusted Technology Hardware Supplier in Qatar, this genuine Seagate SkyHawk 4TB surveillance hard drive is available in our Storage collection, ideal for commercial security system installations, home security storage upgrades, NVR array expansions, and round-the-clock video archive management.
Key Features:
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Custom ImagePerfect firmware tuned for smooth video stream recording without dropped frames
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Workload rating of 180 TB/year engineered for continuous 24/7 surveillance write operations
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Supports up to 64 HD camera streams simultaneously for versatile security scalability
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Integrated Rotational Vibration (RV) sensors maintain drive performance in multi-bay NVR systems
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Low operational power consumption reduces thermal heat dissipation and extends overall drive reliability
Technical Specifications:
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Brand: Seagate
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Product Line: SkyHawk Surveillance
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Model / SKU: ST4000VX016
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Capacity: 4 TB
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Form Factor: 3.5-inch LFF Internal Desktop / Surveillance Drive
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Interface: SATA 6.0 Gb/s (SATA III)
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Cache / Buffer: 256 MB
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Recording Technology: Conventional Magnetic Recording (CMR)
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Cameras Supported: Up to 64 HD Cameras
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Drive Bays Supported: 1 to 8 Bays
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Workload Rate Limit (WRL): 180 TB/year
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Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF): 1,000,000 Hours
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Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C
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Dimensions (L x W x H): 146.99 x 101.85 x 26.11 mm
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Weight: 490 g
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Compatibility: Compatible with major network video recorders (NVR), digital video recorders (DVR), desktop security servers, and NAS video surveillance platforms