PRODUCT INFORMATION
The Seagate SkyHawk 8TB Surveillance HDD is engineered for video surveillance systems. This hard drive offers a massive 8TB Storage Capacity, ideal for storing hours of security footage. Designed for continuous operation,
With data transfer speeds reaching up to 180MB/s, the Seagate 8TB Surveillance HDD ensures quick access and efficient storage of large video files. Perfect for home security and enterprise surveillance systems, it delivers reliable, 24/7 operation, capable of supporting multiple video streams simultaneously.
If you require a high-capacity and performance-driven hard drive for video recording and surveillance applications, the Seagate SkyHawk 8TB HDD is your top choice. Built to withstand the rigors of video surveillance, it ensures your footage remains safe, accessible, and protected.
AI-Optimized Surveillance Storage Solution
Seagate SkyHawk AI hard drives provide advanced AI-powered surveillance storage, optimized for video analytics. Supporting up to 64 HD cameras and 32 AI streams, these drives deliver seamless, reliable performance with zero dropped frames. Designed for high-demand systems, they ensure smooth data capture and enterprise-level workload management.
Industry-Leading Compatibility with Surveillance Platforms
The SkyHawk AI hard drives seamlessly integrate with industry-leading surveillance platforms like Hikvision, Dahua, QNAP, and Synology. Designed for easy upgrade and system expansion, they ensure smooth operation and compatibility with diverse security infrastructure. Optimize your surveillance setup with reliable, compatible storage solutions.
| Specifications | |
| Capacity 8TB | |
| Standard Model Numbers - ST8000VE001 | |
| Interface | SATA |
| Recording Technology | CMR |
| Drive Design | Air |
| Features and Performance | |
| Drive Bays Supported 16+ | |
| AI Channels | 32 |
| AI Real Time Capture | Events/Sec1,2 Up to 120 |
| AI Real Time Compare | Events/Sec1,2 Up to 96 |
| HD Cameras Supported | 3 Up to 64 |
| RV Sensors | Yes |
| Max. Sustained Transfer Rate | OD (MB/s) 235MB/s |
| Cache (MB) | 256 |
| Reliability/Data Integrity | |
| Tarnish Resistant | Yes |
| Load/Unload Cycles | 300,000 |
| Non-recoverable Read Errors Rate, | Max 1 per 10E15 |
| Power-On Hours per year | 8,760 |
| Workload Rate Limit (WRL) | 4 550 |
| Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) (hours) | 2,000,000 hr |
| Power Management | |
| Startup Current, Typical | (12V, A) 1.8 |
| Average Operating Power (W) | 8.73 W |
| Idling Average (W) | 7.5 W |
| Standby Mode/Sleep Mode, Typical (W) | 0.96/0.96 |
| Voltage Tolerance (5 V) | -2 |
| Voltage Tolerance (12 V) | ±10% |
| Environmental/Temperature | |
| Operating (ambient, min °C) | 5 |
| Operating (drive case, max °C) | 7 70 |
| Non-operating (ambient, min °C) | -40 |
| Physical | |
| Height (mm/in, max) | 26.11 mm/1.028 in |
| Width (mm/in, max) | 101.85 mm/4.01 in |
| Depth (mm/in, max) | 146.99 mm/5.787 in |
| Weight (g/lb, typical) | 716 g/1.579 lb |
1 Events can be human, vehicle, or object capture.
2 Tested and verified using embedded AI NVR – 64-ch HD recording, 16-ch PB. Average picture size ~250 KB
3 1080P, H.265, 25 fps
4 SkyHawk AI surveillance drives are designed for always-on workloads of 550 TB/year. For higher transaction workloads, see Seagate’s enterprise-class drive offerings.
5 Extended warranty options available. Consult your distributor for details.
6 From May 1, 2020, 3-year Rescue Data Recovery Services plan may be offered in addition to standard warranty. This is offered for selected regions only. Check with reseller on availability.
7 Seagate does not recommend operating at sustained extreme temperatures. Operating at higher temperatures will reduce useful life of the product.