Seagate SkyHawk AI 12TB 3.5" SATA III 6Gb/s Internal HDD

The Seagate ST12000VE003 is a 12TB internal hard drive designed specifically for surveillance systems that operate continuously. It fits into a 3.5-inch drive bay and connects via SATA III at 6Gb/s, making it compatible with a wide range of security setups. This drive is built to handle the demands of monitoring environments where reliability and consistent performance are critical.

With a helium-sealed design, the drive reduces internal friction and wear, which helps extend its lifespan in always-on conditions. It supports up to 64 high-definition camera feeds and can manage 32 AI streams at the same time, making it ideal for systems that use AI-assisted video analytics. Whether you are running a large-scale security network or a smaller setup that requires detailed video analysis, this drive is engineered to keep up without dropping frames.

The drive uses conventional magnetic recording technology combined with Seagate’s ImagePerfect firmware and rotational vibration sensors. These features work together to maintain smooth video playback and prevent data loss, even in multi-bay environments where vibration can be an issue. It delivers a sustained transfer rate of 285 MB/s, ensuring quick access to live and archived footage. The drive is rated for workloads up to 550TB per year, which means it can handle heavy data writing and reading without compromising performance.

This hard drive is a solid choice for security professionals, IT managers, and anyone who needs dependable storage for continuous video recording and AI-driven surveillance. It also comes with a three-year Seagate Rescue Data Recovery plan, providing extra peace of mind in case of unexpected data issues.

Highlights:

• 12TB capacity designed for continuous surveillance storage
• Supports up to 64 HD camera feeds and 32 AI video streams simultaneously
• Sustained transfer rate of 285 MB/s for smooth video access
• Rated for 550TB per year workload to handle heavy use
• Helium-sealed design reduces wear and improves reliability
• Conventional magnetic recording combined with ImagePerfect firmware and rotational vibration sensors
• Includes a 3-year Seagate Rescue Data Recovery plan for added protection