Seagate Exos 7E2000 2TB 2.5" SATA 7200 RPM Enterprise HDD ST2000NX0243
The Seagate Exos 7E2000 enterprise hard drive delivers 2TB of high-density, reliable data storage in a compact 2.5-inch form factor, engineered for 24x7 operation in demanding data center and cloud environments.
- High Capacity: Provides 2TB of storage in a compact 2.5-inch footprint, optimizing server rack space while meeting growing data demands.
- Enterprise Reliability: Engineered for 24x7 operation with a 1.4 million hour MTBF, ensuring continuous data availability and minimizing downtime.
- Optimized Performance: Features a 7200 RPM spindle speed and a 128MB buffer, delivering consistent data access for critical business applications.
- Energy Efficiency: Designed with low power consumption, reducing operational costs and supporting green IT initiatives in data centers.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Seagate Exos 7E2000 is a purpose-built enterprise hard drive, offering 2TB of storage capacity within a space-saving 2.5-inch form factor. It operates at 7200 RPM with a 128MB cache, providing consistent performance for data-intensive workloads.
This drive is engineered for demanding 24x7 operational environments, featuring a high Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 1.4 million hours. Its robust design ensures data integrity and availability, making it suitable for critical business applications and cloud infrastructure.
- Core Functionality: Delivers 2TB of secure, high-density storage, enabling businesses to manage expanding data volumes efficiently within existing infrastructure.
- Data Integrity: Built for continuous 24x7 operation, ensuring critical business data remains accessible and protected against common drive failures.
- Space Optimization: The compact 2.5-inch form factor allows for higher storage density per server, reducing physical footprint and associated cooling costs.
- Consistent Performance: A 7200 RPM spindle speed and 6 Gbit/s SATA interface provide rapid data access, supporting responsive application performance and user productivity.
- Operational Value: With a 1.4 million hour MTBF, this drive significantly extends the lifecycle of storage infrastructure, reducing total cost of ownership and maintenance.
The Seagate Exos 7E2000 HDD is an essential component for organizations seeking reliable, high-capacity storage that supports continuous business operations and future growth.
Technical Specifications
1Performance & Business Impact
2Connectivity & I/O
3Physical & Environmental
4Lifecycle, Warranty & Compliance
Full Specifications
Power4
Features10
Weight & dimensions4
Operational conditions1
Packaging data1
Logistics data1
Other features1
What This Solves
Optimizing Server Storage Density
Small businesses often face space constraints in their server rooms while data volumes continue to grow. This 2.5-inch enterprise HDD allows organizations to maximize storage capacity within existing server racks, reducing the physical footprint required for data infrastructure.
Growing mid-market companies, data center operators, infrastructure teams, co-location facilities
Ensuring Data Availability for Critical Applications
Many business applications, from ERP to CRM, require constant access to data to prevent operational disruptions. The Exos 7E2000's 24x7 operational design and high MTBF ensure that critical business data is continuously available, supporting uninterrupted workflows and employee productivity.
Insurance companies, law firms, healthcare systems, manufacturing facilities, financial services
Cost-Effective Data Archiving and Backup
Businesses need reliable and cost-effective solutions for long-term data archiving and regular backups to meet compliance and disaster recovery objectives. This high-capacity HDD provides a durable and efficient medium for storing large datasets, reducing the overall cost of data retention.
Any business with compliance requirements, IT operations teams, data retention specialists, SMBs managing their own backups
Key Features
2TB HDD capacity
Provides ample space for growing business data, accommodating large databases, documents, and media files without immediate expansion needs.
7200 RPM HDD speed
Ensures rapid data access and transfer rates, optimizing application responsiveness and reducing wait times for users.
128 MB Storage drive buffer size
Enhances data throughput and efficiency, optimizing performance for sequential reads and writes in demanding server environments.
1.4 million hours Mean time between failures (MTBF)
Delivers exceptional reliability and uptime, significantly reducing the risk of drive failure and associated data loss or operational disruption.
6 Gbit/s HDD interface transfer rate
Facilitates fast communication between the drive and the host system, ensuring quick data processing for high-demand applications.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions and insurance carriers require highly reliable storage for transactional data, compliance records, and customer information, ensuring continuous data access and integrity.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Hospitals and medical labs need dependable, high-capacity storage for patient records, imaging data, and research, supporting HIPAA compliance and continuous operational uptime.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Factories and industrial plants use these drives for storing operational data, sensor logs, and production databases, critical for process control and historical analysis.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and accounting practices rely on secure, high-capacity storage for client documents, case files, and financial records, ensuring data availability and regulatory adherence.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of server environments is the Seagate Exos 7E2000 best suited for?
This drive is specifically engineered for demanding enterprise environments, including traditional data centers, cloud infrastructure, and high-density server deployments requiring 24x7 operation and robust reliability.
Can this 2.5-inch drive be used in a server bay designed for 3.5-inch drives?
While this is a 2.5-inch drive, it can be installed in 3.5-inch server bays using a compatible drive adapter or mounting bracket, ensuring flexibility in server configurations.
What is the typical power consumption of the Exos 7E2000 during operation?
The drive typically consumes 5.22 W during active operation and 3.87 W at idle, contributing to energy efficiency in large-scale data center deployments.
Does this enterprise HDD require any special software or drivers for installation?
No, the Seagate Exos 7E2000 utilizes a standard Serial ATA interface and does not require proprietary software or drivers, ensuring broad compatibility with most server operating systems and hardware.
Warranty & Returns
Manufacturer Warranty
5 years limited
Warranty is provided directly by the manufacturer and covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
Return Policy
Returns subject to manufacturer approval
Hardware returns are governed by the manufacturer's return policy. Some products are non-returnable or subject to restocking fees. Defective items are handled under the manufacturer warranty. Contact Zent Networks before initiating any return.