Seagate · Enterprise
ST16000NM002H
Exos X24 16TB
SATA 6 Gb/s · 3.5-inch · CMR
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Compare alternatives ↓As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.The Seagate ST16000NM002H is a 16TB Exos X24 hard drive for server and enterprise storage, using SATA 6 Gb/s in a 3.5-inch form factor.
Manufacturer specifications
| Model number | ST16000NM002H |
|---|---|
| Nominal capacity | 16 TB · 16000 GB |
| RPM | 7200 |
| Interface | SATA 6 Gb/s |
| Recording | CMR |
| Cache (MB) | 512 |
| Form factor | 3.5-inch |
| Recording evidence | Manufacturer recording specification ↗ |
| Recording verified | 2026-10-02 |
| Average idle power (W) | 6.3 |
| Power-on hours per year | 8760 |
| Manufacturer limited warranty | 5 years (eligible new drives) |
| Sustained transfer (up to MB/s) | 285 |
Source: Seagate Exos X24 manufacturer specifications, pages 2. Reviewed 2026-09-07. Published specifications, not our benchmark results.
What the specifications mean
- CMR recording is specified for this exact model. Check enclosure support and workload limits before installing it in an array.
- Up to 285 MB/s sustained transfer, as specified by the manufacturer. This is not a measured game-loading or random-I/O result.
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Is ST16000NM002H CMR or SMR?
The manufacturer lists CMR recording for ST16000NM002H. Other models and capacities in the same family can differ.
What connection does ST16000NM002H need?
ST16000NM002H uses SATA 6 Gb/s and a 3.5-inch form factor. Match both with the computer, controller or enclosure. An M.2 slot, 2.5-inch bay and 3.5-inch bay are not interchangeable.
How much usable space does ST16000NM002H provide?
Its nominal capacity is 16000 GB, approximately 14901.2 GiB before formatting. The filesystem, reserved space and any RAID redundancy reduce usable capacity further.
What warranty is listed for ST16000NM002H?
Manufacturer specification: 5 years (eligible new drives). A renewed, used, OEM or imported offer can have different coverage. Check the serial number and seller terms before buying.