Seagate · Surveillance
ST18000VE002
SkyHawk AI 18TB
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 ST18000VE002 is a 18TB SkyHawk AI hard drive for DVR and NVR surveillance recording, using SATA 6 Gb/s in a 3.5-inch form factor.
Manufacturer specifications
| Model number | ST18000VE002 |
|---|---|
| Nominal capacity | 18 TB · 18000 GB |
| Interface | SATA 6 Gb/s |
| Recording | CMR |
| Cache (MB) | 256 |
| Form factor | 3.5-inch |
| Load/unload cycles | 600000 |
| Power-on hours per year | 8760 |
| Workload rating (TB/year) | 550 |
| Rotational vibration sensors | Yes |
| Manufacturer limited warranty | 5 years (eligible new drives) |
Source: Seagate SkyHawk AI 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.
- 550 TB/year workload rating. This is a workload limit, not a promise of drive lifespan or a backup guarantee.
- Rotational vibration sensors: Yes. Check the documented drive-bay limit for multi-drive enclosures.
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ST18000VE002 questions answered
Is ST18000VE002 CMR or SMR?
The manufacturer lists CMR recording for ST18000VE002. Other models and capacities in the same family can differ.
What connection does ST18000VE002 need?
ST18000VE002 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 ST18000VE002 provide?
Its nominal capacity is 18000 GB, approximately 16763.8 GiB before formatting. The filesystem, reserved space and any RAID redundancy reduce usable capacity further.
What warranty is listed for ST18000VE002?
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.