Seagate · Surveillance
ST3000VX005
Surveillance HDD 3TB
SATA 6 Gb/s · 3.5-inch
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Manufacturer specifications
| Model number | ST3000VX005 |
|---|---|
| Nominal capacity | 3 TB · 3000 GB |
| Interface | SATA 6 Gb/s |
| Cache (MB) | 64 |
| Form factor | 3.5-inch |
| Package variant | +Rescue model (confirm service eligibility) |
| Load/unload cycles | 300000 |
| Drive bays supported | 1–8 |
| Average idle power (W) | 4 |
| Power-on hours per year | 8760 |
| Cameras supported (up to) | 64 |
| Average operating power (W) | 5.6 |
| Rotational vibration sensors | No |
| Manufacturer limited warranty | 3 years (eligible new drives) |
| Sustained transfer (up to MB/s) | 180 |
Source: Seagate Surveillance HDD manufacturer specifications, pages 2. Reviewed 2026-09-07. Published specifications, not our benchmark results.
What the specifications mean
- Up to 180 MB/s sustained transfer, as specified by the manufacturer. This is not a measured game-loading or random-I/O result.
- Rated for up to 64 cameras under the manufacturer's conditions. Camera bitrate and recording schedule determine how long 3TB of footage lasts.
- Rotational vibration sensors: No. Check the documented drive-bay limit for multi-drive enclosures.
- +Rescue model (confirm service eligibility). Confirm coverage for the specific serial number, seller and purchase date; an older package designation does not establish active coverage.
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What connection does ST3000VX005 need?
ST3000VX005 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 ST3000VX005 provide?
Its nominal capacity is 3000 GB, approximately 2794 GiB before formatting. The filesystem, reserved space and any RAID redundancy reduce usable capacity further.
What warranty is listed for ST3000VX005?
Manufacturer specification: 3 years (eligible new drives). A renewed, used, OEM or imported offer can have different coverage. Check the serial number and seller terms before buying.