Description
The Seagate Barracuda 2 TB Internal Hard Drive offers a generous storage capacity with reliable performance for desktops, all-in-ones, home servers, and entry-level DAS systems. It features a high-speed SATA III interface, large cache, and proven reliability metrics, making it a solid choice for both casual and demanding use cases.
Key Features:
- High Storage Capacity: 2 TB of space for games, media, and large files.
- Fast SATA III Interface: Offers 6 Gb/s data transfer for quick access.
- Generous Cache: Cache size ranges from 64 MB to 256 MB depending on variant (e.g., ST2000DM008).
- Reliable Performance: Sustained data transfer up to ~220 MB/s; workload rated for 55 TB/year.
- Durable Design: Rated for up to 600,000 load/unload cycles and 2,400 power-on hours per year.
- Energy Efficient: Typical power consumption around 5–8 W during operation.
| Seagate Barracuda 2 TB – Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Model | Seagate BarraCuda – e.g., ST2000DM008 |
| Capacity | 2 TB |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
| Interface | SATA III (6 Gb/s) |
| Cache | 64 MB – 256 MB (varies by model) |
| Max Sustained Transfer Rate | Up to ~220 MB/s |
| RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Load/Unload Cycles | 300,000 – 600,000 |
| Workload Rate Limit | 55 TB/year |
| Power Consumption | Approx. 5.1–8 W (active); ~0.3–0.75 W (idle/sleep) |
| Weight | Approx. 0.6–0.63 kg |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to 60 °C |
