The Seagate ST20000NM002H is a 20TB enterprise-class hard drive stocked in volume for resellers, system integrators and IT procurement teams building bulk storage, backup and object-storage infrastructures. All units are supplied as brand new original (sealed retail/OEM) stock with traceable serials, and we maintain batch consistency so that multi-pallet orders ship from a single production lot wherever possible — an important consideration for integrators standardizing firmware and qualification across a deployment.
Stock is held in our warehouse and replenished on standing schedules with the distributor channel; live inventory levels, current batch codes and expected replenishment dates can be confirmed with our sales desk before you commit to a PO. For projects with fixed rollout windows, we can reserve allocated stock against a signed purchase order and release shipments in tranches to match your deployment milestones.
Please note that the product title lists a SATA interface while the underlying specification sheet references SAS 12 Gb/s. These are not interchangeable on the same backplane, so we strongly advise confirming the exact interface variant with your account manager prior to ordering. Batch-level verification reports can be provided for qualified buyers.
Key specifications (table)
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 20 TB |
| Interface | SAS 12 Gb/s (title also references SATA — verify exact interface variant before purchase) |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
| Spindle Speed | 7200 RPM |
| Cache | 512 MB |
| MTBF | 2.5 million hours |
| Workload Rating | Up to 550 TB/year |
| Encryption | Seagate Secure™ Instant Secure Erase (ISE) and TCG Enterprise (requires host controller/support for full functionality) |
| Advanced Features | Helium-sealed design for lower power and vibration; PowerBalance™ for workload tuning |
Reseller & Integrator Guidance
- Chassis and backplane fit: 3.5-inch enterprise drives require adequate cooling and a controller matching the interface (SAS vs. SATA). Integrators should validate enclosure compatibility per SKU before fleet rollout.
- Product positioning: within Seagate’s enterprise capacity line, helium sealing and PowerBalance™ place this model above air-filled nearline drives, making it the recommended SKU for dense rack builds where power draw and vibration management are procurement criteria.
- Warranty & RMA: units carry full manufacturer warranty; our returns desk handles RMA intake, serial verification and advance-replacement arrangements for contracted accounts, minimizing downtime in service-level environments.
- Export compliance: shipments are accompanied by standard documentation (commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin on request); the product conforms to CE, FCC and RoHS requirements, supporting customs clearance in most destination markets.
Whether you are an e-tailer restocking shelf inventory, an SI quoting a data-center build, or a procurement team standardizing on a single SKU, our wholesale desk can configure supply terms around your project timeline. For current pricing on volume tiers, batch documentation and reserved stock options, please request a wholesale quote and our team will respond with a tailored proposal.
Wholesale & Procurement Notes
- MOQ is negotiable depending on SKU and destination; trial orders accepted for first-time buyers.
- Tiered volume pricing available — pricing improves at 10/50/100+ unit breakpoints; request a quote for your quantity.
- Typical lead time: 3–7 business days for in-stock batches; 2–4 weeks for reserved or bulk-allocated orders.
- Packing & shipping: anti-static and OEM bulk packing options; consolidated pallet, air freight and express courier shipping with tracking.
- RMA window: 30-day DOA/return window from receipt, followed by manufacturer warranty handling through our returns desk.
