The Seagate SkyHawk ST8000VX010 is an 8TB surveillance-grade SATA drive intended for continuous sequential write workloads in NVR and DVR deployments. For our wholesale channel, this SKU is sourced as brand-new original stock and is positioned for security distributors, CCTV resellers, and system integrators assembling multi-camera recorder builds where sustained streaming throughput matters more than desktop-style random access. Procurement teams should confirm the drive appears on their recorder vendor’s compatibility list, and note that sustained throughput and power draw may differ by host platform and SATA link configuration before committing to volume orders.
Key specifications (table)
| Parameter | Specification |
| Capacity | 8 TB |
| Brand / Family | Seagate (SkyHawk surveillance family) |
| Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
| Spindle Speed | 5400 RPM (supports low power and thermal output) |
| Cache | 256 MB |
| Workload Rating | Up to 180 TB/year (guidance only; exceeds typical desktop drive workloads) |
| Camera Support | Up to 64 high-definition video streams |
| Firmware | ImagePerfect™ (designed for zero dropped frames) |
| MTBF | 1 million hours |
| Condition | Brand new original |
Good to know
- Drop-in fit for surveillance NVR/DVR chassis — however, buyers should verify that target recorders accept 8TB SATA drives, since some legacy NVR platforms cap per-bay capacity or require minimum firmware levels.
- Compared with Seagate desktop (Barracuda) lines, this SkyHawk SKU combines a 5400 RPM spindle with ImagePerfect™ firmware, prioritizing sustained multi-stream video writes over random I/O — a meaningful spec point when quoting surveillance projects to your customers.
- For fleet deployments, we recommend ordering from a single batch and matching firmware revisions to simplify ongoing management. All units ship with original factory packaging and labeling, and serial numbers can be provided for verification prior to shipment.
- Stock is held in batch quantities suitable for recurring procurement; mixed-order consolidation with other SKUs from our catalog is available to reduce per-unit freight cost.
- Units are CE, FCC, and RoHS compliant for export; commercial invoices, packing lists, and export documentation can be issued to support your customs clearance and resale paperwork.
Wholesale & Procurement Notes
- MOQ negotiable depending on current allocation and order mix.
- Tiered volume pricing available — request a quote for your target quantity.
- Typical lead time: in-stock items dispatch within 2–5 business days after payment confirmation.
- Packing options: original factory cartons, neutral outer boxes, or consolidated palletized freight per buyer requirement.
- RMA window: DOA/defect claims accepted within 30 days of receipt; standard warranty terms apply per manufacturer policy.
For batch consistency checks, current stock levels, freight options, or volume pricing, please request a wholesale quote and our procurement desk will respond with a tailored quotation.
