The Seagate ST4000LM024 is a 4TB 2.5-inch SATA HDD widely specified by system integrators and OEM builders for compact storage deployments — portable NAS enclosures, external disk arrays, mobile workstations, kiosk and embedded platforms — where a 3.5-inch drive cannot be accommodated. With a 5400 RPM spindle and low power draw, it is optimized for sequential, capacity-oriented workloads and battery-sensitive designs rather than high-IOPS applications. Note the 15mm form factor height: procurement teams should confirm drive-bay clearance in target chassis before placing volume orders. Stock is held in batched inventory with date-code consistency options for integration projects requiring uniform firmware and manufacturing lots.
Key specifications (table)
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | ST4000LM024 |
| Brand | Seagate |
| Capacity | 4TB (4000GB) |
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch, 15mm height (thicker than standard 7mm/9.5mm laptop bays — verify bay clearance) |
| Interface | SATA 6 Gb/s (backwards compatible with SATA 3 Gb/s and 1.5 Gb/s ports at reduced link speed) |
| Spindle Speed | 5400 RPM (capacity-oriented, not performance-oriented) |
| Cache | 128MB |
| Data Transfer Rate | Up to 140 MB/s (sequential, workload dependent) |
| Shock Resistance | Up to 1000G (non-operating) |
| Power Consumption | Low power for extended battery life (actual draw is platform dependent) |
Good to know
- Interface compatibility: The SATA 6 Gb/s interface integrates with the broad base of NAS adapters, controller cards and motherboards deployed in the field; however, the 15mm height excludes slim laptop bays, so this SKU is best specified for portable NAS units, external enclosures and industrial bays that accept thick-profile 2.5-inch drives.
- Family positioning for VARs: This is a general-purpose mobile-class drive (related to Seagate’s Barracuda/portable lines), not a substitute for IronWolf (NAS), SkyHawk (surveillance) or Exos (enterprise) SKUs, which carry workload-specific firmware and duty-cycle ratings. It functions in those roles but without the corresponding workload certifications — resellers should position it accordingly to end customers.
- Deployment guidance for integrators: Where the design priority is sequential capacity per watt in a compact footprint, this 5400 RPM unit is a strong fit; for sustained random I/O demands, spec an SSD tier alongside rather than relying on HDD-class devices to cover that gap.
- Supply & compliance: Offerings ship with CE, FCC and RoHS conformity documentation suitable for export; batch date codes can be aligned for large integration orders, and our standard manufacturer warranty plus RMA handling covers DOA and in-warranty failures.
Wholesale & Procurement Notes
- MOQ: Negotiable depending on configuration and stock position.
- Pricing: Tiered volume pricing available — request a wholesale quote for your quantity band.
- Lead time: Typically 3–7 business days for in-stock batches; larger aligned-lot orders quoted individually.
- Packing & shipping: Anti-static OEM bulk packs, retail box, or custom-labelled cartons; DHL/FedEx air freight or consolidated sea freight on request.
- RMA window: 30-day DOA replacement plus manufacturer warranty support through our RMA channel.
