The Seagate ST8000VE001 is a brand-new original 8TB 3.5-inch enterprise SATA hard drive from the SkyHawk surveillance line, running at 7200 RPM with a 256 MB cache. For resellers, system integrators, and IT procurement teams, this SKU is a reliable staple for NVR/DVR builds, video analytics nodes, and write-intensive archival deployments. Our wholesale channel supplies these units in consistent, verifiable batches, making them well suited for volume rollouts where uniform date codes and firmware revisions simplify validation and spares planning. When integrating into chassis builds, buyers are advised to confirm enclosure airflow and backplane SATA compatibility prior to deployment.
Key specifications (table)
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | ST8000VE001 |
| Brand | Seagate |
| Capacity | 8 TB |
| Interface | SATA 6Gb/s (backward compatible with lower-speed SATA ports, at reduced link speed) |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
| Spindle Speed | 7200 RPM |
| Cache | 256 MB |
| Workload Rate | Up to 550 TB/year (rated; guidance only, actual duty cycle depends on application) |
| MTBF | 2.5 million hours (rated metric, not a guarantee of service life) |
| Power Management | Advanced PowerBalance™ technology |
| Security | Optional hardware encryption support (requires host/controller support) |
| Condition | Brand new original |
Stock, Batches & Compliance
- Availability: Regular stock positions are maintained for this model; volume quantities can typically be allocated from current inventory or scheduled against incoming stock with a confirmed lead time.
- Batch consistency: For multi-unit orders, we can source matching date codes across the shipment upon request, supporting uniform firmware levels and simplified long-term RMA tracking for integrators and resellers.
- Warranty & RMA: All units ship as brand new original with full manufacturer warranty support handled through our RMA channel; defective units are processed under a defined return window with replacement or credit.
- Export compliance: Shipments are supplied with CE, FCC, and RoHS declarations where applicable, suitable for onward distribution in most export markets.
- Family positioning: The 7200 RPM spindle class and 550 TB/year workload rating place this drive above desktop-grade units in duty-cycle tolerance, which is why it is a standard procurement choice for surveillance and write-heavy video workloads rather than general office PCs.
Whether you are stocking shelves as a reseller or specifying storage for multi-node surveillance deployments, our team can confirm current stock, batch options, and landed cost for your region. For volume commitments, request a wholesale quote and our sales desk will respond with tiered pricing and availability.
Wholesale & Procurement Notes
- MOQ: Minimum order quantity is negotiable depending on configuration and destination market.
- Pricing: Tiered volume pricing available — request a quote for your target quantity.
- Lead time: Typical dispatch within 3–7 business days for stocked items; larger allocations confirmed at order.
- Packing & shipping: Factory-sealed anti-static packaging; bulk carton, palletized, or consolidated freight options via air or sea.
- RMA window: Standard 30-day DOA/dead-on-arrival reporting window, followed by manufacturer warranty terms.
