The Seagate Exos ST12000NM004 is a 12TB enterprise-capacity 3.5-inch SATA hard drive supplied to our wholesale channel as brand new original stock. It is a recurring procurement item for storage resellers, system integrators, and data center builders assembling high-density rack storage, backup tiers, and object-storage nodes where cost per terabyte matters. Procurement teams should validate RAID controller, HBA, and backplane compatibility with 12TB-class enterprise drives prior to placing volume orders.
Key specifications (table)
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | Seagate ST12000NM004 |
| Capacity | 12 TB |
| Interface | SATA 6 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
| Spindle Speed | 7200 RPM |
| Cache | 256 MB |
| Workload Rate | Up to 550 TB/year (annualized, guidance for workload planning) |
| MTBF | 2.5 million hours (reliability rating, not a service-life guarantee) |
| Advanced Features | Seagate Secure™ with Instant Secure Erase (ISE); TCG Enterprise encryption support (may require host/controller support) |
| Energy Efficiency | Optimized for low power consumption in high-density storage racks |
| Condition | Brand new original |
Supply & Sourcing Overview
- Stock & batch consistency: Units are fulfilled from contiguous lot batches where possible, with firmware revision and batch/lot details available on request. Consistent firmware across a shipment simplifies fleet provisioning and reduces variance in large rack deployments.
- Compatibility: The SATA 6 Gb/s interface works with mainstream server platforms and JBOD enclosures. Integrators should confirm RAID/HBA and backplane firmware support for 12TB-class drives; ISE and TCG Enterprise encryption typically require corresponding host-side support.
- Positioning within the family: With a 7200 RPM spindle and 550 TB/year workload rating, this model sits in Seagate’s enterprise capacity tier—suited to bulk storage builds rather than performance-optimized or nearline archival variants.
- Warranty & RMA handling: Shipment is covered by a manufacturer or distributor-backed warranty depending on batch origin. Our channel provides structured RMA handling with traceable serials, so resellers can process end-user returns with minimal friction. Serial numbers can be pre-listed for validation before dispatch.
- Compliance & export: Goods are supplied with CE, FCC, and RoHS conformity documentation suitable for import clearance in most destination markets. Export documentation and packing declarations are prepared per shipment to support smooth customs processing.
Wholesale & Procurement Notes
- MOQ negotiable depending on current stock depth and destination market.
- Tiered volume pricing available—request a wholesale quote with your target quantity.
- Typical lead time: 3–7 business days for in-stock items; 2–4 weeks for scheduled volume allocations.
- Packing & shipping: anti-static OEM packaging, bulk cartons, or retail-boxed units; air freight, express courier, or consolidated sea freight on request.
- RMA window: 30 days from receipt for DOA claims, followed by standard warranty service per batch terms.
