Lenovo 8 TB 3.5" Internal SATA Hard Drive (SATA/600) — 7200 RPM

Experience expansive, reliable storage with Lenovo’s 8 TB 3.5-inch internal hard drive. Engineered for desktops, workstations, and NAS environments that demand high-capacity storage, this drive pairs a generous 8 TB capacity with a fast 7200 RPM spindle and a SATA/600 interface for solid data throughput. Whether you’re building a media library, archiving important files, or provisioning a robust backup solution, this Lenovo hard drive delivers dependable performance and long-term storage retention. The drive’s non-volatile storage media ensures data remains intact when power is removed, giving you peace of mind for critical files and large multimedia libraries alike.

• Massive storage capacity: With 8 TB of usable space, you can store millions of photos, hundreds of hours of 4K video, and extensive backups without juggling partitions or external devices. This makes it ideal for media professionals, developers, and households that accumulate large data libraries over time.
• Fast 7200 RPM performance: The 7200 RPM spindle speed translates into smoother file transfers, quicker backups, and more responsive data access compared to slower drives. This helps accelerate workflows that involve large media files, database snapshots, and desktop applications that rely on fast read/write speeds.
• Standard 3.5" internal form factor: Designed to fit in most desktop PC towers, workstation bays, and NAS enclosures with standard 3.5" drive trays. It’s compatible with a wide range of systems and storage enclosures, making upgrades straightforward and cost-efficient.
• SATA/600 interface for reliable connectivity: The SATA (SATA/600) interface delivers up to 6 Gbps of data transfer capability, ensuring solid performance and broad compatibility with modern motherboards, storage controllers, and NAS devices.
• Reliability and data integrity: Built with non-volatile storage media and Lenovo engineering, this drive is designed for long-term storage and consistent performance under load. It’s a dependable choice for backups, archives, and continuous-use storage environments.

Technical Details of Lenovo 8 TB Hard Drive

• Capacity: 8 TB
• Form factor: 3.5 inches
• Interface: SATA 6 Gbps (SATA/600)
• Spindle speed: 7200 RPM
• Media type: Non-volatile storage media (data retained when power is removed)
• Typical applications: Desktop PCs, workstations, and NAS environments requiring large-scale storage

How to install Lenovo 8 TB Hard Drive

• Power down your computer or NAS and unplug the power cord. Ground yourself to avoid static discharge.
• Open the chassis and locate an available 3.5" drive bay. Remove the drive tray if needed and prepare the Lenovo drive for installation.
• Gently mount the drive into the bay using screws or the system’s tool-less tray mechanism. Ensure the drive is securely seated and aligned with the connectors.
• Connect the SATA data cable to an available SATA port on the motherboard or storage controller, and attach the power connector from the power supply to the drive.
• Power on the system, enter the BIOS or UEFI setup to verify that the drive is detected. In your operating system, use disk management tools to initialize, partition, and format the new drive before use.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What capacity does this Lenovo hard drive offer? A: It offers 8 TB of storage capacity for expansive media libraries, backups, and data archives.
• Q: What type of systems is it compatible with? A: It is designed for 3.5" desktop PCs, workstations, and NAS devices that support SATA drives with standard drive trays.
• Q: What interface does it use? A: It uses a SATA 6 Gbps (SATA/600) interface for reliable, modern data transfer performance.
• Q: What is the rotational speed? A: The drive spins at 7200 RPM, delivering faster sequential reads and writes compared to lower RPM drives.
• Q: Is this drive suitable for backups and archives? A: Yes. Its large capacity, combined with non-volatile storage media and robust engineering, makes it ideal for backups, long-term data retention, and archival storage.