Seagate SkyHawk AI ST8000VE001 8 TB Hard Drive - 3.5" Internal - SATA (SATA/600)

The Seagate SkyHawk AI ST8000VE001 8 TB Hard Drive is designed specifically to elevate your surveillance experience. With its robust capacity and advanced features tailored for Network Video Recorders (NVRs) and edge applications, this hard drive ensures that your critical data is stored securely and efficiently. Whether for personal use or professional applications, the SkyHawk AI is a reliable choice for anyone seeking optimized storage solutions.

• Surveillance Optimized: Built to meet the demands of modern surveillance systems, the SkyHawk AI supports up to 64 HD video streams and 32 AI streams simultaneously, making it the perfect solution for large-scale security implementations.
• ImagePerfect™ AI Firmware: Equipped with advanced firmware that guarantees zero dropped frames, the SkyHawk AI ensures high-quality video capture without interruptions, maintaining the integrity of your surveillance footage.
• Data Recovery Services: Enjoy peace of mind with three years of Rescue Data Recovery Services, featuring a 90% success rate for recovering data lost due to power outages, user error, or natural disasters.
• SkyHawk Health Management: This innovative feature uses preventative and recovery strategies to protect your surveillance storage, while RAID RapidRebuild™ technology ensures three times faster volume rebuilds, maximizing uptime.
• Enhanced Reliability and Performance: With an impressive Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 2 million hours and a workload rate of up to 550 TB/year, the SkyHawk AI outperforms standard surveillance drives for all your data processing needs.

Technical Details

• Capacity: 8 TB
• Form Factor: 3.5" Internal
• Interface: SATA (SATA/600)
• Cache: 256 MB
• Workload Rate: Up to 550 TB/year
• MTBF: 2 million hours
• Supported Video Streams: Up to 64 HD video streams and 32 AI streams
• Data Recovery Service: 3 years with a 90% success rate

How to Install

Installing the Seagate SkyHawk AI ST8000VE001 Hard Drive is straightforward. Follow these steps:

1. Power down your NVR or computer system and unplug it from the power source.
2. Open the casing of your device to access the hard drive bays.
3. Insert the SkyHawk AI drive into an available SATA port, ensuring it is securely connected.
4. Use screws to secure the drive in place if necessary.
5. Close the casing and reconnect the power source.
6. Power on your device and format the drive via your system's storage management settings.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the Seagate SkyHawk AI suitable for home surveillance systems?
   Absolutely! The SkyHawk AI is designed for both personal and professional surveillance systems, making it an excellent choice for home security.
2. How does the ImagePerfect™ AI firmware work?
   This firmware optimizes video recording by preventing dropped frames, ensuring a smooth and uninterrupted capture of surveillance footage.
3. What kind of data recovery services are included?
   The drive comes with three years of Rescue Data Recovery Services, which can help recover lost data due to various unforeseen circumstances.
4. Can this hard drive handle multiple video streams?
   Yes, the SkyHawk AI can support up to 64 HD video streams and 32 AI streams simultaneously, making it ideal for robust surveillance needs.
5. What is the workload rating of this hard drive?
   The SkyHawk AI has a workload rate of 550 TB/year, which is significantly higher than standard surveillance drives, ensuring reliability for intensive data applications.