ST28000NM003K specification sheet

Overview:

Seagate Exos M 28TB Hard Drive for Enterprise Storage
Seagate's Exos M 28TB hard drive delivers exceptional storage density, enterprise-class reliability, and energy-efficient performance. Designed for modern data centers, this 3.5-inch 7200rpm SATA drive combines breakthrough 3TB-per-platter technology with proven CMR recording, helium-sealed design, and robust 512MB cache to handle AI workloads, big data analytics, and hyperscale cloud applications.

Description:

The Exos M 28TB hard drive offers massive storage in a compact 3.5-inch form factor, providing up to 36TB of scalable capacity. Its advanced power efficiency reduces energy consumption and operating costs, while compatibility with existing infrastructure simplifies deployment. With enterprise-grade reliability, efficient cooling, and built-in Seagate Secure data protection, this drive is ideal for businesses seeking high-performance storage for AI, analytics, and data-intensive applications.

Features:

Breakthrough Storage Density
The Exos M is the first hard drive to deliver 3TB per platter, maximizing storage capacity without expanding physical footprint. This design enables data centers to store more while maintaining efficient rack space usage, making it a perfect solution for AI-driven and hyperscale environments.

High-Capacity Storage for Modern Workloads
With up to 28TB in a standard 3.5-inch drive, the Exos M provides scalable storage for enterprises. It allows businesses to optimize space utilization while supporting growing data requirements in cloud, big data, and AI applications.

Proven Technology with Next-Generation Innovation
Combining 90% of trusted components from previous Seagate generations with Mozaic 3+ technology, the Exos M ensures reliable performance while delivering cutting-edge efficiency and scalability for modern storage needs.

Energy-Efficient Operation
Designed for superior power efficiency, this drive uses three times less energy per terabyte compared to standard enterprise drives. This translates into lower operational costs, reduced energy consumption, and support for sustainability initiatives.

Enterprise-Grade Reliability
Built to meet the demands of hyperscale cloud providers, the Exos M provides continuous, always-on performance essential for critical applications, ensuring data integrity and consistent operation in demanding environments.

Easy Integration and Scalability
Maintaining the same form factor, interface, and cooling design as previous generations, the Exos M simplifies upgrades and deployment in existing infrastructures. Its efficient cooling design minimizes additional data center requirements while supporting future storage expansions.

Optimized for AI and Big Data
This drive is engineered to handle high-capacity workloads, including AI, big data analytics, and large-scale storage environments. It delivers the scalability necessary for growing enterprises and evolving data-intensive applications.

Enhanced Security
Integrated Seagate Secure technology ensures reliable protection for sensitive data. It helps organizations meet corporate and federal data security standards while safeguarding data at rest against unauthorized access.

Technical Highlights:

• 3.5-inch SATA drive with 7200rpm spindle speed
• 512MB cache for optimized performance
• CMR recording technology for reliable data handling
• Helium-sealed drive design for durability
• Maximum sustained transfer rate of 270MB/s
• Average latency of 4.16ms
• 512e sector size

Specifications:

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Specifications
Product Code	ST28000NM003K
Product Name	Exos M
CMR Capacity	28TB
Standard Model - Seagate Instant Secure Erase (ISE) - 512e	ST28000NM003K
FEATURES
Recording Technology	CMR
Helium Sealed-Drive Design	Yes
Super Parity	Yes
Low Halogen	Yes
PowerChoice Idle Power Technology	Yes
PowerBalance Power/Performance Technology	Yes
Hot-Plug Support	Yes
Cache, Multisegmented (MB)	512
Organic Solderability Preservative	Yes
RSA 3072 Firmware Verification (SD&D)	Yes
RELIABILITY and DATA INTEGRITY
Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF, hours)	2500000hr
Reliability Rating @ Full 24 x 7 Operation (AFR)	0.35%
Nonrecoverable Read Errors per Bits Read	1 sector per 10E15
Power-On Hours per Year (24 x 7)	8760
512e Sector Size (Bytes per Sector)	512e
PERFORMANCE
Spindle Speed (RPM)	7200RPM
Interface Access Speed (Gb/s)	6.0, 3.0
Max. Sustained Transfer Rate OD (MB/s,MiB/s)	270MB/s / 257MiB/s
Random Read/Write 4K QD16 WCD (IOPS)	170 / 350
Average Latency (ms)	4.16ms
Interface Ports	Single
Rotation Vibration @ 20-1500 Hz (rad/sec)	12.5
POWER CONSUMPTION
Idle A (W) Average	6.9W
Max Operating, Random Read 4K/16Q (W)	9.5W
Power Supply Requirements	+12V and +5V
ENVIRONMENTAL
Temperature, Operating (degreesC) - drive reported	10degreesC - 60degreesC
Vibration, Nonoperating: 2 to 500Hz (Grms)	2.27
Shock, Operating 2ms (Read/Write) (Gs)	30Gs
Shock, Nonoperating 2ms (Gs)	200
PHYSICAL
Height (mm/in)	26.1mm/1.028in
Width (mm/in, max) 3	101.85mm/4.010in
Depth (mm/in, max) 3	147.0mm/5.787in
Weight (gm/lb)	695g/1.532lb
Carton Unit Quantity	20
Cartons per Pallet/Cartons per Layer	40 / 8