Seagate SkyHawk AI Surveillance Hard Drive 16TB 3.5" SATA3 (ST16000VE002) SeagateST16000VE002

SkyHawk AI, a drive optimized for video applications, is specifically crafted for NVRs incorporating artificial intelligence for edge applications.

The ImagePerfect AI firmware ensures a seamless video experience with zero dropped frames, even under heavier workloads. Its versatile capabilities intelligently adapt to the scale of AI environments, accommodating up to 64 HD video streams and 32 AI streams.

For added peace of mind, SkyHawk AI comes with Rescue Data Recovery Services, providing assurance in the face of mechanical, accidental, or natural disasters. With an impressive 95% success rate in in-house recovery, Seagate offers a 3-year included Rescue Services plan.

SkyHawk Health Management actively safeguards video storage through a focus on prevention, intervention, and recovery options. The included RAID RapidRebuild feature provides 3x faster volume rebuilds.

Renowned for class-leading reliability and dependability, SkyHawk AI drives boast a 2 million hours Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) rating and a 550 TB/year workload rate, exceeding that of standard surveillance hard drives by more than 3 times. The drive is backed by a 5-year limited warranty.

Equipped with powerful processing capabilities, SkyHawk AI welcomes workload challenges by supporting simultaneous video analysis and recording alongside GPU analytics workloads.

Consistent performance is ensured with built-in rotational vibration sensors, providing reliable storage for NVRs with minimal lag or downtime. Multi-bay support accommodates growing storage demands, offering compatibility with up to 16+ bays.