ST4000VX007-2DT166
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| ST4000VX007-2DT166 | 4001 | 429 | 198 | 180 | 1.99 | 1.66 | 6.35 | 2.29 |
| ST4000VX007-2DT166 | 4001 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 6.93 | 2.96 |
The measurement of the ST4000VX007-2DT166 was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the ST4000VX007-2DT166 under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the ST4000VX007-2DT166 should be used.
The ST4000VX007-2DT166 is an internal hard drive from Seagate designed for use in various storage applications. Here is detailed information about the technical specifications, features and application range of this hard drive:
1. General Description:
The Seagate ST4000VX007 is a model of the Seagate Video 3.5 HDD series that is specifically designed for use in surveillance and recording systems. With a capacity of 4 TB, it offers plenty of storage space for recording and storing large amounts of data.
2. Technical details:
- Model name: Seagate ST4000VX007-2DT166
- Capacity: 4 TB
- Form factor: 3.5 inches (standard size for desktop hard drives)
- Interface: SATA III (6 Gb/s)
- Rotational speed: 5900 rpm
- Cache (buffer): 64 MB
- Average access time: About 5.6 ms (milliseconds)
- MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): Typically up to 1,000,000 hours
- Operating temperature: 0°C to 60°C
- Noise: Operating noise of about 24 dB(A) and idle about 22 dB(A)
3. Features:
- Optimized for video applications: The ST4000VX007 is specially designed for designed for continuous recording and playback of video streams, making them ideal for surveillance systems and digital video recorders (DVRs).
- Advanced Error Correction: Uses advanced error correction technologies to ensure data integrity, especially important during long and continuous data recordings.
- Reliability: Designed for 24/7 operation, making them ideal for use in surveillance systems and other applications that require continuous data recording.
- SilentSeekâ„¢ Technology: This technology minimizes operating noise and ensures quiet data transfers, which is especially important in environments where noise levels are a concern.
4. Application:
- Surveillance Systems: Ideal for storing video footage in surveillance and security camera systems where continuous recording and access to large amounts of data is required.
- Digital Video Recorders (DVRs): Great for use in DVRs used to record TV shows or security video recordings.
- Media Archives: Useful for storing large amounts of media content, including videos and photos.
- Backup and Archiving: Can be used as a large data backup drive to provide long-term storage of important data.
5. Design and Usability:
- Robust Design: The hard drive is robust and designed for continuous operation, which increases its reliability in critical applications.
- Energy Efficiency: Designed for low power consumption to minimize running costs and heat generation, especially in 24/7 operation environments.
- Compatibility: The hard drive is compatible with most systems that support a SATA III connection and can be used in various desktop computers and NAS devices.
6. Reliability and Durability:
- Duration: The ST4000VX007 is designed for high durability and reliability, especially for continuous operation in surveillance systems.
- Warranty: Typically, Seagate offers a 3-year limited warranty for this model, which includes support and replacement in case of hardware failure.
7. Additional information:
- Temperature and environmental conditions: The hard drive can operate in an operating temperature range of 0°C to 60°C and is protected against common environmental influences.
- Security features: The hard drive offers basic security and data integrity features, but no special hardware encryption features.
Summary:
The Seagate ST4000VX007-2DT166 is a powerful and reliable 4 TB hard drive optimized for continuous video recording and 24/7 operation. With its large storage capacity, robust design and special features for video applications, it is ideal for surveillance systems, DVRs and as a media archive. Its high reliability and energy efficiency make it an excellent choice for applications that need to continuously store large amounts of data.
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ST4000VX007-2DT166 and the compatible operating systems
Windows Server 2025, 2022, 2019, 2016, ... or 2008 and higher
Windows 12, 11, 10 or Windows 7 and higher
Linux (various distributions)
macOS (from version 10.6)
Please note that the exact functions and areas of application may vary depending on the firmware version and configuration of ST4000VX007-2DT166.
The ST4000VX007-2DT166 is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the ST4000VX007-2DT166 regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.