Seagate ST1000VX013 SkyHawk – Surveillance HDD 1 TB, SATA 6 Gb/s, 256 MB Cache

The Seagate SkyHawk ST1000VX013 is a 3.5" surveillance hard drive purpose-built for CCTV, DVR and NVR security systems. With 1 TB capacity, a SATA 6 Gb/s interface, 256 MB cache and CMR recording technology, it delivers reliable, uninterrupted 24/7 video recording with no dropped frames and low power consumption.

Key features

• Capacity: 1 TB
• Form factor: 3.5" (internal hard drive)
• Interface: SATA 6 Gb/s (SATA III)
• Cache: 256 MB
• Recording technology: CMR (Conventional Magnetic Recording)
• Max sustained transfer rate: 180 MB/s
• Supported systems: up to 8 drive bays; up to 64 simultaneous HD cameras
• Workload rating: 180 TB/year (3× that of a desktop drive)
• MTBF: 1,000,000 hours
• Average latency: 6.0 ms
• Average operating power: 3.7 W; idle 2.5 W
• Rotational Vibration (RV) sensors: Yes – stable performance in multi-drive enclosures
• ImagePerfect™ firmware: minimises dropped frames under simultaneous read/write loads
• SkyHawk Health Management: Yes – active drive health monitoring
• RAID RapidRebuild: Yes – up to 3× faster RAID volume recovery
• Component durability: tarnish-resistant components for improved field reliability
• Warranty: 3-year limited warranty
• Compatibility: validated for Hikvision and Dahua DVR/NVR platforms

An ideal choice for B2B security integrators and distributors seeking cost-effective, dependable storage for professional surveillance deployments.