Seagate ST4000VEZ16 Surveillance Hard Drive 4TB Sata

Product Description

The SEAGATE ST4000VEZ16 is a 4TB 3.5-inch SATA hard disk drive engineered for continuous-duty surveillance storage applications. Built under the SkyHawk product line, this drive is designed to handle the high write loads generated by multi-channel video recording systems. With a 256 MB cache buffer and a standard SATA interface, it fits directly into NVR and DVR enclosures that require reliable, always-on storage. Installation is handled by IT integrators, security system technicians, and surveillance-focused AV professionals who need dependable drive performance in recording appliances.

This drive is suited for residential and commercial surveillance deployments where continuous 24/7 write cycles are the norm. It is sized at 3.5 inches, making it compatible with standard drive bays found in network video recorders and digital video recorders. The 4TB capacity supports extended recording retention depending on camera count, resolution, and compression settings. It is a single-unit drive intended for direct bay installation or integration into a larger storage array within a surveillance enclosure.

Key Features

• 4TB storage capacity for extended surveillance footage retention
• 3.5-inch form factor fits standard NVR and DVR drive bays
• SATA interface for broad compatibility with recording appliances
• 256 MB cache buffer supports sustained write performance during continuous recording
• Optimized for high write-load, always-on surveillance workloads

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-install drive for 3.5-inch SATA bay NVR and DVR surveillance recording systems.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified technician familiar with storage hardware and surveillance system configuration. Power down and disconnect the recording appliance before handling or seating the drive. Use proper anti-static precautions when handling the bare drive. After installation, configure the drive through the NVR or DVR firmware before initiating recording.