4TB Seagate SkyHawk Surveillance HDD – 3.5″ SATA, 180 TB/yr, 3-Year Rescue

Seagate SkyHawk 4TB Surveillance HDD — Smarter Storage for 24×7 Protection

The Seagate SkyHawk 4TB drive is purpose-built for continuous security recording. Designed to handle up to 64 HD camera feeds without dropping a frame, it delivers the reliability and endurance every surveillance system needs. With built-in health management and data recovery services, SkyHawk keeps your footage safe — so you can focus on protecting people and property instead of worrying about storage failures.

Why Buyers Choose This Model

Security pros and system integrators choose SkyHawk because it’s optimized specifically for NVR and DVR workloads — not just “another hard drive.” With low heat, silent operation, and predictive failure protection, it’s the drive that works quietly in the background while your cameras stay focused on the details.

• ImagePerfect™ firmware — records smooth, uninterrupted video from up to 64 HD cameras, ensuring no dropped frames even during heavy motion scenes.
• SkyHawk™ Health Management — continuously monitors the drive’s health, predicting issues before they happen and protecting your video archive.
• 3-Year Rescue Data Recovery Service — included coverage from Seagate’s in-house experts helps recover your data in case of accidental loss.
• RV Sensors — built-in rotational vibration sensors maintain stable performance in multi-drive NVR systems.
• Optimized 180 TB/year workload rate — designed for always-on recording so you can store months of footage worry-free.
• Low Power Design (3.7 W avg) — generates less heat and noise, extending system life and reducing energy costs.
• CMR Recording Technology (ST4000VX016) — ensures consistent performance and frame integrity for demanding surveillance workloads.
• Built Tough — IP-rated components resist tarnish and corrosion, improving field reliability in dusty or humid environments.

What This Helps You Avoid

Ever lost crucial footage because your storage couldn’t keep up, or because a cheap drive failed mid-recording? That’s the risk of using desktop drives in surveillance systems. With SkyHawk, you avoid dropped frames, system downtime, and unexpected data loss. It runs cooler, lasts longer, and captures every frame — giving you confidence that when incidents happen, your evidence is there, crystal clear and intact.