Seagate has announced the global launch of its high-capacity hard drives, featuring a remarkable 32TB storage capacity across its Exos, SkyHawk AI, and IronWolf Pro series. The SkyHawk AI model is priced at $699.99, while the Exos version is set at $729.99, and the IronWolf Pro comes in at $849.99. These drives utilize a cutting-edge design that incorporates ten platters, enhancing storage efficiency and performance.
The SkyHawk AI 32TB drive is optimized for AI-powered network video recording systems, supporting up to 10,000 hours of recording and analytics under high workloads, outperforming standard video storage solutions by three times. It includes the SkyHawk Health Management monitoring utility and comes with a five-year limited warranty along with three years of data recovery services.
On the other hand, the IronWolf Pro is designed for enterprise-level NAS performance, featuring CMR recording technology and AgileArray firmware for 24/7 operation. It targets content creators, small to medium businesses, and local AI workloads, boasting a workload rating of 550TB per year, along with its own IronWolf Health Management monitoring tool, a five-year warranty, and three years of data recovery services.
The Exos series, known for its cloud and enterprise data center applications, claims industry-leading capacity and energy efficiency. It achieves a data density of 3TB per platter, making it well-suited for AI workloads and large data applications. Built primarily from proven components, the Exos drive promises reliability and longevity, backed by a five-year limited warranty.
This strategic launch positions Seagate as a key player in the high-capacity storage market, offering competitive options that may challenge existing competitors and attract businesses looking for robust data storage solutions.
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