Name: 0S04012 HGST Deskstar 8TB 7200RPM SATA 6Gb/s 128MB Cache 3.5-Inch NAS Hard Drive
Brand: HGST
SKU: 0S04012
Price: 710.10 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (124 reviews)

Product Overview
The HGST Deskstar NAS 8TB hard drive delivers high-capacity storage tailored for NAS systems. It fits well in environments where reliable, continuous data access is essential, such as small business servers or home media centers. This drive combines speed and durability to support everyday data workloads without interruption.

General Information
Brand	HGST
Part Number	0S04012

Technical Information
Capacity	8TB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	HDD
Cache	128MB
Spindle Speed	7200 RPM
Hybrid Drive	No
MTBF	1,200,000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SATA 6GB/s

Physical Characteristics
Height	26.1 mm
Width	101.6 mm
Depth	147 mm
Dimensions	26.1 mm x 101.6 mm x 147 mm
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV

Product Description
The HGST Deskstar NAS 8TB hard drive is designed for network-attached storage systems, offering reliable and high-capacity storage. Often found in home and small business NAS setups, it supports continuous operation with a focus on data integrity. Built for users who require dependable, high-volume storage — such as content creators, IT administrators, and small enterprise environments — this drive balances performance and durability. Key Features High capacity suitable for large backups and media libraries Consistent 7200RPM speed for smooth data streaming and access Fast SATA 6Gb/s interface reducing bottlenecks in data transfer Large 128MB cache allows efficient handling of frequent data requests Designed to run 24/7 in NAS environments, enhancing reliability Typically, this hard drive is deployed in NAS enclosures for centralized storage, backup, and file sharing. Its performance helps maintain steady access times and system responsiveness, which are critical in multi-user or always-on storage setups. Users benefit from its balance of capacity and speed without compromising the continuous operation demands of networked storage solutions.

Use Cases
The HGST Deskstar NAS 8TB hard drive is designed for network-attached storage systems requiring high capacity and reliable performance. It is well suited for IT environments where consistent uptime and fast access to large datasets are critical, such as small business servers and home office NAS setups. How It's Used: Deployed in SMB NAS devices to support centralized file sharing and backup solutions. Integrated into home media servers to manage extensive digital libraries with high throughput demands. Used in remote or branch office storage arrays to maintain efficient data availability and redundancy. Incorporated within virtualization clusters to provide persistent storage for multiple virtual machines. Employed in small-scale storage clusters to facilitate scalable data growth and workload distribution. This drive enhances operational efficiency by offering a balance of speed and durability, enabling scalable storage expansion while maintaining data integrity. It's optimized for continuous operation, ensuring reliable performance in diverse NAS environments.