Name: 4XB7A69724 Lenovo Seagate 18TB 7.2K RPM SATA 3.5-Inch Hard Drive (4Kn, SED)
Brand: Lenovo
SKU: 4XB7A69724
Price: 710.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The Lenovo Seagate 18TB 7.2K RPM SATA 3.5-Inch Hard Drive combines large capacity with security and compatibility, fitting comfortably into many IT setups where dependable storage is essential. It's designed to handle substantial data volumes while incorporating security features that safeguard stored information, making it a suitable choice for enterprise environments and data centers alike.

General Information
Brand	Lenovo
Part Number	4XB7A69724
Alternate Part Number	4XB7A69724-11-CT

Technical Information
Capacity	18TB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	4Kn
Cache	256MB
Spindle Speed	7200 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
MTBF	2,500,000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SATA 6GB/s

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

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

Product Description
This Lenovo Seagate 18TB hard drive offers substantial storage space combined with dependable speed, making it well-suited for enterprise data centers or high-capacity storage arrays. It is commonly used in environments that require significant data retention, such as backup servers, archival systems, or large file repositories. Built to fit standard 3.5-inch bays, this drive supports the SATA interface which is widely compatible with many server and desktop platforms. The inclusion of 4Kn sector format improves efficiency in handling large data blocks, while the self-encrypting drive feature helps protect sensitive information without impacting performance. Key Features Massive 18TB capacity for extensive data storage demands Reliable 7,200 RPM spin rate balances speed and endurance Enhanced security with built-in self-encryption Supports advanced 4Kn sector size for optimized data management Standard SATA interface ensures broad compatibility These hard drives are often found in server racks and storage arrays where large volumes of data need to be stored securely and accessed efficiently. Their use in business-critical applications helps organizations manage growing data workloads without sacrificing reliability or data protection.

Use Cases
The Lenovo Seagate 18TB 7.2K RPM SATA 3.5-Inch Hard Drive is ideal for organizations requiring high-density storage in data centers or enterprise IT infrastructures. Its security features and large capacity make it suitable for environments where data protection and scalability are critical, including virtualization and archival workloads. How It's Used: Deployed in enterprise storage clusters to support virtualization platforms demanding extensive, reliable storage pools. Integrated into data center archival systems for long-term retention of large datasets with self-encryption for data security. Used in cloud service provider infrastructures to deliver scalable, secure storage for multi-tenant environments. Implemented in remote office/server room setups requiring high-capacity drives with robust security features to protect sensitive information. Employed in backup and disaster recovery solutions where high capacity and secure data handling are necessary for compliance-driven industries. This hard drive supports operational efficiency by balancing high-capacity storage with data security, enabling seamless scalability in evolving IT environments. Its compatibility with standard SATA interfaces and enterprise-grade performance contributes to stable, manageable storage infrastructure deployments.