Description

Seagate SkyHawk AI Surveillance Hard Drive (8TB – 16TB)

The Seagate SkyHawk AI Surveillance Hard Drive is purpose-built for advanced CCTV, AI video analytics and edge-based NVR applications. Designed for demanding 24/7 security environments, SkyHawk AI provides reliable high-capacity storage for systems that record continuously while also processing intelligent video analytics.

Available in 8TB, 10TB, 12TB and 16TB options, this drive range is ideal for larger surveillance systems, AI-enabled NVRs, commercial CCTV installations and high-retention recording requirements.

SkyHawk AI features Seagate’s ImagePerfect™ AI firmware, designed to support smooth video recording while handling heavier AI workloads. It supports up to 64 HD cameras and 32 AI streams, making it suitable for modern surveillance systems using human detection, vehicle detection, facial recognition, object analytics and other AI-driven features.

With a workload rating of up to 550TB per year, built-in rotational vibration sensors, SkyHawk Health Management support and SATA 6Gb/s connectivity, SkyHawk AI is a dependable storage solution for professional security systems where reliability and recording continuity are critical.

Key Features

• AI-optimised surveillance hard drive for advanced CCTV systems
• Available in 8TB, 10TB, 12TB and 16TB capacity options
• Designed for 24/7 always-on NVR recording
• Suitable for AI-enabled NVRs and edge video analytics
• Supports up to 64 HD cameras and 32 AI streams
• ImagePerfect™ AI firmware helps deliver smooth video recording
• Up to 550TB/year workload rating for demanding surveillance use
• Built-in rotational vibration sensors for multi-drive systems
• SkyHawk Health Management support on compatible NVR platforms
• SATA 6Gb/s 3.5″ internal hard drive
• Ideal for commercial, industrial and high-capacity CCTV installations
• 5-year limited manufacturer warranty on applicable SkyHawk AI models

Ideal For

• AI-enabled NVR systems
• Large CCTV surveillance installations
• Commercial and industrial security systems
• Video analytics and edge recording applications
• Multi-camera IP surveillance systems
• Long-term video retention
• Upgrading or replacing high-capacity NVR hard drives

Capacity Options

Choose the storage capacity that best suits your system size and recording requirements:

• 8TB – suitable for larger home, office or small commercial CCTV systems
• 10TB – ideal for multi-camera systems requiring longer recording retention
• 12TB – high-capacity option for AI-enabled NVRs and commercial installations
• 16TB – extended storage for large surveillance systems and longer retention periods

Specifications

• Brand: Seagate
• Range: SkyHawk AI
• Product Type: AI Surveillance Hard Drive
• Form Factor: 3.5″
• Interface: SATA 6Gb/s
• Recording Technology: CMR
• Application: AI-enabled NVR / CCTV surveillance storage
• Supported Cameras: Up to 64 HD cameras
• AI Streams: Up to 32 AI streams
• Workload Rate: Up to 550TB per year
• Drive Bays Supported: Unlimited, system dependent
• RV Sensors: Yes
• SkyHawk Health Management: Supported on compatible systems
• Rescue Data Recovery Services: Where applicable by region and SKU
• Warranty: 5-year limited manufacturer warranty on applicable SkyHawk AI models