Seagate IronWolf Pro - 28TB
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The Seagate IronWolf Pro 28TB hard drive is designed for professionals and businesses requiring high-capacity, 24/7 reliability in multi-bay NAS and enterprise RAID environments. It delivers exceptional performance through its 7200 RPM speed and large 512MB cache, making it ideal for heavy workloads; however, its specialized design and physical footprint are best suited for enterprise-grade hardware rather than casual home computing use.
All features
| Series | IronWolf Pro |
|---|---|
| Model Part Number | ST28000NT000 |
| Brand | Seagate |
Extended Product Information
FAQs
Is this drive compatible with standard home desktop PCs?
While it can function in a desktop PC, it is specifically optimized for NAS and enterprise environments and may be louder than standard consumer drives.
Does this drive include data recovery services?
Yes, it includes a complimentary three-year Rescue Data Recovery Service plan as part of the manufacturer's support.
What is the warranty period?
The IronWolf Pro 28TB comes with a 5-year limited warranty.
Can I mix this with other hard drive capacities in a RAID array?
While technically possible depending on your RAID controller, it is highly recommended to use drives of identical capacity to avoid losing space and efficiency.
What is the power consumption of this drive?
The drive consumes 8.3W during typical operation, 6.8W at idle, and 1.2W in standby mode.
What is the MTBF for this model?
The Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) is 2,500,000 hours.
Troubleshooting
Drive not detected by NAS system
Verify that the SATA power and data cables are securely seated and check if the NAS firmware requires an update to recognize high-capacity 28TB drives.
Unexpected slow transfer speeds
Ensure that the drive is not currently performing a background RAID rebuild or parity check, and verify that the SATA port is running in SATA III mode.
Increased vibration warnings
Check that the NAS drive caddy is properly locked and that all mounting screws are tightened to minimize mechanical resonance between drives.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Industry-leading 28TB capacity for massive data projects
- High-end performance with 7200 RPM rotational speed
- Exceptional endurance designed for 24/7 commercial use
- Includes 5-year warranty and 3-year Rescue Data Recovery Services
- Optimized for vibration protection in multi-bay NAS enclosures
Cons
- High power consumption compared to standard desktop drives
- Operating noise levels may be noticeable in quiet office environments
- Excess capacity may be overkill for single-user home storage needs
Setup, Compatibility & Care
- Installation: Ensure the 3.5-inch bay in your NAS or server chassis is properly ventilated, as the drive operates within a temperature range of 10 to 60 °C.
- Interface: Connect the drive using a standard SATA III (6 Gbit/s) cable to ensure maximum transfer potential.
- Formatting: Initialize the drive through your NAS management software or operating system disk utility. For RAID configurations, ensure your controller is compatible with the 28TB capacity.
- Maintenance: Periodically check the drive status through your NAS OS using IronWolf Health Management tools. Avoid physical shocks, as the non-operating shock rating is limited to 200 G.