Seagate BarraCuda 3.5-Inch HDD, 2–24 TB
Seagate BarraCuda 3.5-Inch HDD, 2–24 TB
Seagate BarraCuda – Internal Hard Drive for Computers and Storage, 2–24 TB
Seagate BarraCuda is a proven range of internal 3.5-inch hard drives for desktop computers, workstations and home storage. The range provides high capacity at a competitive price and is suitable as either a main storage drive or for backups, archives and large media libraries.
We offer BarraCuda capacities from 2 TB to 24 TB. Every model uses a SATA 6 Gb/s connection. The larger capacities use CMR, Conventional Magnetic Recording, for predictable performance and good compatibility with storage systems.
Benefits
- Broad capacity range from 2 TB to 24 TB
- CMR technology in the larger 16–24 TB models for stable performance
- SATA 6 Gb/s interface with broad compatibility
- Cost-effective storage option for desktop computers
Choose the right capacity
| Capacity | Rotational speed | Cache | Recommended for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 TB | 7,200 rpm | 256 MB | Everyday computers and smaller storage requirements |
| 4 TB | 5,400-rpm class | 256 MB | A good balance between price and capacity |
| 6 TB | 5,400-rpm class | 256 MB | Larger file archives and backups |
| 8 TB | 5,400-rpm class | 256 MB | Large quantities of media files and documents |
| 16 TB | 7,200 rpm | 512 MB | High-capacity storage with CMR technology |
| 20 TB | 7,200 rpm | 512 MB | Advanced storage with CMR technology |
| 24 TB | 7,200 rpm | 512 MB | Maximum capacity with CMR technology |
Technical specifications
| Product type | Internal 3.5-inch hard drive |
| Brand | Seagate BarraCuda |
| Compatibility | Desktop computers and workstations with a 3.5-inch SATA drive bay |
| Connection | SATA 6 Gb/s |
| Capacity and performance | 2–24 TB; see the table above. The 16–24 TB models provide transfer rates up to 190 MB/s and a workload rating of 120 TB per year |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 101.85 × 147 × 26.11 mm |
| Weight | Approximately 0.4–0.7 kg depending on capacity |
| Warranty | 2-year statutory warranty in Sweden |
Complete with
- SATA data cable and power connection for installation
- External hard-drive enclosure when the drive will be used outside a computer
- Additional BarraCuda drive for a mirrored backup
Backup advice from PC & HiFi Örebro
A storage device should not be the only place where important files are kept. We recommend the 3-2-1 principle: maintain at least three copies of your most important files on two different types of media, with at least one copy stored at another physical location or in a cloud service.
Why choose Seagate BarraCuda
- Broad range of capacities covering most storage requirements
- Cost-effective option for storage in a desktop computer
- CMR technology in the larger capacities for more consistent performance
PC & HiFi Örebro recommends
BarraCuda is suitable when dependable, affordable storage is required for an ordinary desktop computer, whether for games, documents or media files. For continuous operation in a multi-bay NAS, we recommend WD Red Plus or Seagate IronWolf Pro, which are designed specifically for that type of workload.