Toshiba Unveils Next-Generation S300 Pro Surveillance HDDs for Large-Scale Video Surveillance Systems
In a move to address the evolving needs of the surveillance storage market, Toshiba Electronic Components Taiwan Corporation (Toshiba) has introduced the next-generation S300 Pro Surveillance Hard Disk Drives (HDDs). These upgraded HDDs boast enhanced performance, reliability, and power efficiency, making them ideal for surveillance system integrators, system installation providers, and end users looking to record, store, and analyze video streams from up to 64 high-definition cameras.
The S300 Pro series comes in a highly scalable 3.5-inch form factor, offering capacities ranging from 4TB to 10TB. With support for up to 24 bays, these HDDs are designed to deliver reliable operation even in the most demanding environments, making them a perfect fit for large-scale video recording systems. Compared to their predecessors, the new HDDs feature a higher maximum sustained transfer speed of 268MiB/s and double the cache buffer size of 512MiB, resulting in improved performance and efficiency.
One of the key highlights of the S300 Pro series is its ability to handle the increasing demands of video analysis in mission-critical surveillance operations. With 24/7 operation, an enhanced annual workload of 300TB, and a mean time to failure (MTTF) of up to 1.2 million hours, these HDDs are built to meet the rigorous requirements of modern surveillance systems.
Noriaki Katakura, Division President of the Storage Products Division at Toshiba Electronics Components Taiwan Corporation, emphasized the importance of optimizing the S300 Pro HDDs for large-scale video surveillance operations. He highlighted the enhanced performance, durability, and 24/7 reliability of these HDDs, underscoring Toshiba’s commitment to collaborating with industry-leading video surveillance system manufacturers.
The next-generation S300 Pro Surveillance HDDs are now available from August 2024, offering customers access to a range of high-quality surveillance HDDs in Toshiba’s product portfolio. For more information about the S300 Pro series, interested parties can visit Toshiba’s official website.
In conclusion, Toshiba’s latest S300 Pro Surveillance HDDs represent a significant advancement in the field of surveillance storage technology. With their enhanced performance, reliability, and power efficiency, these HDDs are poised to meet the evolving needs of large-scale video surveillance systems, providing customers with a robust and efficient storage solution for their critical operations.