THE IRONWOLF 10TB

Typically we received the IronWolf 10TB inside a bulk package so no SATA cable and user guide like in the retail version.

The IronWolf model is identical in size with every other 3.5" HDD in the market but Seagate has made the top flat and smooth.

Remember the large sticker at the top which included information like the drives serial number, factory roll-out date, interface, capacity and installed firmware? Well it's all gone now since the IronWolf line (and the others announced recently) just has the model name, capacity and a wolf on it.

Actually the entire enclosure has changed compared to previous HDD models and the material used doesn't only feel smoother to the touch but also quite cooler (zinc alloy?).

As usual at the rear we see a small PCB with all the modules placed on the other side for increased protection (we also see the same empty spot on the upper right corner which may one day be used for extra cache (or an SSHD model).

Four pins (probably used for firmware updates) and the usual SATA power and data connectors are located at the rear of the drive.