I purchased (2) 12-tb: anyone knows why i get 10.91-tb for each? why are we short?

Hard drive manufacturers use base 10 for size. So 1 TB = 10**12 bytes. Your system uses base 2 for counting, so 1 TiB = 2**40 bytes. A base 2 TiB is larger than a base 10 TB. The actual name for a base 2 terabyte is a tebibyte, or TiB. A base 10 TB is TB or terabyte.

Can this be used as a normal hdd storage drive for a desktop pc?

Quick answer YES The more complete answer starts with 'WHY'? First, NAS rated disks are typically more expensive than desktop drives. They are built for different use expectations. One of the answers mentioned always leaving the system powered on. Most NAS setups are powered on and left on. They do not power cycle (and more importantly heat cycle) with any regularity. As such, the drives are built to operate in that environment. Another answer mentioned RPMs and many NAS drives spin at 5400/5900 RPMs. This means that the place on the platter where you file is stored takes longer to rotate around than it would on a typical desktop drive of 7200 RPM. Another answer mentioned vibration. The desktop is less vibration isolated (typically) than a NAS setup. Shop a 7200 (or faster) RPM disk or consider NVMe or SSD is the budget allows. You will not only likely save money initially but will have better performance in the longer term.

Is this drive smr if so i don't want it!

At least the IronWolf Pro drives are all CMR (=PMR), and not SMR. I think some of the smaller capacity non-Pro drives used to be SMR, but I think now even they are all CMR.

Does this drive come with sata cable?

No it's a bare drive no screws no cables.

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Seagate IronWolf 4TB NAS Internal Hard Drive CMR 3.5 Inch SATA 6Gb/s 5400 RPM 64MB Cache for RAID Network Attached Storage Rescue Services (ST4000VNZ06/006)

Seagate IronWolf 4TB NAS Internal Hard Drive CMR 3.5 Inch SATA 6Gb/s 5400 RPM 64MB Cache for RAID Network Attached Storage Rescue Services (ST4000VNZ06/006)

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Brand
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Color
NAS
Compatible Devices
Desktop
Connectivity Technology
SATA
Digital Storage Capacity
4 TB
Hard Disk Description
Mechanical

⚡7200 RPM high-speed spin

💾8TB massive storage

🔗SATA 6Gb/s ultra-fast interface

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🚀 Power your NAS with unstoppable speed and reliability!

MASSIVE 8 TB CAPACITY - Store your entire digital empire without compromise.
BLAZING 7200 RPM SPEED - Experience rapid data access that keeps your workflow seamless.
IRON WOLF HEALTH MANAGEMENT - Proactively monitor drive health to avoid downtime and data loss.
PEACE OF MIND WARRANTY RESCUE - 3-year limited warranty plus Rescue Data Recovery service included.
OPTIMIZED FOR NAS MULTI USER ENVIRONMENTS - Built to handle up to 8 bays with zero lag and minimal vibration.

The Seagate IronWolf 8TB NAS Internal Hard Drive is engineered for multi-user NAS setups, delivering 8TB of storage with a 7200 RPM spindle speed and 256MB cache. Featuring SATA 6Gb/s connectivity, it ensures fast data transfer rates up to 180MB/s. Designed to minimize noise and vibration, it supports up to 8-bay NAS enclosures with IronWolf Health Management for proactive monitoring. Backed by a 3-year limited warranty and Rescue Data Recovery service, it’s the ultimate reliable storage solution for professionals demanding performance and durability.

Specifications

ASIN	B09NHV3CK9
Additional Features	Desktop
Best Sellers Rank	#3 in Internal Hard Drives
Brand	Seagate
Built-In Media	IronWolf™ 4TB SATA
Cache Memory Installed Size	64
Color	NAS
Compatible Devices	Desktop
Connectivity Technology	SATA
Customer Reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (12,906)
Data Transfer Rate	5000 megabytes_per_second
Digital Storage Capacity	4 TB
Enclosure Material	Aluminum
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Global Trade Identification Number	00763649173817
Hard Disk Description	Mechanical Hard Disk
Hard Disk Form Factor	3.5 inches
Hard Disk Interface	Serial ATA
Hard Disk Rotational Speed	5400 rpm
Hard-Drive Size	4 TB
Hardware Connectivity	SATA 6.0 Gb/s
Installation Type	Internal Hard Drive
Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness	5.79"L x 4.01"W x 1.03"Th
Item Weight	490 g
Manufacturer	Seagate
Media Speed	202
Mfr Part Number	ST4000VN006
Model Name	ST4000VN006
Model Number	ST4000VN006
Number of Items	1
Read Speed	180 megabytes_per_second
Specific Uses For Product	business, personal
UPC	763649173817
Warranty Description	3-Year Limited

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