Factory recertified drives are tested by the manufacturer (Seagate) at their factory using the same rigorous testing process as new drives.
These are returned to the manufacturer with a minor problem that is rectified or no fault found. The manufacturer then uses the same testing process as for new drives.
ST14000NM000J-FR - Seagate Exos X18 14TB SATA - Factory Recertified - $249
ST14000NM000J-WL-FR - Seagate Exos X18 14TB SATA - Factory Recertified White Label - $229
ST14000NM001G-WL-FR - Seagate Exos X16 14TB SATA - Factory Recertified White Label - $209
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ST14000NM001G is $213 on ebay with 3yr seller warranty and no CC surcharge
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