The Dell 16TB 7.2K RPM Hard Drive is a high-capacity, high-performance hard drive that is designed for use in enterprise-level storage systems. The drive has a capacity of 16TB, which is large enough to store a significant amount of data. It has a spindle speed of 7.2K RPM, which provides relatively quick access to stored data.
The 7,200 RPM spindle speed provides faster disk access times than slower-spinning drives, so it will be good for applications that require fast data access. However, it is worth noting that the performance of this drive will also depend on the specific make and model, as well as the other hardware and software components of the storage system in which it is used.
The Drive is intended to be used with SAS interface, which provides fast data transfer speeds of up to 12 Gbps, which is well-suited for large-scale data transfer applications. Additionally, the drive has a large buffer, which can improve the performance of data access and write operations.
It is worth noting that hard drives with larger storage capacities tend to have slower data transfer rates because they have to read/write data across a larger surface area. Additionally, the performance of the drive can be affected by the hardware and software components of the storage system it is used in.
High PerformanceThe Hard Drive has a spindle speed of 7,200 RPM, which means that the disks inside the drive rotate at 7,200 revolutions per minute. This results in faster data access times and improved overall performance compared to slower 5,400 RPM hard drives.
A Dell 16TB 7.2K RPM SAS 12GBPS hard drive is a high-capacity, enterprise-grade storage solution designed for use in data centers and other demanding environments. The SAS interface allows for faster data transfer rates of up to 12 Gbps, which is faster than the 6 Gbps that SATA drives can offer.
This Drive 256 MB buffer size also enhances performance by allowing the drive to cache more data before it is written to the disk, reducing the number of disk accesses and improving I/O performance.
The drive's large capacity of 16TB allows for a large number of files, media, and large data to be stored, which can be useful for data storage and archiving, backup, and recovery.
The Performance can be affected by factors such as the number of disk accesses, the workload, and the amount of fragmentation on the disk. Therefore, it's important to implement good practices like regularly defragmenting the disk, running disk cleanup, and monitoring disk usage to maintain the best performance possible. Additionally, using SAS interface with the high data transfer rate helps to achieve better performance compared to SATA interfaces.
Exceptional Compatibility
The Dell 16TB HDD (Hard Disk Drive) model 161-BBEF is compatible with servers and storage systems that support SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface and have a 12GBps data transfer rate. It is also compatible with systems that have a large form factor (LFF) drive bay and meet the technical specifications of the drive such as power requirement, cooling and so on. It's always recommended to check the system's manual, technical guide or consult with the manufacturer to ensure compatibility before installing any hard drive in a system. It's also important to mention that this drive is intended for use in enterprise-level storage systems and servers, it may not be compatible with consumer-grade devices.
- Manufacturer: Dell
- Part Number or SKU# 161-BBEH
- Product Type: Hard Disk Drive
- Interface Type: SAS 12GBPS
- Rotational Speed: 7200 Rpm
- Capacity: 16TB
- Form Factor: 3.5inch
- Width: 4 Inch
- Depth: 5.8 Inch
- Height: 1 Inch
- Weight: 1.52 Lbs
Compatibility
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Contact us or ask for live chat/help if you have any questions about the compatibility of this item to ensure the model's matching features with your current system.
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