Description
Server Enterprise Hard Drive
The 400-AXZO Dell 14TB 7.2K RPM SATA hard drive is a high-capacity storage solution that is designed for use in server environments. It has a storage capacity of 14 terabytes (TB) and a rotation speed of 7,200 revolutions per minute (RPM). The 6 Gbps SATA interface provides fast data transfer rates, and the 256 MB buffer helps to improve the drive’s performance by allowing for faster data access. The 512E sector format also improves the drive’s performance by allowing for larger data chunks to be read and written.
The “Hot Plug” feature allows the drive to be removed and replaced while the system is running, without the need to power down the system, which is very useful in data center environments.
The hard drive is designed to work with a wide range of servers and can be used in a variety of different storage configurations, such as RAID arrays and JBOD (Just a Bunch of Disks) setups. The hard drive is also compatible with a variety of different operating systems, including Windows, Linux and Unix.
Serial Advanced Technology Attachment
The 400-AXZO Dell 14TB 7.2K RPM hard drive is connected to a computer or server using the SATA interface. SATA stands for Serial Advanced Technology Attachment and is a standard interface for connecting storage devices, such as hard drives and solid state drives, to a computer or server.
The version of SATA used in this hard drive is 6 Gbps, also known as SATA III. It’s the third generation of the SATA interface and provides a maximum data transfer rate of 6 gigabits per second (Gbps). This means that the hard drive can transfer data at a rate of up to 6 Gbps when connected to a computer or server that supports the SATA III standard.
One of the benefits of SATA is its backwards compatibility, meaning that SATA III hard drive can be connected to a computer or server with a SATA II or SATA I port. However, the data transfer rate will be limited to the lower speed of the host port.
It’s important to note that the performance of the hard drive is also affected by factors such as the hard drive’s spindle speed, buffer size, and sector format. In this case, the hard drive has 7,200 RPM spindle speed, 256MB buffer and 512E sector format, which help to improve the hard drive’s performance.
High Reliability
The reliability of the 400-AXZO Dell 14TB 7.2K RPM hard drive will depend on a variety of factors, including the operating environment, the workload, and the overall quality of the drive.
In general, hard drives are considered to be less reliable than solid state drives (SSDs) due to their moving mechanical parts. Hard drives are also more vulnerable to physical damage and can be affected by factors such as vibration and temperature.
That being said, Dell has a reputation for producing high-quality and reliable products, and the 400-AXZO hard drive is designed to meet the demands of a data center environment. The hard drive has an MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) rating of 2 million hours, which is a measure of how long the drive is expected to last before failure. Additionally, the hard drive is equipped with advanced features such as RAID support, advanced power management and error correction, which can help to improve the drive’s reliability.
It’s important to note that the reliability of the drive can also be affected by the number of drives in a RAID configuration, the workload of the system and the proper maintenance of the drive.
General Information:
Manufacturer : Dell
Part Number : 400-AXZO
Product Type : Hard Disk Drive With Tray
Technical Information:
Storage Capacity: 14 TB
Form Factor : 3.5 Inch
Interface : SATA-6GBPS
Cache : 256 MB
Features : Advanced Format 512E
Rotational Speed : 7200 RPM
Performance:
Rotational Speed : 7200 RPM
External Transfer Rate : 600 MBPS
Buffer : 256 MB
EXPANSION & CONNECTIVITY :
Interfaces : 1 X SATA 6 GB/S
Compatible Bays : 1 X Hot-Swap – 3.5
