The 400-AZWK Dell 12TB 7.2K RPM SAS-12GBPS 256MB 512E 3.5Inch LFF Hard Drive is a type of hard disk drive (HDD) used for data storage. It is designed to work in server environments where high capacity storage and reliability are important.
Here is a breakdown of the key specifications of this hard drive:
12TB: This refers to the amount of storage capacity the hard drive has. This is a large amount of storage and is suitable for storing large amounts of data such as videos, images, and other files.
7.2K RPM: This stands for revolutions per minute and refers to the speed at which the hard drive's platters spin. A higher RPM means faster data access and transfer speeds. 7.2K RPM is considered a standard speed for enterprise-grade hard drives.
SAS-12GBPS: This refers to the interface used to connect the hard drive to the computer. SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) is a high-speed, serial data transfer interface for connecting storage devices to a computer. SAS-12GBPS is the latest version of SAS interface and provides faster data transfer speeds compared to older versions.
256MB Buffer: This refers to the amount of memory used as a buffer for data transfer between the hard drive and the computer. A larger buffer can improve performance by allowing the hard drive to cache frequently-accessed data.
Serial-Attached SCSIThe 400-AZWK Dell 12TB 7.2K RPM 12GBPS 256MB 512E 3.5Inch LFF Hard Drive uses the SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface to connect to the computer. SAS is a high-speed, serial data transfer interface for connecting storage devices to a computer. It is designed for use in enterprise environments and supports faster data transfer speeds compared to other interfaces such as SATA.
The "SAS-12GBPS" in the name of the hard drive refers to the version of the SAS interface used. SAS-12GBPS is the latest version of SAS interface and supports a maximum data transfer rate of 12 Gbps.
The SAS interface uses a point-to-point connection, meaning that each device is connected directly to the host controller and not shared among multiple devices. It also supports multiple hard drives to be connected to a single host controller, and it supports daisy-chaining of devices.
The SAS interface is typically used in enterprise-grade servers and storage systems, where high-performance and reliability are important. Additionally, the SAS interface allows for features such as hot-swapping, which allows hard drives to be replaced or upgraded while the system is running, which can help to reduce downtime.
It's worth mentioning that SAS interface is not backward compatible with SATA, so it's important to ensure that the server or storage system has a SAS interface before installing this hard drive.
Delivers the high ReliabilityIt is difficult to give a definitive answer on the reliability of the 400-AZWK Dell 12TB 7.2K RPM 12GBPS 256MB 512E 3.5Inch LFF Hard Drive without more information on the specific usage and conditions it will be subjected to. However, in general, hard drives from reputable manufacturers such as Dell tend to have relatively high reliability.
The hard drive has some features that can improve its reliability, such as:
- SAS interface: SAS is a high-speed, serial data transfer interface designed for use in enterprise environments and supports faster data transfer speeds compared to other interfaces such as SATA. It also supports multiple hard drives to be connected to a single host controller, and it supports daisy-chaining of devices.
- 512E format: The hard drive is in 512E format, which allows for more efficient use of disk space and improved performance for large files. This can help to reduce the number of read/write cycles on the drive and prolong its lifespan.
- 256MB buffer: The hard drive has a buffer size of 256MB, which can help to improve performance by caching frequently-accessed data.
- 7.2K RPM: The hard drive has a rotation speed of 7.2K RPM, which is considered a standard speed for enterprise-grade hard drives. This means that it can access and transfer data quickly, which can improve the overall performance of the server.
However, it's worth mentioning that factors such as usage patterns, operating conditions, and maintenance can greatly affect the lifespan and reliability of a hard drive. Additionally, the 12TB capacity of this hard drive may make it more prone to failure.
General Information
Manufacturer : Dell
MPN : 400-AZWK
Type : Hard Disk Drive With Tray
HDD Type : SAS 12GBPS
SKU : 400-AZWK
Technical Information
Storage Capacity: 12 TB
Form Factor : 3.5 Inch
Interface : Sas-12GBPS
Cache : 256 Mb
Features : Advanced Format 512e
Rotational Speed : 7.2KRPM
Performance
Rotational Speed : 7.2K RPM
External Transfer Rate : 1200 Mbps
Buffer : 256 MB
Interfaces : 1 X SAS 12 GB/S
compatible Bays : 1 X Hot-swap - 3.5
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