The Dell 57GMX 18TB 7.2K RPM SATA-6GBPS Hot-Plug Hard Drive is a high-capacity storage device designed for use in enterprise-level servers and storage arrays. The drive has a storage capacity of 18TB, which allows for the storage of large amounts of data.
The drive utilizes the SATA (Serial Advanced Technology Attachment) interface, which provides a data transfer rate of 6 Gbps. This interface is commonly used in consumer and enterprise storage systems and is designed for cost-effective data transfer and storage.
This HDD operates at a rotational speed of 7.2k RPM, which provides fast data access and transfer rates. This makes it suitable for use in high-performance computing and data-intensive applications.
One of the key features of the drive is its hot-plugging capability, which allows for easy replacement of the drive without shutting down the system. This means that if the drive fails, it can be replaced without disrupting the operation of the system.
It is important to note that the reliability of a hard drive can be affected by a number of factors including environmental conditions, usage patterns, and how well it is maintained. To ensure maximum reliability, it is important to use the drive in a controlled environment, follow recommended usage patterns, and properly maintain the drive.
Backup & Restore FacilitiesThe Dell 18TB 7.2K RPM SATA-6GBPS Hot-Plug Hard Drive is a high-capacity hard drive that is designed for use in servers and other high-performance computing environments. It has a storage capacity of 18 terabytes, and it runs at a rotation speed of 7200 RPM. It uses the SATA-6 Gbps interface for data transfer and supports hot-plugging, which means that the drive can be replaced or added to a system while it is still running.
While the drive itself doesn't have any built-in backup and restore facilities, it can be used as a storage device for backups and restores. It's recommended to use backup software or services to create and manage backups of the data stored on the drive. These software or services can schedule regular backups, incremental backups, or full backups as per the requirement.
It's also important to regularly test the backups to ensure that they can be successfully restored. This is important in case of data loss or drive failure. Additionally, it's recommended to store the backups in a separate location, such as another hard drive or cloud storage, to ensure that the data can be recovered in case of a disaster or other event that affects the primary storage location.
This is always recommended to check with Dell support or seek professional help to confirm the best practices and options for backup and restore solutions for the drive with your specific use case.
Hot Plug CompatibleDell does not currently offer a 18TB 7.2K RPM SATA-6GBPS Hot Plug Hard Drive. The highest capacity currently available for a Dell 7.2K RPM SATA-6GBPS Hot Plug Hard Drive is 12TB. It is important to check the compatibility of the hard drive with the specific server or storage array before purchasing to ensure proper operation. You can check the compatibility by visiting Dell's website, inputting the model number of your server or storage array, and searching for compatible hard drive options. Additionally, you can consult your server or storage array's technical documentation or contact Dell's technical support team for further assistance.
- Manufacturer: Dell
- Part Number or SKU# 57GMX
- Product Type: Hard Disk Drive With Tray
- Interface: Sata-6GBPS
- Storage Capacity: 18 TB
- Form Factor: 3.5 Inch
- Cache : 512 MB
- Features : Advanced Format 512e
- Rotational Speed : 7200 RPM
- Rotational Speed : 7200 RPM
- External Transfer Rate : 600 MBPS
- Buffer : 512 MB
- Expansion & Connectivity
- Interfaces : 1 X Sata 6 GBPS
- Compatible Bays : 1 X Hot-swap -3.5
- Height: 3.08 Inch
- Width: 2.13 Inch
- Depth: 0.20 Inch
- Weight: 1.06 Lbs
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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