The AA715973 is a Dell 16TB hard disk drive (HDD) with a 7200 RPM (rotations per minute) rotation speed, a SATA-6GBPS interface, and a 256MB buffer. The drive has a 3.5-inch form factor, which is the standard size for most desktop and enterprise-grade storage systems.The 7200 RPM speed of the drive results in faster data access times and improved overall performance compared to slower 5400 RPM drives. The SATA-6GBPS interface provides faster data transfer rates, which allows for more efficient data transfer between the drive and the host system. The 256MB buffer is used to temporarily store data as it is being read from or written to the drive, which improves performance by reducing the number of times the drive head needs to move to access different parts of the disk.The drive's 16TB capacity is suitable for large-scale data storage, enabling users to store large amounts of data on a single drive, which can reduce costs and simplify data management.
Serial Advanced Technology Attachment
The AA715973 Dell 16TB 7.2K RPM 6GBPS Hard Disk Drive uses the SATA (Serial ATA) interface to connect to the server's motherboard. SATA is an interface standard that connects storage devices such as hard drives to a computer's motherboard. The drive uses the SATA 6 Gbps interface which is the latest version of the SATA interface and provides faster data transfer speeds compared to the previous versions of SATA. The use of the SATA 6 Gbps interface will allow for faster data transfer between the hard drive and the server's motherboard, which can help to improve the performance of the drive.
It is not possible to determine the reliability of the AA715973 Dell 16TB 7.2K RPM SATA 6GBPS Hard Disk Drive without additional information. Hard drive reliability can be influenced by many factors, including the quality of the manufacturing process, the environment in which the drive is used, and the workload that the drive is subjected to. To get a general idea of the reliability of the drive, you can check the manufacturer's website, look for customer reviews, or consult industry publications. Additionally, many hard drive manufacturers offer warranties on their products, which can provide some level of protection against failure. It's also important to note that hard drives have a certain MTBF (Mean Time Between Failure) rating which gives an idea of how long the drive will last on average. Always check the MTBF rating of the drive before purchasing it. It is also recommended to implement backup and disaster recovery strategies to ensure the safety of your data in case of any drive failure.
Storage Capacity : 16 TB
Enclosure : Internal
Interface : SATA-6GBPS
Drive Dimensions : 3.5 Inch
Heads : 18
Discs : 9
Bytes Per Logical Sector : 512
Bytes Per Physical Sector : 4096
DRIVE PERFORMANCE :
I/O Data-Transfer Rate (Max) : 600 MBPS
Internal Data Transfer Rate (Max) : 2772 MBPS
Sustained Data Transfer Rate Od (Max) : 200 (210 Mb/S Max)
Interface Ports : Single
Buffer : 256 MB
Rotational Speed : 7.2K RPM
Warranty
ALLHDD guarantees that the products will not have defects in material that will affect the product's functionality during the Standard Warranty Period. The warranty period starts when the merchandise/items from our warehouse.
What does ALLHDD.Com warranty cover?
30-days to 3 years warranty:
Replacement or refund. In the case of material defects, we will try to replace the product first. The product will be replaced before the expiration of the original warranty. For any failure of hardware, if we cannot process the replacement of the product(s)/model(s), we will refund the original selling/invoiced price. The shipping costs and sales tax, if any, are non-refundable. ALLHDD retains the right to decide whether the item(s) will process for replacement or refund.
What is not covered by our warranty?
The reason why our warranty does not cover any problem caused by the following conditions:
(a) misuse of hardware; accidental damage; carelessness product(s) damage; shock; temperature beyond the specification of any product; faulty installation; operation; modification of goods;
(b) any misuse outside the instructions in the user manual for any specific product;
(c) damaged caused by other hardware or equipment. The warranty will void if the item is returned with physical damage, damage to the retail box, removed from the box, counterfeit labels/labelled by them, or any modifications of internal and external covers. Data loss or damages to any other equipment we do not cover by our offered warranty.
What is the Manufacturer/Brand Warranty?
In general, a manufacturer's warranty service/support is a written guarantee to the buyer of a product. Its terms assure the replacement or repair of the product, if necessary, within a specified period after the purchase (2-5 years depending on the brand/manufacturer). It is typically included in the price of the product. Products are brand new and sealed and the original manufacturer box is complete with the Manufacturer's genuine warranty. For most of the brand new/retail products that come with the manual and box, exceptions may apply (i.e., Cisco, Juniper Networks).
For the server parts (i.e., Dell, HPE) to get Full coverage of the warranty server must have a full 3- 5 years warranty. However, ALLHDD.COM will cover the warranty duration if any Manufacturer doesn't support the advertised warranty and there is no refund for those.
Final Sale items are non-returnable/refundable in any situation. Any question? please ask our team before the shipment.
Important notes:
We can provide additional warranty service/support for any product you purchase from us if you need additional warranty coverage before finalizing the order from ALLHDD.Com. You need to ask in live chat/help or call us for more information.
Individual product warranty mentioned on each item product description page/detail page.
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Delivery
Shipping Options and Estimated Delivery Time
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UPS® First Overnight - Saturday
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FedEx Shipping Options:
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FedEx First Overnight®
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Worldwide Shipping Options:
UPS®/FedEx® International Economy
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UPS®/FedEx® International Priority
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UPS®/FedEx® Ground Shipping Canada
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Important notes:
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