Enterprise-grade durability and reliability refers to the level of robustness and dependability of a product, specifically designed and manufactured for use in enterprise environments. These products are built to withstand the demands of large-scale data storage and processing, as well as the high levels of usage and constant operation typical of such environments.
An enterprise-grade hard drive, such as the Dell AA985973, is designed to handle the rigorous demands of data centers, server farms, and other high-traffic environments. It is built to withstand the extreme temperatures, vibration, and shock that can occur in these environments, and is also designed to operate continuously without fail.
In addition, enterprise-grade hard drives often come with advanced features such as error correction, data protection, and encryption capabilities, ensuring that data is safe and secure at all times. They also have a high MTBF (mean time between failures) rating, which means that they are less likely to fail, even in the most demanding environments.
All in all, enterprise-grade durability and reliability is a measure of the product's ability to operate reliably, efficiently, and securely in the face of demanding and ever-changing enterprise environments.
Error Correction and Data ProtectionAdvanced error correction and data protection features refer to the technology and methods used to ensure the integrity and reliability of data stored on a hard drive. These features help to detect and correct errors that may occur during data transfer or storage, and protect the data from potential corruption or loss.
One example of an advanced error correction feature is RAID (redundant array of independent disks) technology, which uses multiple hard drives to create a single, large virtual storage unit. RAID can be configured in different ways to provide different levels of data protection, such as RAID 1 (mirroring) which creates an exact copy of data on two drives, if one drive fails the data is still accessible on the other one, RAID 5 (striping with parity) which uses data striping and parity information to allow for the reconstruction of data in case of a single drive failure.
Another example is ECC (error-correcting code) memory, which uses advanced algorithms to detect and correct errors in the data stored in memory. This helps to ensure that the data is accurate and free from errors, even in high-traffic enterprise environments.
Data protection features such as encryption, secure erase, and secure boot can also be found in some enterprise-grade hard drives. These features help to protect data from unauthorized access and ensure that the data stored on the hard drive is secure, even if the drive is lost or stolen.
High MTBFHigh MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) rating is a measure of a device's reliability, indicating the average time period between when the device fails and when it is expected to fail again. It is commonly used as a metric to determine the expected lifespan of a device or component. The higher the MTBF rating, the more reliable the device is expected to be. In the case of a hard drive, a high MTBF rating would indicate that the drive is expected to have fewer failures over time and have a longer lifespan. This is an important consideration for enterprise-grade storage devices, as they are typically used in critical systems where downtime can be costly.
General Information about this Dell AA985973- Manufacturer: Dell
- Part Number or SKU# AA985973
- Product Type: Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
- Interface Type: SAS 12GBPS
- Storage Capacity: 2.4TB
- Rotational Speed: 10K RPM
- External Transfer Rate: 1200 MBPS
- Enclosure: Internal
- Drive Dimensions: 2.5 Inch
- Environmental Compliance: Rohs Compatible
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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.
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