The Dell W6DV1 18TB 7.2K RPM SATA 6GBPS 512MB buffer 512e 3.5inch Hot Plug Hard Drive uses the SATA (Serial Advanced Technology Attachment) interface for data transfer. SATA is a type of interface used to connect storage devices such as hard drives and solid-state drives to a computer's motherboard. It uses a serial protocol for data transfer, which allows for faster data transfer rates than parallel protocols.
SATA 6GBPS refers to the data transfer rate of the interface, which is 6 Gbps (gigabits per second). This is the current industry standard for SATA-based systems and allows for fast data transfer and high performance.
Additionally, the drive also has a 512e format which is a type of advanced format, it increases the physical sector size on a hard drive from 512 bytes to 4096 bytes (4K), this improves the drive's performance by reducing the number of disk I/O operations required to read and write data. The 512e format enables the drive to work seamlessly with both 512-byte sector-based and 4K physical sector-based systems.
The drive also has a large buffer of 512MB, which helps with the drive's performance and allows for faster data access. This buffer stores frequently accessed data, which reduces the time taken to access this data and improves performance.
High-PerformanceThe Dell W6DV1 18TB 7.2K RPM SATA 6GBPS 512MB buffer 512e 3.5inch Hot Plug Hard Drive is a high-performance storage solution designed for use in enterprise-level servers and storage systems.
Firstly, it has a large storage capacity of 18TB, which makes it suitable for use in high-demand storage environments that require large amounts of storage capacity. This large capacity allows for storing a large amount of data which results in high-performance data transfer and quick access to data.
Secondly, it uses the SATA interface and supports data transfer rates of up to 6 Gbps, which is the current industry standard for SATA-based systems. This allows for fast data transfer and high performance. Additionally, it has a spindle speed of 7.2K RPM (Revolutions Per Minute), which allows for fast data access, making it suitable for use in high-demand storage environments that require high performance.
Thirdly, it also has a 512MB buffer, which helps with the drive's performance and allows for faster data access. This buffer stores frequently accessed data, which reduces the time taken to access this data and improves performance. Additionally, it has a 512e format which is a type of advanced format, it increases the physical sector size on a hard drive from 512 bytes to 4096 bytes (4K), this improves the drive's performance by reducing the number of disk I/O operations required to read and write data.
Lastly, it is designed for hot-plugging, which means it can be added or removed from a server or storage system without shutting it down, which allows for easy maintenance and upgrades without affecting the performance of the system.
Exceptional CompatibilityThe Dell W6DV1 18TB 7.2K RPM SATA 6GBPS 512MB buffer 512e 3.5inch Hot Plug Hard Drive has exceptional compatibility with a wide range of enterprise-level servers and storage systems.
Firstly, it uses the SATA interface, which is widely supported by enterprise-level servers and storage systems, this allows for seamless integration and high-performance data transfer. Additionally, it supports data transfer rates of up to 6 Gbps, which is the current industry standard for SATA-based systems. This allows it to take full advantage of the data transfer capabilities of the systems it is used with and can be easily integrated into these systems.
Secondly, it has a 512e format which is a type of advanced format, it increases the physical sector size on a hard drive from 512 bytes to 4096 bytes (4K), this improves the drive's performance by reducing the number of disk I/O operations required to read and write data. The 512e format enables the drive to work seamlessly with both 512-byte sector-based and 4K physical sector-based systems, which makes it compatible with a wide range of servers and storage systems.
Thirdly, it is designed for hot-plugging, which means it can be added or removed from a server or storage system without shutting it down, this allows for easy maintenance and upgrades without affecting the performance of the system. This feature provides flexibility in terms of managing the storage and eliminates the need for system downtime.
Lastly, the drive is tested and optimized to work seamlessly with Dell systems, providing optimal performance and reliability.
General Information
Manufacturer : Dell
MPN : W6DV1
Optional Part Number : 400-BLKU
Type : Internal Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
SSD Type : SATA-6GBPS
SKU : W6DV1
Technical Information
Storage Capacity: 18 TB
Form Factor : 3.5 Inch
Interface : SATA-6GBPS
Cache : 512 MB
Features : Advanced Format 512e
Rotational Speed : 7200 RPM
Performance
Rotational Speed : 7200 RPM
External Transfer Rate : 600 MBPS
Buffer : 512 MB
Expansion & Connectivity
Interfaces : 1 X SATA 6 GB/S
Compatible Bays : 1 X Hot-Swap - 3.5inch
Dimension and Weight
Width : 4 Inch
Depth : 5.8 Inch
Height : 1 Inch
Weight : 1.52 Lbs
Compatibility
Poweredge R640
Poweredge R440
Poweredge R340
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