Description
Product Information to Dell WYW03 Hard Drive
The Dell WYW03 Hard Drive is a high-capacity hard drive that is designed for use in server environments. It offers a storage capacity of 2 terabytes (TB) and operates at a speed of 7,200 revolutions per minute (RPM). The hard drive uses the Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) interface, which is a high-speed interface that provides a transfer rate of up to 12 gigabits per second (Gbps). The Large Form Factor (LFF) makes it easy to install and integrate into existing server systems.
Understanding Hard Disk Drives
Before we delve deeper into the features of the Dell WYW03 Hard Drive, let us first understand what a hard disk drive is and how it works. A hard disk drive is a data storage device that is used to store and retrieve digital data. It consists of one or more disks that are coated with a magnetic material. The disks rotate at a high speed, and a read/write head moves back and forth over the surface of the disk to read or write data. The data is stored in the form of magnetic patterns on the disk.
Hard disk drives are used in a variety of applications, including personal computers, servers, and data centers. They offer high storage capacity and fast data access speeds. Hard disk drives are classified based on several factors, including their form factor, interface, and speed.
Understanding SAS Interface
The SAS interface is a high-speed interface that is commonly used in servers and data centers. It provides a fast transfer rate and is designed to support multiple devices. The SAS interface is compatible with both SAS and SATA hard drives. SAS drives are typically used in enterprise environments, where high performance and reliability are critical.
SAS drives support various speeds, including 3Gbps, 6Gbps, and 12Gbps. The Dell WYW03 Hard Drive uses the 12Gbps SAS interface, which provides a fast data transfer rate and ensures that data can be accessed quickly.
Advantages of 7.2K RPM Speed
The 7.2K RPM speed is one of the main features of the Dell WYW03 Hard Drive. This speed enables faster data access and improves overall system performance. The 7.2K RPM speed is ideal for applications that require high-capacity storage, such as file servers, backup systems, and video surveillance.
Advantages of Large Form Factor
The Large Form Factor (LFF) is another advantage of the Dell WYW03 Hard Drive. This form factor is larger than the standard 2.5-inch form factor, making it ideal for use in servers that require high-capacity storage. The larger size also allows for more platters to be installed in the hard drive, which can increase the storage capacity.
General Information
- Manufacturer : Dell
- Part Number or SKU# WYW03
- Dell Part Number : 400-ALRR
Specifications
- Device Type : Hard Drive – Hot-Plug – Near-Line
- Capacity : 2TB
- Form Factor : 3.5inch
- Interface : SAS-12GBPS
- Data Transfer Rate: 1.2 GBPS
- Spindle Speed : 7200 RPM
- Drive Transfer Rate : 1.2 GBPS (External)
- Interfaces : 1 X Sas 12 GB/S
- Compatible Bays : 1 X Hot-Plug – 3.5inch
Compatibility
- Powervault MD3200
- Powervault MD3200I
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