Description
Interface and Data Transfer Rate
“Interface and Data Transfer Rate” refers to the interface used to connect the Hitachi 4TB 7.2K RPM SAS 12GBPS HDD (0F22956) to a computer or storage system, and the maximum speed at which data can be transferred between the drive and the host.
Interface: The hard drive uses SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface, which is a high-speed, serial data transfer interface designed for data storage applications. SAS interface supports faster data transfer rates and allows for multiple hard drives to be connected to a single host.
Data Transfer Rate: The Hitachi 4TB 7.2K RPM SAS 12GBPS HDD supports a maximum data transfer rate of 12 Gbps, which is the fastest data transfer rate available for SAS interface. This high data transfer rate allows for faster data access and improved system performance. The drive also supports backward compatibility with SAS 6 Gbps and SAS 3 Gbps, allowing it to be used in a variety of different systems. With the 12 Gbps SAS interface, it allows for faster data transfer rates and more efficient communication between the drive and the host. This drive is ideal for high-performance applications that require fast data transfer rates and large storage capacity, such as data centers, cloud storage and big data analytics.
Advanced Format Feature
The “Advanced Format Feature” refers to the use of a larger physical block size for data storage on the Hitachi 4TB 7.2K RPM SAS 12GBPS HDD (0F22956).
Advanced Format is a new standard for disk formatting that uses a larger physical block size of 4,096 bytes (4KB) instead of the traditional 512 bytes. This results in more efficient use of disk space, improved performance, and better error correction capabilities. The drive is able to support larger storage capacity and improved data integrity by using Advanced Format.
This feature also allows the drive to store more data in each physical block, reducing the number of blocks that need to be read or written to access a given amount of data. This can result in improved performance and longer drive lifespan. This feature is particularly useful for large-scale data storage systems and data centers where storage space is at a premium.
Hot-Swap Capabilities
“Hot-Swap Capabilities” refers to the ability of the Hitachi 4TB 7.2K RPM SAS 12GBPS HDD (0F22956) to be easily replaced or exchanged without shutting down the system.
The Hitachi 4TB 7.2K RPM SAS 12GBPS HDD (0F22956) has Hot-Swap capabilities which means it can be removed and replaced while the system is still powered on. This feature allows for easy maintenance and upgrades without disrupting the operation of the system. Hot-swap capability allows for easy replacement of failed drives and upgrades to the system without the need for a system shut-down, reducing downtime and increasing system availability. It also allows for easy integration into hot-swap drive bays in servers or storage systems. This feature makes it ideal for use in high-availability environments such as data centers, where minimizing downtime is a key consideration. This can help to keep your systems running smoothly and reduce the amount of downtime that your organization experiences.
General Information
- Manufacturer Name: Hitachi
- MPN: 0F22956
- Product Type: Hard Drive
- HDD Type: SAS 12GBPS
- SKU: 0F22956
Performance
- Form Factor: 3.5 Inch
- Capacity: 4TB
- Cache:128MB
- Spindle Speed: 7.2K RPM
- Drive Interface Type: SAS 12GBPS
Dimensions and Weight:
- Width : 4 Inch
- Depth : 5.8 Inch
- Height : 1 Inch
- Weight : 1.52 Lbs
