Description
Storage capacity and performance
The Dell 8TB 7.2K RPM SAS-12GBPS LFF Hard Drive is a high-capacity and high-performance storage solution for data centers and enterprise environments. It is designed for use in servers and storage systems that require large amounts of storage capacity, high data transfer rates, and high reliability.
This hard drive has a capacity of 8TB, which provides ample storage space for large data sets, backups, and archives. The 7.2K RPM spindle speed ensures fast data access, while the SAS-12GBps interface provides high-speed data transfer.
The LFF (Large Form Factor) design of the hard drive allows for improved cooling and higher storage capacities, compared to SFF (Small Form Factor) drives.
Additionally, this hard drive features a SAS interface with a 12 Gbps data transfer rate and 512E sector format, which makes it compatible with SAS-enabled servers and storage systems. It also has a hot-swappable design, which allows for easy replacement and maintenance without the need to shut down the system.
Data transfer speed and interface
The 400-AUSL Dell 2.4TB 10KRPM SAS-12GBPS 512E 256MB Hard Drive has a SAS interface, which supports a maximum data transfer speed of 12 Gbps. SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) is a high-speed and high-performance interface that is primarily used in enterprise-level storage systems and servers. It is faster than SATA interface, which supports maximum 6 Gbps, and also supports full-duplex data transfer, allowing data to be sent and received simultaneously. The SAS interface is also backward compatible with SATA, which means that it can connect to devices that use the SATA interface as well. The SAS interface is considered to be more reliable and robust than SATA, due to its support for more advanced features such as error correction and data protection.
Compatibility and system requirements
The 400-AUSL Dell 2.4TB 10KRPM SAS-12GBPS 512E 256MB Hard Drive is compatible with a wide range of systems and servers that support the SAS interface and have a 12 Gbps SAS controller or SAS HBA card. It is also compatible with SATA interface as well, but would require a SAS-to-SATA controller. It has a 512E form factor, which means that it is designed to fit into systems that support the SAS interface and have a 512E hard drive bay. As for power requirements, this drive requires a 12V DC power supply and has a typical operating power consumption of 9.7W.
It is recommended to check with the system or server manufacturer for compatibility and system requirements before installing the hard drive. It is also important to ensure that the system or server has the proper cooling and ventilation to prevent overheating, as the hard drive generates heat during operation.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
- Manufacturer: Dell
- MPN : 400-AUSL
- Type: Hard Drive
- Sub-Type: SAS-12GBPS
- MPN : 400-AUSL
TECHNICAL INFORMATION :
- Storage Capacity: 2.4 TB
- Form Factor : 2.5 Inch
- Interface : Sas-12GBPS
- Cache : 256 MB
- Features : Advanced Format 512e
PERFORMANCE :
- Rotational Speed : 10K Rpm
- External Transfer Rate : 1200 MBPS
- Cache : 256 MB
EXPANSION / CONNECTIVITY :
- Interfaces : 1 X SAS 12GB/S
- Compatible Bays : 1 X Hot-Swap – 2.5inch
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