Description
10,000 RPM spindle speed
The spindle speed of a hard drive is the speed at which the disk platters inside the drive rotate. The Dell 463-7478 1.8TB 10K RPM SAS 12GBPS 512E SFF Hard Drive has a spindle speed of 10,000 RPM (revolutions per minute).
A higher spindle speed can result in faster read and write speeds, as the drive can access data on the disk platters more quickly. Faster spindle speeds can also improve the overall performance of the drive, making it more suitable for demanding applications such as data centers, enterprise-level storage systems, and servers.
Additionally, the higher spindle speed can also lead to a reduction in access time which can be beneficial for applications that require frequent data access such as databases and high-performance computing. The 10K RPM spindle speed can provide a significant improvement in the drive’s performance compared to 7200 RPM spindle speed drives.
It’s important to note that the spindle speed alone does not determine the performance of the drive and that other factors such as the drive’s interface, cache size and data density also play a role in the drive’s overall performance. Additionally, a higher spindle speed can lead to an increase in power consumption and heat generation.
Power-efficient operation
Power-efficient operation refers to the ability of a hard drive to use minimal power while still providing high performance. The Dell 463-7478 1.8TB 10K RPM SAS 12GBPS 512E SFF Hard Drive is designed to be power-efficient, which means that it consumes minimal power while still providing high performance.
This can be achieved through various design features such as low-power idle mode, which reduces the drive’s power consumption when it is not in use. Additionally, the drive may also use advanced power management features such as spin-down, which reduces the power consumption of the drive when it is not in use.
The Small Form Factor (SFF) of the drive also contributes to the power efficiency as they are typically smaller in physical size than other types of hard drives such as Large Form Factor (LFF) drives. This smaller size can result in lower power consumption as there are fewer disk platters to spin, and less data to access.
The drive’s power efficiency can be beneficial for applications that require high performance but also low power consumption. It’s ideal for use in servers, data centers, and other enterprise-level storage applications where power consumption is a critical factor.
Data security and encryption
Data security and encryption refer to the protection and encryption of the data stored on a hard drive. The Dell 463-7478 1.8TB 10K RPM SAS 12GBPS 512E SFF Hard Drive may have various security features that provide different levels of protection against unauthorized access, data corruption, and data loss.
Encryption is one of the most important security feature that can be used to protect data stored on the hard drive. It involves the use of complex algorithms to encrypt the data, making it unreadable to anyone who does not have the encryption key. This can help protect the data from unauthorized access and data breaches.
Another security feature that could be implemented is hardware-based encryption. This type of encryption uses a built-in encryption controller on the hard drive to encrypt the data, thus ensuring that the data is protected even if the hard drive is removed from the host device.
Additionally, there could also be a support for Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) which is a type of hard drive that encrypts all data written to it automatically. This feature can be useful for those who have sensitive data and need to ensure that it is protected even if the hard drive is lost or stolen.
GENERAL INFORMATION
- Manufacturer : Dell
- Part Number : 463-7478
- Product Type : Hard Disk Drive With Tray
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
- Device Type : Hard Disk Drive
- Storage Capacity : 1.8 TB
- Interface : SAS 12GB/S
- Form Factor : 2.5 Inch
- Features : Advanced Format Technology
PERFORMANCE
- Data Transfer Rate : 1200 MBPS External
- Spindle Speed : 10000 RPM
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