Description
Suitable Performance
The Dell VW69J 12TB 7.2K RPM SATA-6GBPS 256MB buffer 512e 3.5inch Hot Plug Hard Drive is a high-performance storage solution designed for use in enterprise-level servers and storage systems. It has a large storage capacity of 12TB, which makes it suitable for use in high-demand storage environments that require large amounts of storage capacity.
The drive 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.
The drive also has a 256MB 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.
The drive is also designed to be hot-swappable, meaning it can be removed and replaced while the system remains powered on, which allows for easy maintenance and upgrades.
Interfaces
The Dell VW69J 12TB 7.2K RPM SATA-6GBPS 256MB buffer 512e 3.5inch Hot Plug Hard Drive uses the SATA interface for data transfer. SATA (Serial Advanced Technology Attachment) 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.
Compliant Standards
The Dell VW69J 12TB 7.2K RPM SATA-6GBPS 256MB buffer 512e 3.5inch Hot Plug Hard Drive is designed to meet a variety of industry standards, which ensures its compatibility and performance in different types of systems.
Firstly, it is compliant with the SATA III (SATA 6 Gbps) standard. This standard defines the interface and protocol for data transfer between the hard drive and the system it is connected to, it allows for data transfer rates of up to 6 Gbps, which is the current industry standard for SATA-based systems and allows for fast data transfer and high performance.
Secondly, it is compliant with the Advanced Format (AF) standard. This standard 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.
Thirdly, it is compliant with the T10/T13 standards for SCSI and ATA commands. These standards define the command sets for hard drives and other storage devices, which allows them to communicate with the system they are connected to.
Lastly, it is compliant with the RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) and TUV (Technical Inspection Association) standards, which ensures that the drive is environmentally friendly and safe to use.
General Information:Manufacturer : Dell
Mfg Part Number : VW69J
Dell Part Number : 400-AUTM
Product Type : Hard Disk Drive With Tray
TECHNICAL INFORMATION :
Storage Capacity: 12 TB
Form Factor : 3.5 Inch
Interface : SATA-6GBPS
Cache : 256 MB
Features : Advanced Format 512e
Rotational Speed : 7200 RPM
PERFORMANCE :
Rotational Speed : 7200 RPM
External Transfer Rate : 600 MBPS
Buffer : 256 MB
EXPANSION & CONNECTIVITY
Interfaces : 1 X SATA 6 GB/S
Compatible Bays : 1 X Hot-swap – 3.5
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