Description
SAS-12GBps Interface for High-Speed Data Transfer
The Dell XDN2G 6TB 7.2K RPM SAS-12GBPS 256MB LFF Hard Drive features a SAS-12GBps interface, which provides high-speed data transfer. SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) is a high-performance data transfer interface that is designed for use in servers and storage systems. The 12GBps in the interface name refers to the data transfer rate that can be achieved using SAS-12GBps. This high data transfer rate allows the hard drive to quickly transfer large amounts of data, which is essential in server environments where fast data access is required.
The SAS interface provides a number of advantages over other data transfer interfaces, such as SATA. SAS supports full-duplex data transfers, which means that data can be transferred in both directions simultaneously. This allows for faster data transfer rates and improved performance.
In addition, the SAS-12GBps interface also provides improved error detection and correction capabilities, which helps to ensure that data is transferred accurately and reliably. This is especially important in server environments, where data integrity is critical.
The SAS-12GBps interface of the Dell XDN2G 6TB 7.2K RPM SAS-12GBPS 256MB LFF Hard Drive provides high-speed data transfer and improved error detection and correction capabilities, which makes it an ideal choice for use in server environments where fast data access and high data integrity are required.
7.2K RPM for Fast Data Access
The Dell XDN2G 6TB 7.2K RPM SAS-12GBPS 256MB LFF Hard Drive features a rotation speed of 7.2K RPM, which provides fast data access. The RPM (Revolutions Per Minute) of a hard drive refers to the speed at which the hard drive platters spin. The faster the platters spin, the faster the hard drive can access data.
A 7.2K RPM hard drive spins faster than a 5.4K RPM hard drive, which means that data can be accessed more quickly. This feature makes the Dell XDN2G 6TB 7.2K RPM SAS-12GBPS 256MB LFF Hard Drive ideal for use in server environments where fast data access is required, such as in data centers where large amounts of data are being processed and analyzed in real-time.
In addition to providing fast data access, the 7.2K RPM of the hard drive also helps to improve the overall performance of the hard drive. Faster platter speeds can lead to improved sequential read and write speeds, which can help to reduce the time required to perform tasks such as backups and data transfers.
In summary, the 7.2K RPM of the Dell XDN2G 6TB 7.2K RPM SAS-12GBPS 256MB LFF Hard Drive provides fast data access, which is essential in server environments where fast data access is required, and it helps to improve the overall performance of the hard drive by reducing the time required to perform tasks such as backups and data transfers.
Large Form Factor (LFF) for Increased Storage Density
The Dell XDN2G 6TB 7.2K RPM SAS-12GBPS 256MB LFF Hard Drive features a Large Form Factor (LFF) design, which provides increased storage density. The form factor of a hard drive refers to the physical dimensions and layout of the drive. LFF hard drives are larger in size compared to Small Form Factor (SFF) hard drives.
LFF hard drives have a larger physical size, which allows them to have more platters and heads than SFF hard drives. This means that LFF hard drives can store more data per drive compared to SFF hard drives, which makes them an ideal choice for use in environments where high storage density is required, such as data centers and enterprise storage systems.
In addition to providing increased storage density, LFF hard drives also offer other benefits such as increased reliability and improved heat dissipation. The larger size of LFF hard drives allows for larger and more efficient cooling systems, which can help to extend the life of the hard drive.
General Information
- Manufacturer: Dell
- MPN : XDN2G
- Type: Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
- HDD Type: SAS-12GBPS
- Product Name: 6TB-7200RPM
Specifications
- Manufacturer : Dell
- Product Line : Hard Drive With Tray
- Capacity : 6TB
- Form Factor : 3.5inch
- Buffer : 256mb Buffer
- Features : Advanced Format 512e
Performance
- Spin Speed : 7200 RPM
- Drive Transfer Rate : 1200 MBps (External)
- Interfaces : 1 X Serial Attached Scsi
- Compatible Bays : 1 X Hot Plug – 3.5inch