Description
Server Enterprise Hard Drive
The Dell Y6J2D SAS 16TB 12 GBPS 7.2K RPM Hot Plug Hard Drive is a high-capacity hard drive that uses the SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface, which is a high-performance, data storage interface that is typically used in enterprise and data center environments.
To use this hard drive, the server or storage system would need to have a SAS interface to connect the hard drive to the host system. The 12 Gbps SAS interface is backwards compatible with 6 Gbps SAS and 3 Gbps SAS, so it should work with most SAS controllers.
This hard drive would be compatible with most servers and storage systems that use the SAS interface, as long as the system has the necessary physical space and power requirements to accommodate the drive. Additionally, the hot-plug feature allows for the drive to be replaced without shutting down the system, which can be useful in environments where uptime is critical.
It’s important to check with your system vendor to ensure that your server or storage system is compatible with the Dell SAS 16TB 12 GBPS 7.2K RPM Hot Plug Hard Drive and that it has the necessary cooling and power supply to accommodate the drive.
This drive is a high-capacity and high-performance drive, which makes it suitable for applications such as data centers, large businesses, and other organizations that need to store large amounts of data and have high-performance requirements.
Serial-Attached SCSI
The Dell Y6J2D 16TB 12 GBPS 7.2K RPM Hot Plug Hard Drive uses the SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface, which is a high-performance, data storage interface that is typically used in enterprise and data center environments.
SAS is a point-to-point interface, which means that each device (hard drive) is connected directly to the host controller. It offers faster data transfer rates than the older parallel SCSI interface, and it’s also more reliable and scalable. The SAS interface supports speeds of 12 Gbps which is faster than the older 6 Gbps and 3 Gbps SAS standards.
SAS interface allows for hot-swapping of hard drives, which means that you can replace a hard drive without shutting down the system. It also supports features such as Multi-path I/O and Advanced Format 4Kn, which can improve the performance and reliability of the hard drive.
It’s important to note that SAS drives are generally more expensive than SATA drives, but they also have a higher performance and reliability than SATA drives. It’s suitable for environments such as data centers, large businesses, and other organizations that require high-performance, high-reliability storage.
It’s important to consult with your system vendor to ensure that your server or storage system is compatible with the SAS interface and that it has the necessary physical space and power requirements to accommodate the Dell 16TB 12 GBPS 7.2K RPM Hot Plug Hard Drive.
Delivers the high Reliability
Reliability of hard drives can vary depending on the specific model and manufacturer. Dell is generally known for producing reliable hard drives and the Dell Y6J2D 16TB SAS 12 GBPS 7.2K RPM Hot Plug Hard Drive is a high-capacity and high-performance drive, which makes it a suitable option for enterprise and data center environments, where reliability is critical.
The use of SAS interface, which is typically used in enterprise and data center environments, improves the performance and reliability of the hard drive. Additionally, the hot-plug feature allows for the drive to be replaced without shutting down the system, which can be useful in environments where uptime is critical.
It’s important to note that hard drive reliability can also be affected by factors such as the environment in which the drive is used, how it is used, and how it is maintained. For example, a hard drive that is used in a dusty or humid environment, or that is frequently subjected to vibration or shock, may be less reliable than a drive that is used in a cleaner, more stable environment.
It’s also important to keep in mind that hard drives have a mean time between failure (MTBF) rating, which is an estimate of how long a drive is likely to last before it fails. But this MTBF rating does not account for external factors such as power outages, surges, or human error.
In general, it’s a good idea to keep regular backups of your data and to use a RAID setup to protect against hard drive failure. It’s also a good idea to monitor the health of your hard drives using tools such as SMART (Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology) and to replace hard drives that are showing signs of failure before they actually fail.
General Information about this Dell Y6J2D HDD
- Manufacturer: Dell
- Part Number or SKU# Y6J2D
- Capacity: 16 TB
- Product Type: Hard Disk Drive With Tray
Technical Information of Dell 16TB Hard Drive
- Rotational Speed: 7200 Rpm
- Interface Type: SAS 12GBPS
- Form Factor: 3.5inch
- Drive Transfer Rate: 1200 MBPS (external)
Dimension and Weight for this Dell 3.5 Inch Hard Disk
- Width: 4 Inch
- Depth: 5.8 Inch
- Height: 1 Inch
- Weight: 1.52 Lbs
Expansion & Connectivity of Dell SAS 12GBPS Hard Disk Drive
- Interfaces: 1 X SAS 12GBPS
- Compatible Bays: 1 X Hot-plug 3.5 Inch
Compatibility
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- Poweredge R750xs
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