Description
Product Information
The Dell YP778 300GB 15K RPM SAS-3GBPS Hard Disk Drive With Tray For Server is a high-performance hard drive designed for use in servers. This article will provide an in-depth explanation of the features and benefits of this hard drive.
Before we dive into the details of the Dell YP778 hard drive, let’s take a moment to understand what a server is. A server is a computer system that provides network services to other computers. These services can include email, file sharing, and website hosting. Servers typically have more processing power and storage capacity than a typical desktop computer, making them better suited for handling large volumes of data and processing requests from multiple clients simultaneously.
A hard disk drive (HDD) is a type of data storage device that stores digital information on spinning disks. The disks are coated with a magnetic material that stores data in the form of tiny magnetic fields. A read/write head moves across the spinning disk to read and write data to and from the disk.
Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) is a type of interface used to connect storage devices, such as hard drives and solid-state drives, to a computer system. SAS-3GBPS is a version of the SAS interface that provides a data transfer rate of up to 3 gigabits per second. This high data transfer rate allows for faster data access and faster data transfer speeds.
Features
Features of the Dell YP778 Hard Drive Now that we understand the basics of servers, hard disk drives, and SAS-3GBPS, let’s take a closer look at the features of the Dell YP778 hard drive
300GB Storage Capacity – This hard drive has a storage capacity of 300GB, which is more than enough for most server applications.
15K RPM – The hard drive spins at 15,000 revolutions per minute (RPM), which allows for faster data access and transfer speeds than a standard 7200 RPM hard drive.
SAS-3GBPS Interface – The hard drive uses the SAS-3GBPS interface, which provides fast data transfer rates of up to 3 gigabits per second.
Hot-Swappable – The hard drive is hot-swappable, which means it can be replaced or removed while the server is still running. This allows for easy maintenance and upgrades without having to power down the server.
Compatibility – The Dell YP778 hard drive is compatible with a wide range of DELL PowerEdge servers, including the PowerEdge R710, R720, R720XD, T610, T620, and T710.
Benefits
The Dell YP778 Hard Drive The Dell YP778 hard drive offers several benefits for server administrators
Improved Performance – The high-speed 15K RPM spinning rate and 3 gigabits per second data transfer rate of the SAS-3GBPS interface provide improved performance for server applications that require fast data access and transfer speeds.
Reliability – Dell is a well-known and trusted brand in the computer industry, and the DELL YP778 hard drive is built to meet their high standards for reliability and durability.
Hot-Swappable – The hot-swappable feature of the Dell YP778 hard drive allows for easy maintenance and upgrades without having to power down the server. This can save time and minimize downtime.
Compatibility – The Dell YP778 hard drive is compatible with a wide range of DELL PowerEdge servers, which allows for easy integration into existing server systems.
Data Security – The Dell YP778 hard drive supports hardware-based encryption, which helps to protect sensitive data stored on the hard drive from unauthorized access.
General Information
- Manufacturer: Dell
- Part Number or SKU# YP778
- Type: Hard Disk Drive
- Interface: SAS-3GBPS
Technical Features
- Capacity: 300GB
- Spindle Speed: 15000RPM
- Seek Time 4.5ms
- HotSwap Yes
- Manufacturer Dell
- Pre-Failure Warranty Yes
- Hot Swap Tray Included/Attached
Dimension and Weight
- Width: 4 Inch
- Depth: 5.8 Inch
- Height: 1 Inch
- Weight: 1.52 Lbs
Compatibility
- Dell PowerEdge: 850 860 1900 1950 (Gen I,II,III) 2900 (Gen I,II,III) 2950 (Gen I,II,III), 2970 6850 6950 840 860 Servers.
- Dell PowerEdge SC-Series: SC1430 SC1435 SC440 Servers.
- Dell PowerVault M-series: MD1000 MD3000 MD3000i Arrays.
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