DELL
DELL 2TB 2.5" SAS 7200 RPM 12Gb/s internal hard drive
A 2.5-inch SAS hard drive spinning at 7200 RPM with a 12 Gb/s interface for nearline storage
- NAND Flash Memory TypeSLC
- 2TB capacity stores large datasets
- 12Gb/s SAS interface moves data quickly
- 7200 RPM spindle delivers responsive performance
- 5-inch form factor fits dense chassis
Nearline SAS 2 TB drive
The Dell 2 TB 2.5 inch nearline SAS hard drive spins at 7200 RPM and connects through a 12 Gb/s SAS interface. It is built for desktop systems that need reliable bulk storage with enterprise-grade signalling. ||
Thermals and power in normal use
The 7200 RPM spindle and SAS controller generate measurable heat under sustained workloads, so adequate chassis airflow is required. Acoustic output is typical for a 2.5 inch nearline drive at this spindle speed. Power draw scales with seek activity and sequential throughput.
Highlights
- 2TB capacity stores large datasets
- 12Gb/s SAS interface moves data quickly
- 7200 RPM spindle delivers responsive performance
- 5-inch form factor fits dense chassis
Specifications
| NAND Flash Memory Type | SLC |
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Questions about this item
How do I install this 2.5" SAS drive and which step is often missed?
Mount the 2.5" drive in a compatible bay, connect the SAS data and power cables, then enable the 12Gb/s link in the controller BIOS — the step most people miss is setting the correct SAS link speed before the OS loads.
What maintenance will this 7200 RPM SAS drive need later?
Run periodic SMART checks and controller patrol reads; replace the drive if reallocated sectors rise or if the SAS PHY error counters climb, as the 7200 RPM Nearline mechanism has no user-serviceable parts.
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