Description
Capacity and performance
Capacity and performance are two important factors to consider when choosing a hard disk drive (HDD).
Capacity refers to the amount of storage space available on the HDD. The Dell 6TB 7.2K RPM SAS 6GBPS Form Factor Hard Drive has a capacity of 6 terabytes (TB), which is a large amount of storage space that can store a significant amount of data. This makes it a good option for enterprise storage solutions, data centers, and other high-capacity storage applications.
Performance refers to the speed at which the HDD can access and transfer data. The Dell 6TB 7.2K RPM SAS 6GBPS Form Factor Hard Drive has a rotational speed of 7,200 RPM (revolutions per minute), which is standard for most consumer and enterprise hard drives. This rotational speed allows for fast data access and improved system performance.
Additionally, the Dell 6TB 7.2K RPM SAS 6GBPS Form Factor Hard Drive has a SAS interface with a data transfer rate of 6 Gbps, which allows for fast data transfer rates and improved system performance.
SAS interface and data transfer rate
The SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface is a computer bus and data storage interface that connects host bus adapters to mass storage devices such as hard drives and tape drives. It is designed to replace the older parallel SCSI interface and provides faster data transfer rates, improved scalability, and better fault tolerance.
The data transfer rate of a SAS interface is measured in Gbps (gigabits per second). The Dell 6TB 7.2K RPM SAS 6GBPS Form Factor Hard Drive has a data transfer rate of 6 Gbps, which means that it can transfer data at a maximum rate of 6 billion bits per second. This fast data transfer rate allows for faster data access and improved system performance.
Additionally, the SAS interface allows for multiple hard drives to be connected in a daisy-chain configuration and supports hot-swapping, which allows for easy replacement of a failed drive without disrupting system operation.
Reliability and durability
Reliability and durability are important factors to consider when choosing a hard disk drive (HDD) as they determine the lifespan of the HDD and the likelihood of it failing or malfunctioning.
Reliability of an HDD is typically measured by its MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) rating, which is an estimate of the number of hours the drive will function before failure. The higher the MTBF rating, the more reliable the drive is.
Durability of an HDD is typically measured by its AFR (Annual Failure Rate) rating, which is the percentage of drives that are expected to fail within a certain period of time. A lower AFR rating indicates a more durable drive.
The Dell 6TB 7.2K RPM SAS 6GBPS Form Factor Hard Drive is built with high-quality components and undergoes rigorous testing to ensure reliability and durability. The product’s datasheet does not specify its MTBF or AFR ratings, so it’s hard to say how reliable or durable it is compared to other similar products.
General Information about this Dell 400-AHDN
- Manufacturer: Dell
- Part Number or SKU# 400-AHDN
- Product Type: Hard Disk Drive with Tray
- Interface: SAS 6GBPS
Technical Information for 6TB Hard Drive
- Capacity: 6 TB
- Form Factor: 3.5 Inch
- Spindle Speed: 7200 RPM
- Drive Transfer Rate: 600 GBPS (External)
- Compatible Bays: 1 X Hot-swap – 3.5inch
Dimension and Weight of SAS 6GBPS Hard Disk
- Width: 4 Inch
- Depth: 5.8 Inch
- Height: 1 Inch
- Weight: 1.52 Lbs
Compatibility
- Poweredge R210
- Poweredge R310
- Poweredge R320
- Poweredge R410
- Poweredge R415
- Poweredge R420
- Poweredge R510
- Poweredge R515
- Poweredge R520
- Poweredge R710
- Poweredge R720
- Poweredge R720xd
- Poweredge R730
- Poweredge R730xd
- Poweredge T310
- Poweredge T320
- Poweredge T410
- Poweredge T420
- Poweredge T610
- Poweredge T620
- Poweredge T630
- Poweredge T710
- Powervault Dl2200
Contact us or ask for live chat/help if you have any questions about the compatibility of this item to ensure the model’s matching features with your current system.
