Name: 161-BCNH Dell 24TB 7.2K RPM SAS 12Gb/s 3.5-Inch Hot-Plug HDD
Brand: Dell
SKU: 161-BCNH
Price: 1.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (122 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell 24TB 7.2K RPM SAS drive offers significant storage in a 3.5-inch hot-plug form factor, compatible with systems supporting SAS 12Gb/s interfaces. Its 512e sector size and 512MB cache contribute to effective data handling, making it suitable for large-scale storage applications in server and storage array environments.

General Information
Brand	Dell

Technical Information
Capacity	24TB
Drive Type	Internal Hard Drive
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	512e
Cache	512MB
Spindle Speed	7200 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Servers,Storage Arrays,Dell PowerEdge
MTBF	2,500,000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS 12Gb/s

Physical Characteristics
Height	26.1mm
Width	101.6mm
Depth	147mm
Dimensions	26.1mm x 101.6mm x 147mm
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
The Dell 24TB 7.2K RPM SAS 12Gb/s 512e 512MB 3.5-Inch Hot-Plug Hard Drive with Tray is designed to provide substantial storage capacity suited for enterprise environments. It is commonly employed in data centers and server platforms requiring large-scale storage capabilities with reliable data transfer rates. IT professionals and system administrators typically utilize this hard drive to expand storage pools without sacrificing access speed. This hard drive features a 12Gb/s SAS interface supporting high-throughput connections and a 512MB cache to optimize data buffering. Its 7,200 RPM spindle speed balances performance with power consumption, suitable for mixed workload scenarios. Key Features 24TB storage capacity accommodating large datasets 7,200 RPM spindle speed for consistent access times 12Gb/s SAS interface ensuring robust connectivity 512MB cache enhancing data transfer efficiency 3.5-inch form factor with hot-plug capability for ease of maintenance This hard drive provides a practical solution for enterprises managing substantial amounts of data. Its design facilitates integration into existing storage arrays and servers, supporting operational needs where capacity and standard SAS connectivity are essential.

Use Cases
This Dell hard drive is typically used in enterprise storage systems requiring high capacity and standard SAS connectivity. It is suitable for environments where data archival, backup, or bulk storage is necessary, serving IT departments managing large data reservoirs. How It's Used: Expansion of server and storage array capacity in data centers Archival storage for large-scale enterprise data retention Backup storage within multi-drive RAID configurations Use in mixed workload environments balancing capacity and access speed Replacement or upgrade of existing SAS drives in compatible systems Its role is to extend storage capabilities while ensuring compatibility with standard SAS infrastructures. The hot-plug feature supports maintenance without downtime, aiding operational continuity in server environments.

FAQ's
What interface does the 161-BCNH Dell hard drive use? The 161-BCNH Dell hard drive uses a 12Gb/s SAS interface designed for enterprise storage systems. What is the rotational speed of this Dell hard drive? This hard drive operates at 7,200 RPM, balancing data access speed and power consumption. Is the 161-BCNH hard drive hot-pluggable? Yes, the Dell 161-BCNH comes in a 3.5-inch hot-plug form factor suitable for easy maintenance. What cache size does this Dell hard drive have? The hard drive includes a 512MB cache to assist with data transfer efficiency. What sector size does the 161-BCNH support? It supports a 512e sector size, which is commonly used in enterprise storage. What capacity does the Dell 161-BCNH provide? The Dell 161-BCNH hard drive offers a capacity of 24TB for large-scale data storage needs.