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711DJ Dell 8TB 7.2K RPM 12Gb/s NL SAS 3.5-Inch Hot Plug Hard Drive

SKU:

711DJ

Weight: 1.76 lbs
Condition: Refurbished

✔ 8TB storage capacity.
✔ 7,200 RPM spindle speed.
✔ 12Gbps SAS connectivity.
✔ Standard 3.5-inch drive bay size.
✔ Nearline SAS reliability.
✔ Hot-swap tray compatibility.
✔ Dell PowerEdge certified.
✔ Backup and archive optimized.
✔ Enterprise duty cycle rating.
✔ Power-efficient operation.

In stock

$440.00
Product Overview
This high-capacity nearline SAS drive provides 8TB of reliable storage in a 3.5-inch form factor. Operating at 7,200 RPM with a 12Gbps interface, it delivers cost-effective bulk storage for secondary workloads. The enterprise-class construction ensures dependable operation for archival and backup applications.
General Information
Brand Dell
Part Number 711DJ
Technical Information
Capacity 8TB
Drive Type Internal Hard Drive
Form Factor 3.5-inch
Hot Pluggable Yes
Interfaces/Ports
Interface SAS 12Gb/s
Physical Characteristics
Condition Refurbished
Weight 1.76
Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly Yes


Product Description

Designed for capacity-oriented applications, this drive offers substantial storage density while maintaining enterprise reliability standards. The nearline SAS implementation provides better performance than SATA alternatives while remaining cost-effective for bulk storage deployments. Organizations can deploy these drives for secondary storage tiers with confidence.

Key Features and Specifications:

  • Storage Capacity: 8TB formatted capacity enables consolidation of archival data.
  • Rotational Speed: 7,200 RPM operation balances performance with energy efficiency.
  • Interface Technology: 12Gbps SAS provides full duplex communication capability.
  • Physical Dimensions: Standard 3.5-inch form factor fits most server chassis.
  • Storage Class: Nearline SAS combines enterprise features with economic value.
  • Serviceability: Hot-plug carriers allow non-disruptive maintenance operations.
  • System Compatibility: Verified for Dell PowerEdge server platforms.
  • Workload Suitability: Ideal for sequential access patterns and cold storage.
  • Reliability: Enterprise-grade components ensure long service life.
  • Power Characteristics: Optimized for energy-aware data center operation.

Use Cases

The 711DJ Dell 8TB 7.2K RPM 12Gb/s NL SAS 3.5-Inch Hot Plug Hard Drive is tailored for environments requiring dependable bulk storage with enterprise reliability. It suits organizations managing large-scale archival, backup, or secondary data storage outside of primary transactional databases. IT infrastructures needing cost-effective capacity expansion in rack-mounted servers and storage arrays benefit from its scalable design and hot-swappable capabilities.

How It's Used:

  • Deployed in data center backup clusters for storing periodic snapshots and long-term retention of critical enterprise data.
  • Integrated into secondary storage tiers within virtualization environments to offload cold or infrequently accessed workloads.
  • Used by managed service providers in multi-tenant storage deployments requiring high capacity and cost-efficient reliability.
  • Installed in remote office or branch office (ROBO) servers to maintain local data archives with minimal maintenance overhead.
  • Employed in compliance-driven industries for nearline storage where data integrity and availability are mandated over high-speed access.

This hard drive supports operational efficiency by balancing capacity needs with enterprise-grade durability, facilitating seamless scalability in storage clusters. Its robust design minimizes downtime risks in continuous 24/7 deployments, making it a practical choice for managing secondary data repositories across diverse IT landscapes.


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711DJ Dell 8TB 7.2K RPM 12Gb/s NL SAS 3.5-Inch Hot Plug Hard Drive
711DJ Dell 8TB 7.2K RPM 12Gb/s NL SAS 3.5-Inch Hot Plug Hard Drive
$440.00