Name: 8VYM2 Dell EMC 18TB 7.2K RPM 12Gbps SAS 3.5-in Hot-Plug Hard Drive
Brand: Dell EMC
SKU: 8VYM2
Price: 1272.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (124 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell EMC 18TB 7.2K RPM SAS hard drive balances high capacity and dependable speed, fitting well into large-scale enterprise storage setups. It’s designed to manage demanding data environments where uptime and performance are key.

General Information
Brand	Dell EMC
Part Number	8VYM2

Technical Information
Capacity	18TB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	512e
Spindle Speed	7200 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Server

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS 12Gb/s

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes

Product Description
This Dell EMC 18TB hard drive provides large-scale storage combined with reliable performance. It's built for use in enterprise servers and storage arrays where high capacity and consistent speeds matter. Often found in data centers and business environments, it serves IT professionals managing demanding workloads. The hot-plug feature allows for quick replacement without downtime, making it ideal for critical systems. Key Features High storage density suitable for large databases and backups Fast SAS interface designed to handle heavy data loads efficiently Enterprise-grade reliability to support continuous operation Hot-swappable design simplifies drive replacement and upgrades 512e format to maximize compatibility with various host systems These drives are typically deployed in enterprise storage solutions, providing a balance between capacity and speed. Their role is crucial in maintaining data availability while supporting intensive read/write tasks without interruption.

Use Cases
The Dell EMC 18TB 7.2K RPM SAS hard drive is commonly deployed in enterprise data centers where large datasets require reliable storage with balanced performance. IT environments supporting virtualization and database management benefit from its capacity and SAS interface, enabling efficient data throughput and uptime. How It's Used: Storage clusters in cloud service provider infrastructures requiring high-capacity drives for scalable data growth. Virtualization platforms hosting multiple virtual machines that demand consistent I/O performance and large storage pools. Enterprise backup systems that store extensive data archives with a need for reliable, hot-swappable drives to minimize downtime. High-density rack deployments in financial institutions processing large transactional data volumes securely and efficiently. Remote office/server setups requiring robust storage solutions to support local data caching and replication to central data centers. This drive supports operational efficiency by delivering sustained throughput and reliability in data-intensive environments, facilitating scalability as storage demands increase. Its hot-plug capability simplifies maintenance, enabling seamless integration into evolving IT infrastructures.