Name: 341-8714 Dell 73GB 15K RPM 3Gb/s SAS 2.5-Inch Server Hard Drive
Brand: Dell
SKU: 341-8714
Price: 66.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell 341-8714 is a 73GB hard drive designed for high-performance enterprise applications, featuring a spindle speed of 15,000 RPM for rapid data access. With a SAS 3 Gb/s interface, it supports data transfer rates of up to 3 Gb/s, ensuring efficient performance in data-intensive tasks. The 2.5-inch form factor and 16MB cache enhance compatibility and processing efficiency, while the drive's average latency of 2.0 ms and MTBF of 1.6 million hours provide exceptional reliability for critical workloads. This hard drive is an ideal choice for organizations looking to upgrade their storage capabilities with a dependable, high-speed solution.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	341-8714

Technical Information
Capacity	73GB
Drive Type	Internal (SSD)
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Disk Format	512n
Cache	16MB
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM
MTBF	1.6 Million Hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	0.50

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC

Product Description
The Dell 341-8714 is a high-performance 73GB hard drive designed for enterprise environments that require speed and reliability. Operating at a spindle speed of 15,000 RPM, this drive provides exceptional access times, making it ideal for applications that demand quick data retrieval and processing. With a SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface supporting data transfer rates of up to 3 Gb/s, the Dell 73GB hard drive enhances overall system performance. This 2.5-inch hard drive features a cache of 16MB, which improves data processing efficiency, allowing for quicker access to frequently used information. Designed with a disk format of 512n (512 bytes per sector), it ensures compatibility with modern systems. The average latency of just 2.0 ms and a mean time between failures (MTBF) of 1.6 million hours highlight the drive's reliability for mission-critical workloads. Ideal for use in high-demand applications such as databases and virtualization, the Dell 341-8714 is an excellent choice for organizations looking to enhance their storage capabilities with a dependable, high-speed hard drive. Key Features: Capacity: 73GB, suitable for critical applications and data storage. Spindle Speed: 15,000 RPM for fast access and improved performance. Interface: SAS 3 Gb/s for efficient data transfers. Data Transfer Rate: Up to 3 Gb/s, perfect for data-intensive tasks. Form Factor: 2.5-inch design for compatibility with various server configurations. Cache: 16MB for enhanced data processing efficiency. Average Latency: 2.0 ms for quick data access. Disk Format: 512n (512 bytes per sector) for modern compatibility. MTBF: 1.6 million hours, indicating high reliability and durability. The Dell 341-8714 73GB 15K RPM SAS Hard Drive is a robust storage solution tailored for enterprise environments, delivering high performance and reliability for demanding applications.

Use Cases
The Dell 341-8714 73GB 15K RPM SAS hard drive is tailored for enterprise IT environments demanding high-performance storage with low latency. It is particularly suited for data centers and virtualized infrastructures where rapid access to transactional data is critical for application responsiveness and operational continuity. How It's Used: Supporting high-transaction databases in financial services data centers requiring consistent high throughput and low latency. Enabling virtual machine storage in enterprise virtualization environments where fast I/O speeds improve overall system responsiveness. Deploying in rack-mounted server arrays for real-time analytics workloads that depend on quick data retrieval. Utilized in storage clusters for cloud service providers to maintain performance levels under heavy multi-tenant loads. Implementing in edge computing nodes where compact form factor and reliability are essential for distributed processing. This drive enhances operational efficiency by providing rapid data access and reliable performance necessary for demanding workloads. Its compatibility with SAS infrastructure supports scalable deployment options, making it a practical choice for IT strategies focused on high availability and performance optimization.