Name: HDEPM21GEA51 Toshiba 12TB 12Gb/s SAS 7200RPM 3.5-Inch HDD 256MB Cache
Brand: Toshiba
SKU: HDEPM21GEA51
Price: 320.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Toshiba 12TB 12Gb/s SAS 7200RPM 3.5-Inch Hard Disk Drive is a dependable storage device designed for enterprise-grade applications. It fits well in server and data center environments where high capacity and stable performance are essential for managing large volumes of data efficiently.

General Information
Brand	Toshiba
Part Number	HDEPM21GEA51

Technical Information
Capacity	12TB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	3.5-inch
Cache	256MB
Spindle Speed	7200 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
MTBF	2,500,000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS 12Gb/s

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

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, TUV

Product Description
This Toshiba hard disk drive is built for enterprise environments requiring large storage and dependable performance. The 12TB capacity accommodates vast data sets, making it suitable for data centers, servers, and backup systems. The drive uses a 12Gb/s SAS interface, allowing it to integrate smoothly into existing high-speed storage arrays. Often found in professional IT setups, this 3.5-inch HDD suits organizations that need a balance of capacity and speed without compromising reliability. IT administrators and storage managers benefit from its robust design and consistent performance, especially in multi-drive configurations. Key Features High-capacity 12TB provides ample space for enterprise data Fast 12Gb/s SAS interface supports quick data access and transfer 7200RPM speed reduces latency in data retrieval 256MB cache enhances handling of large workloads Designed for durability in continuous operation environments This hard drive is commonly deployed in rack-mounted servers and storage arrays where data integrity and speed are crucial. Its role in large-scale storage solutions helps maintain smooth workflows and reliable access to critical information without frequent downtime.

Use Cases
The Toshiba 12TB 12Gb/s SAS 7200RPM 3.5-Inch Hard Disk Drive is ideal for enterprise storage solutions requiring high capacity and reliable throughput. It is suited for data centers, virtualization farms, and large-scale storage clusters where sustained performance and large data volume handling are critical. How It's Used: Deployments in enterprise data centers to support high-capacity storage arrays for mission-critical applications. Integration in virtualization environments to provide stable and scalable storage for multiple virtual machines. Use in storage clusters requiring consistent high-speed data access and large cache for improved I/O efficiency. Implementation in rack servers within SMB IT infrastructures handling extensive archival or fast transactional data. Edge computing nodes that need reliable, high-density storage for processing large datasets locally before cloud transfer. This hard drive enhances operational efficiency by delivering consistent performance and capacity scalability in demanding environments. Its design supports IT infrastructures that rely on dependable storage throughput to maintain workload stability and data integrity.