Name: Dell EMC MXC46 16TB 7.2K RPM SAS 12Gbps 512e 3.5in Hot-Plug Hard Drive with Kit
Brand: Dell EMC
SKU: MXC46
Price: 1089.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell EMC MXC46 16TB 7.2K RPM SAS hard drive serves as a high-capacity storage option designed for enterprise use. It fits into 3.5-inch bays with hot-plug capability, making it convenient for maintenance in rack-mounted storage systems. This drive balances large storage demands with stable performance, commonly supporting data center operations and servers where reliability and speed matter.

General Information
Brand	Dell EMC
Part Number	MXC46

Technical Information
Capacity	16TB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	SAS 12Gbps,512e
Spindle Speed	7200 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Server
MTBF	2000000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS 12Gb/s

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

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
The Dell EMC MXC46 16TB hard drive is designed to store substantial amounts of data while maintaining efficient access speeds. Often found in enterprise storage arrays, it combines high capacity with dependable performance suitable for data centers and heavy workloads. This drive is built for IT professionals managing large databases, virtualization environments, or backup solutions, providing a reliable solution that fits well within Dell EMC storage configurations. Key Features Offers 16TB of storage space ideal for extensive data collections Operates at 7,200 RPM balancing spin speed and heat output Utilizes SAS 12Gbps interface for robust and quick data transfer Employs 512e sector technology enhancing compatibility and efficiency Hot-plug capable 3.5-inch form factor eases drive swaps in rack setups You’ll typically see this drive deployed in mid to large-scale storage systems where uptime and capacity are key. It handles demanding workloads without compromising on access speed, contributing to smooth data management in enterprise environments.

Use Cases
The Dell EMC MXC46 16TB SAS hard drive is ideal for enterprise environments requiring high-capacity, reliable storage integrated into rack-mounted servers and storage arrays. IT teams managing virtualization workloads and data-intensive applications benefit from its hot-plug capability and robust performance over SAS interfaces. How It's Used: Deployment in data center storage clusters handling large-scale backup and archival tasks. Integration within virtualization environments to support multiple virtual machines with stable throughput. Use in enterprise IT infrastructures requiring scalable storage expansion without downtime. Implementation in high-availability server systems where hot-swappable drives reduce maintenance windows. Support for edge computing nodes needing balanced performance and capacity in compact rack form factors. This hard drive supports operational efficiency by enabling seamless storage scaling and quick serviceability in critical enterprise systems. Its balance of capacity and interface speed aligns with demands for consistent data availability and performance in professional IT deployments.