Name: R3P5W Dell 16TB Hard Drive SAS FIPS-140 7200 RPM 12Gbps 512e 3.5inch Hot-Plug
Brand: Dell
SKU: R3P5W
Price: 1160.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The R3P5W Dell 16TB Hard Drive offers a blend of high-capacity storage and security features designed for enterprise use. It fits seamlessly in server environments requiring fast, reliable access to large datasets while meeting strict security standards like FIPS 140-2. Its hot-plug capability ensures easy replacement or expansion without disrupting operations.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	R3P5W

Technical Information
Capacity	16TB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	512e
Cache	256MB
Spindle Speed	7200 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Servers,Enterprise,Data Center
MTBF	2,000,000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS 12Gb/s

Physical Characteristics
Height	1.028
Width	4.0
Depth	5.787
Dimensions	1.028 x 4.0 x 5.787 inches
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes

Product Description
This 16TB hard drive is built for robust storage needs, combining high capacity with reliable performance. Commonly found in data centers and enterprise environments, it ensures large volumes of data are stored securely and accessed quickly. Designed with FIPS 140-2 compliance, it's ideal for organizations requiring enhanced data protection, such as government agencies or financial institutions. IT professionals often integrate this drive into servers where uptime and security are critical. Key Features High capacity of 16TB supports extensive data storage demands 7200 RPM spindle speed balances performance and power efficiency 12Gbps SAS interface provides rapid data transfer rates FIPS 140-2 certification adds an extra layer of security Hot-plug 3.5-inch form factor simplifies maintenance and upgrades Typically deployed in enterprise storage arrays and server systems, this drive plays a key role in maintaining data integrity and availability. Its secure and speedy performance helps minimize downtime and supports demanding workloads without compromise.

Use Cases
The R3P5W Dell 16TB SAS Hard Drive is ideally suited for high-demand enterprise server environments where large-scale data storage and stringent security compliance are critical. It benefits IT professionals managing data-intensive applications requiring secure, high-throughput storage solutions. How It's Used: Deployed in data center storage clusters supporting virtualization workloads to ensure secure and reliable data access. Integrated into enterprise IT infrastructures requiring FIPS 140-2 compliant drives for regulated industries such as finance and healthcare. Used in rack-mounted server environments where hot-plug capability enables rapid hardware maintenance without downtime. Implemented in high-capacity archival systems that demand sustained data integrity and fast retrieval speeds. Suitable for edge computing deployments that need robust, secure storage with scalable capacity near data sources. This hard drive enhances operational efficiency by combining large storage capacity with secure, fast data transfer capabilities, supporting scalable growth and minimizing service interruptions in complex IT environments.