The Dell 16 TB 7.2 K RPM SAS 3.5-inch Hard Drive is an enterprise-grade storage solution designed for servers, storage arrays, and data centers that require high-capacity, reliable, and high-throughput data storage. With a Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) 12 Gbps interface, this drive delivers enhanced performance and dependable data transfer for demanding workloads such as virtualization, database storage, backup systems, and large-scale archival storage.
Built to be compatible with many Dell systems (such as PowerEdge and PowerVault platforms), this drive features a standard 3.5-inch form factor and enterprise-ready durability to support continuous operation in critical business environments.
16 TB Storage Capacity – Massive space for large datasets, backups, and extensive file repositories.
7,200 RPM Rotational Speed – Good balance of performance and power efficiency for high-throughput applications.
SAS 12 Gbps Interface – Enterprise-grade interface delivers faster and more reliable data transfer than standard SATA.
3.5-inch Form Factor – Standard large form factor (LFF) compatible with most rack/tower servers.
Hot-pluggable/Hot-swappable – Simplifies maintenance and reduces downtime in server environments (when supported).
512e Advanced Format – Enhanced compatibility with modern storage systems and efficient use of capacity.
Enterprise-Grade Durability – Designed for demanding 24/7 operations.
Wide Server Support – Works with many Dell PowerEdge and PowerVault systems.
Backward Compatible SAS Support – Often compatible with legacy SAS controllers (e.g., 6 Gbps, 3 Gbps) depending on system.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Storage Capacity | 16 TB (Terabytes) |
| Interface | SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) – 12 Gbps |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch (LFF) |
| Rotational Speed | 7,200 RPM |
| Data Transfer Rate | Up to 12 Gbps |
| Advanced Format | 512e (512-byte emulation) |
| Hot-Plug Support | Yes (on supported backplanes) |
| Optimized For | Enterprise servers, storage arrays, data center use |
| Compatibility | Dell PowerEdge / PowerVault systems and other SAS-ready hosts |
| Typical Use Cases | Virtualization, databases, backups, large file storage |
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