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Dell 400-BLBZ Drive
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Increase the storage capacity of your system with the 10TB Hard Drive from Dell. Offering a rotational speed of 7.2K RPM, this drive provides fast disk access. Featuring SAS interface, this hard drive delivers enhanced data transfer speeds.
Please note the following restrictions: VMware does not support 512e or 4Kn hard drives. 4Kn hard drives are only supported on Win 2012 and UEFI boot and some Linux. 512e hard drives are only supported with Win2008R2 or greater and some Linux.
- Offers - 8TB capacity to store large amount of data
- SAS interface delivers high data transfer speeds
- 7.2K RPM spindle speed ensures excellent performance
Dell PowerEdge Servers:
- R740XD
- R640
- R440
- R340
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the specifications of the Dell 400-BLBZ drive?
The Dell 400-BLBZ is an 8 TB hard drive with a 3.5" form factor, designed for server environments. It features SAS (12Gb/s) connectivity, 7200 RPM spindle speed, hot-pluggable capability, and 512e format support. This drive is optimized for high-capacity storage in data center and server applications where reliability and performance are critical.
Is the Dell 400-BLBZ drive hot-pluggable?
Yes, the Dell 400-BLBZ drive features hot-pluggable capability, allowing you to safely remove and install the drive without powering down your server. This is essential for maintaining system uptime during maintenance, upgrades, or drive replacements in production environments.
What interface does the Dell 400-BLBZ use?
The Dell 400-BLBZ uses a 12Gb/s SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface, which provides high-speed, reliable data transfer for enterprise server applications. SAS connectivity is the standard for mission-critical storage solutions and offers superior performance compared to SATA drives in server environments.
What servers is the Dell 400-BLBZ compatible with?
The Dell 400-BLBZ is designed as a server device and is compatible with Dell PowerEdge servers and other enterprise systems that support 3.5" SAS drives with 12Gb/s connectivity. For specific server model compatibility, contact us today to ensure proper integration with your infrastructure.
What does 512e format mean on the Dell 400-BLBZ drive?
512e (512-byte emulation) format means the drive uses 4KB physical sectors internally but emulates 512-byte logical sectors for compatibility with legacy systems and software. This format provides improved performance and efficiency while maintaining backward compatibility with existing server environments.
Where can I purchase the Dell 400-BLBZ drive?
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