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This high-performance Dell 1.8TB 10K SAS 12Gb/s 2.5" SFF Enterprise Hard Drive (Dell Part Number: 2TRM4, Model: AL14SEB18EQY) is designed for mission-critical server environments. Part of the Toshiba AL14SEB series, this drive offers a balanced combination of high capacity, enterprise-grade reliability, and fast rotational speeds, making it an ideal choice for data centers and high-density storage arrays.
Product Specifications:
This drive is engineered for 24/7 operation in enterprise hardware, featuring the following core specs:
Capacity: 1.8 TB
Rotational Speed: 10,000 RPM (10K)
Interface: SAS 12Gb/s (Serial Attached SCSI)
Form Factor: 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF)
Buffer/Cache: 128 MB
Data Transfer Rate: Up to 1200 MB/s (Interface speed)
Sector Format: 512e (Advanced Format)
Performance and Reliability:
The AL14SEB18EQY is built to handle heavy random-read/write workloads. Key features include:
12Gb/s SAS Interface: Provides double the data throughput of older 6Gb/s SAS drives, reducing latency and bottlenecks in high-traffic servers.
Persistent Write Cache (PWC) Technology: Enhances data integrity and performance during sudden power-loss events.
Enterprise Endurance: Rated for a 2.0 million hour Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF), designed for the rigorous demands of Tier-1 storage applications.
Compatibility and Form Factor:
As a Small Form Factor (SFF) drive, the 2TRM4 is designed to fit into 2.5-inch drive bays or 3.5-inch hybrid trays. It is commonly used in Dell PowerEdge servers and PowerVault storage arrays, including:
PowerEdge R-Series: R430, R630, R730, R730xd, R830, R930
PowerEdge T-Series: T430, T630
PowerVault Arrays: MD1220, MD1420, MD3420