Dell Compellent RWM9T-CML 8TB 7.2K NL SAS 3.5" 12Gbps 4K Hard Drive
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About this product
This Dell Compellent RWM9T-CML hard drive offers 8TB of storage capacity within a 3.5-inch form factor. It's a Nearline (NL) SAS drive operating at 7.2K RPM with a 12Gbps interface speed and 4K sector size. Manufactured by HGST, specifically model HUH728080AL4204, it's designed for enterprise storage solutions like Dell Compellent systems.
Our take
For Dell Compellent users or those requiring a reliable, high-capacity Nearline SAS drive, this 8TB unit is a solid choice. The 7.2K RPM and 12Gbps interface provide a good balance of performance and capacity, suitable for archival or less frequently accessed data in an enterprise setting. Being from HGST, a reputable vendor, adds to its reliability. The 4K sector size is modern, but ensure compatibility with your system, especially if integrating into existing arrays.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Massive 8TB storage capacity
- Fast 12Gbps SAS interface
- 7.2K RPM for balanced performance
- Designed for Dell Compellent systems
- 4K sector size
Cons
- Specific to SAS environments
- Higher cost due to enterprise focus
Specifications
- Brand Dell
- Type Hard Drive
- Model HUH728080AL4204
- MPN RWM9T-CML
- Storage Capacity 8TB
- Rotation Speed 7.2K
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- Interface Speed
- 12Gbps
- Vendor
- HGST
