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Silver 3.5 inch SAS hard drive with Dell label

DELL

DELL 0857C3 8TB 3.5" SAS 7.2K 12Gb/s internal hard drive

SKU CH-Z0CS-D3XYX

An 8 TB 3.5-inch SAS hard drive spinning at 7200 RPM with a 12 Gb/s transfer rate for nearline storage

  • PackagingBare Drive
  • InterfaceSAS 12Gb/s
  • Capacity8TB
  • RPM7200 RPM
  • Average Latency12Gb/s
  • Form Factor3.5"
  • 8 TB capacity stores large datasets
  • SAS 12 Gb/s interface enables fast data transfer
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed supports responsive access
  • 5 inch form factor fits standard drive bays
  • Dell part 0857C3 ensures genuine compatibility

Dell 0857C3 8TB SAS drive

The Dell 0857C3 is a new 8TB 3.5-inch internal hard drive built for nearline workloads. It connects through a SAS 12Gb/s interface and spins at 7200 RPM for steady throughput. Supplied as a bare drive without a tray, it carries Dell part number 0857C3.

Suited for capacity-focused arrays

This drive fits servers and storage enclosures that accept 3.5-inch SAS devices and need large sequential capacity at 7.2K speed. It is not for platforms that require a smaller form factor or a different physical interface. Buyers who need higher spindle speeds or lower latency should consider other drive classes.

SAS 12Gb/s interface decides fit

The single specification that determines compatibility is the SAS 12Gb/s interface; the host controller and backplane must support this link rate. Without a matching SAS 12Gb/s connection the drive cannot operate. Verify the controller and cabling before purchase.

Highlights

  • 8 TB capacity stores large datasets
  • SAS 12 Gb/s interface enables fast data transfer
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed supports responsive access
  • 5 inch form factor fits standard drive bays
  • Dell part 0857C3 ensures genuine compatibility

Specifications

BrandDell
Model0857C3
PackagingBare Drive
InterfaceSAS 12Gb/s
Capacity8TB
RPM7200 RPM
Average Latency12Gb/s
Form Factor3.5"

Questions about this item

Will the 3.5" drive fit in a standard 3.5" drive bay?

Yes, the 3.5" form factor matches standard 3.5" internal bays and uses the SAS 12Gb/s interface for connection.

How is the Dell 0857C3 installed, and what step is often missed?

Mount the drive in a 3.5" bay, attach the SAS data and power cables, then ensure the controller recognises the 12Gb/s link speed.

What maintenance will the 7200 RPM SAS drive need over time?

Monitor SMART attributes for reallocated sectors, keep firmware current, and replace the drive if error rates rise.

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