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Silver 3.5 inch hard drive with mounted caddy tray

DELL

DELL 9YZ162-036 500GB 7200RPM SATA 3.5in internal hard drive

SKU CH-324Z-0NHS5

A 500 GB, 7 200 RPM desktop hard drive with a 3.5-inch SATA 6 Gb/s interface and 64 MB cache, supplied new with a Dell caddy

  • 500 GB capacity stores large data sets
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed enables fast sequential access
  • 64 MB cache buffers bursts for smoother throughput
  • SATA 6 Gb/s interface connects to standard desktop controllers
  • Ships with Dell R-series caddy for tool-less 3.5 in bay installation

Dell 500 GB 3.5" SATA Drive

The Dell 9YZ162-036 is a 500 GB 7200 RPM internal hard drive built for 3.5-inch desktop bays. It connects through a SATA 6 Gb/s interface and includes a 64 MB cache buffer. The drive is suited for users adding bulk storage to a workstation or server that accepts standard LFF trays.

Ships With R-Series Caddy

A Dell R-Series caddy is included so the drive slides directly into compatible Dell chassis without extra hardware. The tray matches the locking points and screw holes of supported systems, removing the need to source a separate bracket. This saves installation time and avoids fitment issues in tool-less bays.

Enterprise-Grade 3.5" Build

The drive uses a 3.5-inch LFF form factor weighing 2.0 pounds, constructed for continuous operation in rack or tower environments. Its SATA data and power connectors follow the standard layout, ensuring compatibility with common backplanes and cables. The SAS-labelled firmware runs on the SATA interface, so the unit works in controllers that expect SATA signalling.

Highlights

  • 500 GB capacity stores large data sets
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed enables fast sequential access
  • 64 MB cache buffers bursts for smoother throughput
  • SATA 6 Gb/s interface connects to standard desktop controllers
  • Ships with Dell R-series caddy for tool-less 3.5 in bay installation

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

Does the 64MB cache on the ST500NM0011 need any firmware updates or replacement over time?

The 64MB cache is a fixed hardware buffer on the drive and does not require firmware updates or separate replacement during its service life.

What limits the ST500NM0011 first when it runs at 7200RPM for long periods?

The 6Gb/s SATA interface and mechanical 7200RPM rotation set the sustained throughput ceiling before any other factor becomes the bottleneck.

How much heat and noise does the 3.5in 500GB drive produce in all-day operation?

As a 7200RPM 3.5in mechanical drive it generates audible seek noise and measurable heat; ensure the chassis has adequate airflow for continuous use.

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