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DELL FVX7C 2TB 2.5" SAS 12Gb/s 7200 RPM
A 2.5-inch SAS 12Gb/s 7200 RPM drive with 2TB capacity for nearline storage
- PackagingBare Drive
- InterfaceSAS 12Gb/s
- Capacity2TB
- RPM7200 RPM
- Average Latency12Gb/s
- Form Factor2.5"
- SAS 12Gb/s interface doubles data throughput for faster storage performance
- 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers responsive nearline access for demanding workloads
- 2TB capacity provides ample space for enterprise data storage needs
- 5-inch form factor fits dense server and storage array configurations
- Hot-swap capability enables drive replacement without system downtime
Dell FVX7C 2TB SAS Drive
The Dell FVX7C is a 2TB 2.5-inch nearline SAS hard drive spinning at 7200 RPM. It is built for servers and storage arrays that require 12Gb/s SAS connectivity and hot-swap capability. The drive suits administrators expanding capacity in compatible Dell PowerEdge or equivalent enterprise chassis.
SAS 12Gb/s Interface Limits
The SAS 2.0 interface runs at 12Gb/s, doubling the throughput of the previous 6Gb/s generation. This bandwidth supports larger topologies with more expanders, host bus adapters and RAID controllers across storage arrays. Signal integrity is maintained over longer cable runs, but the drive remains bound by the mechanical latency of a 7200 RPM spindle.
Compatibility Checks Before Ordering
Verify that your system provides a 2.5-inch SAS drive bay with a 12Gb/s backplane or controller. Confirm the RAID controller or HBA supports SAS 2.0 and the nearline workload profile. Ensure the chassis supports hot-swap insertion if that feature is required for your maintenance workflow.
Highlights
- SAS 12Gb/s interface doubles data throughput for faster storage performance
- 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers responsive nearline access for demanding workloads
- 2TB capacity provides ample space for enterprise data storage needs
- 5-inch form factor fits dense server and storage array configurations
- Hot-swap capability enables drive replacement without system downtime
Specifications
| Brand | Dell |
|---|---|
| Model | FVX7C |
| Packaging | Bare Drive |
| Interface | SAS 12Gb/s |
| Capacity | 2TB |
| RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Average Latency | 12Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 2.5" |
Questions about this item
Should I pick the 2.5-inch 2 TB 7200 RPM nearline SAS drive or a different capacity for my array?
The 2 TB model fits a 2.5-inch bay and spins at 7200 RPM, so choose it when you need that capacity in a small-form-factor SAS slot; other capacities would have their own part numbers.
What does the 12 Gb/s SAS 2.0 rating deliver inside a server?
It doubles the signal rate over the previous 6 Gb/s generation, giving higher sustained throughput and better signal integrity across longer cables and larger topologies.
How does the SAS 12 Gb/s interface limit real-world speed?
The drive’s SAS 2.0 link caps the bus at 12 Gb/s, so actual transfer rates cannot exceed that ceiling regardless of the controller or backplane used.
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