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Silver 3.5 inch SAS hard drive with label showing 8TB capacity

DELL

DELL GKWHP 8TB 7.2K SAS 12Gb/s 3.5" 512e 400-AHJD internal hard drive

SKU CH-7F2F-0W9CQ

8 TB SAS hard drive spins at 7,200 RPM in a 3.5-inch bay for high-capacity server storage

  • InterfaceSAS 12Gb/s
  • Capacity8TB
  • RPM7200 RPM
  • Form Factor3.5"
  • 8 TB capacity stores large datasets
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers responsive throughput
  • SAS 12 Gb/s interface enables fast data transfers
  • 5 inch form factor fits standard drive bays
  • 512e advanced format improves storage efficiency

Dell 8 TB SAS 12 Gb/s Drive

This Dell GKWHP internal hard drive delivers 8 TB of storage on a 3.5-inch form factor. It spins at 7200 RPM and connects through a SAS 12 Gb/s interface. The 512e advanced format ensures compatibility with modern operating systems and applications. It is supplied new in OEM or retail packaging that may vary.

Suited for SAS-Equipped Arrays

The drive fits servers and storage arrays that accept 3.5-inch SAS drives running at 12 Gb/s. It works well for bulk data, backup targets and nearline workloads that benefit from high capacity and sustained throughput. Systems without a SAS controller or with only 2.5-inch bays cannot use this drive. Buyers needing a different interface or a smaller form factor should look elsewhere.

SAS 12 Gb/s Interface Decides Fit

The single specification that determines compatibility is the SAS 12 Gb/s interface. Your backplane, HBA or RAID card must support this exact protocol and speed. Without a matching SAS connection the drive will not function, regardless of capacity or spindle speed. Verify the host connector before purchase.

Highlights

  • 8 TB capacity stores large datasets
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers responsive throughput
  • SAS 12 Gb/s interface enables fast data transfers
  • 5 inch form factor fits standard drive bays
  • 512e advanced format improves storage efficiency

Specifications

InterfaceSAS 12Gb/s
Capacity8TB
RPM7200 RPM
Form Factor3.5"

Questions about this item

Will the 7200 RPM motor require scheduled bearing replacement?

The 7200 RPM spindle is sealed and rated for continuous operation without a published bearing-replacement interval.

Does the SAS 12Gb/s interface or the 7200 RPM platters limit sustained throughput first?

The 7200 RPM platters set the sustained-transfer ceiling; the SAS 12Gb/s link provides headroom above that mechanical limit.

How much heat does the 8TB 7200 RPM drive add to a chassis running all day?

Typical idle power is under 8 W and active seek under 12 W, so the drive adds modest heat that a standard 3.5" bay airflow can dissipate.

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