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DELL

DELL KCVF5 4TB 3.5" SAS 12Gb/s 7200 RPM internal hard drive

SKU CH-3A54-6STBW

A 4 TB 3.5" SAS hard drive spinning at 7200 RPM with a 12 Gb/s interface for hot-swap nearline storage

  • InterfaceSAS 12Gb/s
  • Capacity4TB
  • RPM7200 RPM
  • Form Factor3.5"
  • 4 TB capacity stores large data sets
  • SAS 12 Gb/s interface moves files quickly
  • 7200 RPM spindle keeps access responsive
  • 5 inch form factor fits standard bays
  • Hot-swap tray enables drive changes without downtime

Dell KCVF5 4TB Nearline SAS Drive

The Dell KCVF5 is a 4TB 3.5-inch internal hard drive built for nearline storage workloads. It spins at 7200 RPM and connects through a SAS 12Gb/s interface. The drive is supplied new in retail or OEM packaging.

Suited for servers and storage arrays that accept

This drive fits systems with hot-swap bays and controllers that support the SAS 12Gb/s protocol. It is not for platforms limited to smaller form factors or interfaces other than SAS. Buyers needing higher capacities or different physical sizes should consider other models.

SAS 12Gb/s interface determines compatibility

The single specification that decides fitment is the SAS 12Gb/s interface. The host backplane and controller must provide a matching SAS connection for the drive to operate. Verify that your chassis and controller support this interface before purchase.

Highlights

  • 4 TB capacity stores large data sets
  • SAS 12 Gb/s interface moves files quickly
  • 7200 RPM spindle keeps access responsive
  • 5 inch form factor fits standard bays
  • Hot-swap tray enables drive changes without downtime

Specifications

BrandDell
ModelKCVF5
InterfaceSAS 12Gb/s
Capacity4TB
RPM7200 RPM
Form Factor3.5"

Questions about this item

What does the 7200 RPM speed mean for everyday file access?

The 7200 RPM spindle delivers the sustained throughput expected from a nearline SAS drive, keeping large sequential reads and writes steady during backups or media workloads.

How does the SAS 12Gb/s interface limit real-world transfer rates?

The 12Gb/s SAS link sets the ceiling at 12 gigabits per second; actual throughput will be lower once protocol overhead and the drive’s own media speed are taken into account.

Will this 3.5" drive fit in a standard hot-swap tray?

Yes, the 3.5-inch form factor and hot-swap tray type match common server and storage array bays designed for SAS nearline drives.

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