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DELL

DELL KP22D 6TB 3.5" SATA 7.2K 7200 RPM internal hard drive

SKU CH-DNMV-CV0NH

A 6 TB 3.5" SATA hard drive spinning at 7200 RPM with a 6 Gb/s transfer rate and hot-swap tray for server storage

  • PackagingBare Drive
  • InterfaceSATA
  • Capacity6TB
  • RPM7200 RPM
  • Average Latency6Gb/s
  • UsageIdeal for Servers
  • 6 TB capacity stores large datasets
  • 7200 RPM spindle delivers fast sequential access
  • SATA 6 Gb/s interface fits standard controllers
  • 5 inch form factor suits server bays
  • Hot-swap tray enables drive changes without downtime

Dell KP22D 6TB 3.5" SATA drive

The Dell KP22D is a 6TB 3.5-inch internal hard drive with a SATA 6Gb/s interface and a 7200 RPM spindle speed. It is supplied as a bare drive with a hot-swap tray for tool-less installation. The unit is built for continuous operation in server and storage arrays.

Suited for server storage arrays.

This drive fits servers and NAS enclosures that accept 3.5-inch hot-swap SATA bays and need high-capacity bulk storage. It is not intended for laptops, small-form-factor desktops or external enclosures that require 2.5-inch drives or USB connectivity. Buyers who need silent operation or solid-state speed should consider a different drive type.

7200 RPM spindle speed

The 7200 RPM rotation rate determines the drive's sustained throughput and access latency for sequential workloads such as video surveillance recording and archival storage. Verify that the host system supports 3.5-inch SATA hot-swap bays and can provide adequate cooling for continuous 7.2K operation.

Highlights

  • 6 TB capacity stores large datasets
  • 7200 RPM spindle delivers fast sequential access
  • SATA 6 Gb/s interface fits standard controllers
  • 5 inch form factor suits server bays
  • Hot-swap tray enables drive changes without downtime

Specifications

BrandDell
ModelKP22D
PackagingBare Drive
InterfaceSATA
Capacity6TB
RPM7200 RPM
Average Latency6Gb/s
UsageIdeal for Servers
Form Factor3.5"

Questions about this item

How does the 7200 RPM speed translate to real-world performance inside a desktop?

The 7200 RPM spindle delivers faster sequential read and write speeds than slower drives, reducing load times for large files and improving responsiveness in everyday desktop tasks.

What does the SATA 6Gb/s interface limit in actual use?

The SATA 6Gb/s link caps maximum transfer throughput at 6 gigabits per second, so sustained speeds will not exceed this ceiling even if the drive mechanics could go faster.

Will this 3.5-inch hot-swap tray fit a standard desktop drive bay?

The drive uses a 3.5-inch form factor with a hot-swap tray designed for server bays; it will not screw directly into a typical fixed desktop bay without a compatible caddy or backplane.

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