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Silver 3.5 inch SATA hard drive with black caddy tray

DELL

DELL MG04ACA100NY 1TB 7.2K RPM 3.5" SATA internal hard drive

SKU CH-0T4Q-MQAN8

1 TB desktop hard drive spins at 7200 RPM with a 128 MB cache and includes an R-series caddy

  • Enterprise-grade reliability for continuous workloads
  • 1000 GB capacity stores large datasets and backups
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers responsive data access
  • 128 MB cache buffers bursts for smoother throughput
  • Includes R Series caddy for quick 3.5 inch bay installation

Enterprise storage capacity

This Dell MG04ACA100NY is a 1000GB enterprise-class hard drive built for desktop internal bays. It spins at 7200RPM and connects through a SATA 6Gb/s interface with a 128MB cache buffer. The drive includes an R Series caddy for direct installation in compatible Dell systems. It suits administrators who need reliable bulk storage for servers or workstations.

Thermals and power in normal use

The 3.5-inch form factor allows heat to dissipate across a larger surface than smaller drives. At 7.2K RPM the motor draws modest power during typical read and write operations. Acoustic output remains low enough for office or rack environments without active cooling directed at the drive. The SATA interface negotiates power states automatically during idle periods.

Sustained load behaviour

Under continuous workloads the 7200RPM spindle maintains consistent throughput for sequential transfers. The 128MB cache absorbs write bursts before committing data to platters. Enterprise firmware prioritises error recovery and RAID compatibility over desktop optimisations. The drive is not intended for high-IOPS transactional databases or boot volumes demanding sub-millisecond latency.

Highlights

  • Enterprise-grade reliability for continuous workloads
  • 1000 GB capacity stores large datasets and backups
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers responsive data access
  • 128 MB cache buffers bursts for smoother throughput
  • Includes R Series caddy for quick 3.5 inch bay installation

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

How is the 3.5" SATA drive secured in a Dell R-series bay?

Slide the included R-series caddy into the bay until the latch clicks, then connect the SATA data and power cables — the step often missed is locking the caddy latch fully.

What maintenance will the 7200RPM 1TB drive need over its service life?

No scheduled maintenance is required; keep the system ventilation clear so the drive stays within its operating temperature range.

What limit appears first during sustained writes to the 128MB buffer?

The 6Gb/s SATA interface caps sustained throughput, so the buffer fills once the host writes faster than the link can drain it.

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