DELL
DELL ST8000NM0185 8TB 7.2K RPM 12Gb/s 3.5" SAS internal hard drive
An 8 TB SAS hard drive spinning at 7.2K RPM with a 512 MB buffer and a 12 Gb/s interface for compatible Dell servers
- 8 TB capacity stores large data sets
- 7200 RPM spindle speed enables fast sequential access
- 12 Gb/s SAS interface moves data quickly
- 512 MB cache buffers heavy workloads
- Gen13 caddy fits Dell T130 through R930 servers
8TB SAS drive for Dell servers
The DELL ST8000NM0185 is an 8TB 3.5" SAS internal hard drive spinning at 7.2K RPM with a 12Gb/s interface and 512MB buffer. It ships new with a Gen13 caddy for direct installation in compatible Dell PowerEdge and PowerVault systems.
Capacity and headroom
Eight terabytes provide ample space for bulk storage, archival workloads and nearline databases on supported 13G servers. The 7200RPL spindle and 12Gb/s SAS link deliver sustained throughput for sequential reads, while random I/O heavy workloads will saturate the mechanical latency limits.
Build integration
The drive requires a 3.5" SAS backplane and the supplied Gen13 caddy to fit Dell T130, T330, T440, T630, T640, R230, R330, R430, R530, R630, R730, R730xd, R830, R930, MD1200, MD1220, ME4012 or ME4024 chassis. It frees 2.5" bays for other devices and draws standard SAS power from the backplane.
Highlights
- 8 TB capacity stores large data sets
- 7200 RPM spindle speed enables fast sequential access
- 12 Gb/s SAS interface moves data quickly
- 512 MB cache buffers heavy workloads
- Gen13 caddy fits Dell T130 through R930 servers
Specifications
No published specifications for this item yet.
Questions about this item
Will this 12Gb/s SAS drive negotiate down to 6Gb/s if my backplane only supports the older speed?
Yes, the 12Gb/s SAS interface is backward-compatible and will automatically run at 6Gb/s on a 6Gb/s backplane or controller.
Which LED or utility confirms the drive is spinning at 7200RPM and linked at 12Gb/s after installation?
The server's iDRAC or storage controller BIOS shows link speed and RPM; a steady green activity LED on the Gen13 caddy indicates normal operation.
Does the package include the Gen13 caddy shown in the title, or must I order a 3.5" SAS tray separately?
The Gen13 caddy is included so the drive fits directly into the listed Dell servers without an extra tray purchase.
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