DELL
DELL TN937 146GB 15000 RPM 16MB SAS 3.5" internal hard drive
A 146 GB, 15 000 RPM SAS hard drive with 16 MB cache in a 3.5 inch form factor for server workloads
- PackagingBare Drive
- InterfaceSAS 3Gb/s
- Capacity146GB
- RPM15000 RPM
- Cache16MB
- Average Latency6Gb/s
- 15,000 RPM spindle speed cuts latency for transaction-heavy workloads
- 16 MB cache buffers bursts to sustain throughput on busy arrays
- SAS 3 Gb/s interface connects directly to server backplanes
- 5-inch hot-swap form factor slides into standard drive bays without tools
- 146 GB capacity fits OS volumes and scratch space in dense chassis
Server Storage Drive
The Dell TN937 is a 146GB 3.5-inch internal hard drive built for server environments. It operates at 15000 RPM with a 16MB cache and connects via a SAS 3Gb/s interface. This bare drive is supplied new and designed for high-speed data access in compatible bays.
Workload Fit
This drive suits administrators who need fast mechanical storage for transaction-heavy workloads or database logs. It is not intended for desktop PCs lacking a SAS controller or hot-swap backplane. Buyers requiring larger capacities or solid-state endurance should consider alternative storage types.
Interface Decides
The SAS 3Gb/s interface is the single specification that determines compatibility. The system must provide a matching SAS port and support 3.5-inch hot-swap trays for this drive to function. Without that connection, the drive cannot be installed or used.
Highlights
- 15,000 RPM spindle speed cuts latency for transaction-heavy workloads
- 16 MB cache buffers bursts to sustain throughput on busy arrays
- SAS 3 Gb/s interface connects directly to server backplanes
- 5-inch hot-swap form factor slides into standard drive bays without tools
- 146 GB capacity fits OS volumes and scratch space in dense chassis
Specifications
| Brand | Dell |
|---|---|
| Model | TN937 |
| Packaging | Bare Drive |
| Interface | SAS 3Gb/s |
| Capacity | 146GB |
| RPM | 15000 RPM |
| Cache | 16MB |
| Average Latency | 6Gb/s |
| Usage | Ideal for Servers |
| Form Factor | 3.5" |
| Shipping weight | 1.81 kg |
| Package size | 127 × 102 × 25 mm |
Questions about this item
How do I decide between the 146GB capacity and other sizes for my server?
This drive provides 146GB of storage on a 3.5-inch SAS tray designed for hot-swap server bays.
What does the 15000 RPM speed deliver in a live server?
The 15000 RPM spindle and 16MB cache give low latency for transaction-heavy workloads such as databases or email queues.
What does the SAS 3Gb/s interface limit in practice?
The SAS 3Gb/s link sets the maximum bus bandwidth, so the drive cannot exceed that transfer ceiling on any backplane.
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