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Small silver 2.5 inch SAS hard drive with tray

DELL

DELL 05J9P 900GB 2.5" SAS 10000 RPM internal hard drive

SKU CH-J2EH-AEM2W

A 2.5" SAS drive with 900GB capacity and 10000 RPM speed for server storage

  • Total capacity900 GB
  • Interface typeSAS 12Gb/s
  • Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
  • Packaging typeBare Drive
  • Rotational speed10,000 RPM
  • Mean latency12Gb/s
  • 900 GB capacity stores large datasets
  • 10 000 RPM spindle delivers fast data access
  • SAS 12 Gb/s interface provides high throughput
  • 5 inch form factor fits dense server bays
  • Hot-swap tray enables drive changes without downtime

Dell 900GB SAS 10K Enterprise Drive

This Dell 05J9P is a 900GB 2.5 inch SAS hard drive spinning at 10000 RPM with a 12Gb/s interface. It is built for PowerEdge and PowerVault servers needing high-throughput storage. The drive includes a tray for hot-swap installation and ships as a bare drive in original packaging. It delivers 64MB buffer performance for demanding workloads.

Suited for server storage arrays and replacement

This drive fits administrators expanding SAS storage arrays or replacing failed drives in compatible Dell servers. The 10000 RPM speed supports transaction-heavy applications and database workloads. Buyers needing larger capacities or solid-state speeds should consider alternative drives. Systems without SAS backplanes or 2.5 inch bays cannot use this drive.

Interface speed decides compatibility

The SAS 12Gb/s interface determines whether this drive matches your controller and backplane. Verify your system supports 12Gb/s SAS before purchase. The 2.5 inch form factor with included tray requires a compatible hot-swap bay. This specification alone confirms if the 05J9P integrates into your existing infrastructure.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in 3.5-Inch Internal Desktop HDDs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $58.99
Cheaper than about 71% of the 4,938 comparable items (median $107.99).
Total capacity 900 GB
Lower than about 64% of the 2,372 comparable items (median 2 TB).
Price per TB $65.54 per TB
Typical for this category: the median of 2,365 items is $62.21 per TB.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameDell
Model name05J9P
Total capacity900 GB
Performance
Rotational speed10,000 RPM
Mean latency12Gb/s
Ports & slots
Interface typeSAS 12Gb/s
Size & build
Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)

Questions about this item

How much power and heat does the 10000 RPM SAS drive generate during continuous operation?

The 10000 RPM spindle speed and SAS 12Gb/s interface indicate higher power draw and heat output than slower drives; ensure your server chassis provides adequate airflow for 2.5" hot-swap bays.

What controller or backplane is required to run this 900GB SAS drive?

A SAS 12Gb/s host bus adapter or RAID controller with a compatible 2.5" hot-swap backplane is needed; the drive uses a standard SAS connector and includes a Dell tray for PowerEdge or PowerVault systems.

Will this 12Gb/s SAS drive work in an older 6Gb/s SAS backplane?

Yes, the SAS 12Gb/s interface is backward compatible with 6Gb/s backplanes; the drive will negotiate the lower link speed and operate normally in legacy PowerEdge or PowerVault enclosures.

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