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DELL

DELL 0V308G 12TB 7200RPM SATA 3.5" internal hard drive

SKU CH-FM94-CGR7J

A 12TB 3.5-inch SATA hard drive spinning at 7200 RPM with 256MB cache, built for continuous PowerEdge server workloads

  • Total capacity12 TB
  • Interface typeSATA 6.0Gb/s
  • Rotational speed7,200 RPM
  • Cache memory256 MB
  • 12TB capacity for large-scale enterprise storage
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers consistent performance
  • SATA 6.0Gb/s interface enables fast data transfer
  • 256MB cache buffers heavy workloads efficiently
  • 512e sector format ensures broad system compatibility

Dell 0V308G 12TB enterprise hard drive

This 12TB 3.5-inch drive operates at 7200 RPM with a 256MB cache. It uses a SATA 6.0Gb/s interface and 512e sector format. The unit is designed for continuous 24x7 workloads in Dell PowerEdge servers. It suits IT infrastructure, backup and archival deployments.

Compatibility checks before ordering

Verify that your system provides a standard 3.5-inch drive bay and a SATA data connection. Confirm the host supports 512e sector formatting for correct operation. Ensure the backplane or controller can address the full 12000GB capacity. This drive is built for Dell PowerEdge Gen 14 environments.

Thermals noise and power in normal use

Enterprise 7200 RPM drives run warmer and louder than desktop models under sustained load. Expect typical mechanical seek noise during heavy read or write activity. Power draw rises with continuous 24x7 operation in server chassis. Adequate airflow in the enclosure is required for reliable service.

How it compares

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

Price $296.99
Pricier than about 82% of the 4,938 comparable items (median $107.99).
Total capacity 12 TB
Higher than about 90% of the 2,372 comparable items (median 2 TB).
Price per TB $24.75 per TB
Cheaper than about 89% of the 2,365 comparable items (median $62.21 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameDell
Product lineGeneration 14
Model name0V308G
Total capacity12 TB
Performance
Rotational speed7,200 RPM
Storage
Cache memory256 MB
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA 6.0Gb/s

Questions about this item

Does the 0V308G include mounting screws or a drive caddy for a 3.5-inch bay?

The drive ships as a bare 3.5-inch mechanism; mounting screws and any server-specific caddy must be sourced separately.

Which capacity and sector format should I select for a Dell PowerEdge Gen14 server?

Choose the 12TB 512e model — it matches the Gen14 platform and provides 12000GB of usable space.

What sustained throughput can I expect from the 7200 RPM SATA 6.0Gb/s interface in a RAID array?

Real-world sequential speeds typically reach the SATA 6.0Gb/s link limit, while random IOPS scale with the 256MB cache and 7200 RPM spindle.

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