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Silver 2.5 inch SAS hybrid drive with black label and mounting bracket

DELL

DELL 1.8TB SAS 2.5" 10K 12G Hybrid Drive internal hard drive

SKU CH-1JH8-9EABM

1.8 TB hybrid drive with SAS 12 Gb/s interface, 10 000 rpm spindle and 2.5 inch form factor for Dell PowerEdge servers

  • 8 TB capacity stores large datasets on a single drive
  • 10 000 RPM spindle delivers fast sequential and random access
  • 12 Gb SAS interface provides high-throughput connectivity
  • Hybrid architecture combines flash cache with magnetic media for responsive performance
  • Supplied Dell caddy fits R210 through R930 server families

DELL 1.8TB SAS hybrid drive

This 1.8TB SAS hybrid drive uses a 2.5 inch form factor and spins at 10K RPM for fast data access. It connects through a 12G SAS interface suited for Dell PowerEdge servers. The hybrid design blends spinning media with solid-state caching to accelerate frequent workloads. It targets administrators who need high-capacity storage with improved response times.

Caddy included for direct installation

A compatible Dell caddy ships with the drive so it fits straight into supported server bays. The tray matches the mounting points of the listed PowerEdge models without extra brackets. This reduces deployment time and eliminates the risk of loose drives in hot-swap chassis. The bundle removes the need to source a separate carrier.

Enterprise-grade build for rack servers

The drive is built for continuous operation in multi-drive arrays typical of rack environments. Its SAS connector provides dual-port redundancy and consistent signalling over backplane connections. The 2.5 inch size allows higher density than 3.5 inch alternatives in the same chassis. It is not suited for desktop PCs or external enclosures lacking SAS backplanes.

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Price $217.99
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Specifications

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Questions about this item

Will the 2.5" 10K SAS hybrid drive need a firmware update or bearing service after a year of continuous operation?

The drive is a sealed 10K RPM SAS unit with no user-serviceable parts; firmware updates are handled through the Dell server controller when required.

What thermal limit will the 1.8TB 12G SAS drive hit first when running at full spindle speed in a dense chassis?

Sustained 10K RPM operation makes the drive’s own case temperature the first limit; adequate front-to-back airflow in the supported Dell servers keeps it within spec.

How much noise and heat does the 10K RPM SAS hybrid drive add to a R730 running all day?

At 10K RPM the drive produces measurable vibration and heat; the compatible Dell caddy and server fan curves are designed to manage both in the listed PowerEdge models.

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