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Silver 2.5 inch SAS hard drive with Dell label

DELL

DELL 68V42 1.2TB 10000RPM SAS 2.5" internal hard drive

SKU CH-DT91-SY0ZK

A 2.5-inch SAS drive delivering 1.2 TB at 10000 RPM for fast server storage

  • Total capacity1.2 TB
  • Interface typeSAS
  • Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
  • Rotational speed10,000 RPM
  • 10000 RPM spindle accelerates random I/O for transactional workloads
  • SAS interface delivers dual-port reliability for enterprise arrays
  • 2 TB capacity stores large datasets in a single drive
  • 5 inch form factor fits dense server and storage chassis
  • Dell 68V42 part number simplifies replacement in qualified systems

Dell 68V42 1.2TB SAS Drive

The Dell 68V42 is a 1.2TB 2.5-inch internal hard drive spinning at 10000 RPM with a SAS interface. It is built for desktop workstations and servers that demand high-speed transactional performance. The drive arrives in new condition with retail or OEM packing.

Suits SAS-Only Systems

This drive suits administrators upgrading or repairing Dell arrays that require a 10000 RPM SAS device in a 2.5-inch form factor. It is not for platforms lacking a SAS backplane or controller, nor for users who need higher capacities than 1.2TB for bulk data retention.

Interface Determines Fit

The SAS interface is the single specification that decides compatibility. Only systems equipped with a SAS host bus adapter or native SAS backplane can communicate with this drive. Verify the controller and bay support before purchase.

How it compares

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

Price $68.99
Cheaper than about 65% of the 4,938 comparable items (median $107.99).
Total capacity 1.2 TB
Lower than about 58% of the 2,372 comparable items (median 2 TB).
Price per TB $57.49 per TB
Cheaper than about 54% of the 2,365 comparable items (median $62.21 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Total capacity1.2 TB
Performance
Rotational speed10,000 RPM
Ports & slots
Interface typeSAS
Size & build
Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)

Questions about this item

Should I choose this 1.2TB SAS drive or a larger capacity model?

This drive provides 1.2TB of storage on a 2.5 inch form factor with a SAS interface. Select a larger capacity only if your workload requires more space than 1.2TB.

What does the 10000 RPM rating mean for everyday performance?

The 10000 RPM spindle speed reduces rotational latency and increases sustained transfer rates, so applications and databases read and write data faster than on slower-spinning drives.

What does the SAS interface cap in real-world use?

The SAS interface supports dual-port operation and full-duplex signalling, allowing the drive to sustain its 10000 RPM throughput without the command-overhead limits of single-port interfaces.

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