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Silver 2.5 inch SAS hard drive in hot-swap tray

DELL

DELL 6DFD8 146GB 2.5" SAS 15000 RPM laptop hard drive

SKU CH-KM80-8J577 MPN 6DFD8

A 146 GB, 15 000 RPM SAS hard drive with hot-swap tray for Dell PowerEdge servers

  • Interface typeSerial Attached SCSI (SAS)
  • Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
  • Rotational speed15,000 RPM
  • Recommended useIdeal for Servers
  • Fast disk access from 15000 RPM spindle speed
  • Enhanced data transfer via SAS 6Gb/s interface
  • 146 GB capacity expands server storage
  • Hot-swap tray enables drive changes without downtime
  • Validated for Dell PowerEdge servers including R620 and M620

Capacity and interface

The Dell 6DFD8 is a 146 GB 2.5-inch internal hard drive with a SAS 6Gb/s interface. It spins at 15000 RPM to provide fast disk access for compatible systems. A hot-swap tray is included for quick installation or replacement. The drive is supplied new in retail or OEM packaging.

Server workloads

This drive suits administrators who need high-speed storage for Dell PowerEdge servers and workstations. It is not intended for desktop PCs, laptops or external enclosures that lack a SAS backplane. Buyers who need larger capacities or solid-state performance should look elsewhere.

15000 RPM spindle speed

The 15000 RPM rotation rate is the specification that determines whether this drive meets the performance requirements of the target workload. It delivers the rapid data access needed for transactional databases and high-I/O applications on supported PowerEdge platforms.

How it compares

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Price $111.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameDell
Recommended useIdeal for Servers
Performance
Rotational speed15,000 RPM
Ports & slots
Interface typeSerial Attached SCSI (SAS)
Size & build
Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
Shipping weight0.68 kg
Package size137 × 79 × 15 mm

Questions about this item

Does the 6DFD8 include the hot-swap tray or must I buy one separately?

The Dell 6DFD8 ships with a hot-swap tray included, so no separate caddy is required for installation in a compatible bay.

Which capacity should I choose if I need the 146 GB model that runs at 15000 RPM?

This specific part number is the 146 GB, 15000 RPM variant; there are no other capacities or speeds listed for the 6DFD8.

What does the 15000 RPM spindle speed mean for real-world server workloads?

The 15000 RPM spindle speed delivers fast disk access and high IOPS for transactional database and virtualisation workloads on supported PowerEdge servers.

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