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Silver 2.5 inch enterprise SAS hard drive, new condition

DELL

DELL RF9T8 1.8TB 10K SAS 2.5" internal hard drive

SKU CH-GKV2-FXR2H MPN RF9T8

1.8 TB, 10 000 RPM SAS enterprise hard drive in a 2.5 inch form factor

  • Total capacity1.8 TB
  • Interface typeSAS 6Gb/s
  • Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
  • Rotational speed10,000 RPM
  • Recommended useFor Enterprise Storage
  • High-performance 10K RPM spindle speeds up enterprise workloads
  • 8TB capacity stores large datasets on a single drive
  • SAS 6Gb/s interface provides reliable server connectivity
  • 5-inch form factor fits dense storage arrays
  • Built for enterprise storage environments demanding consistent uptime

Capacity and interface

This DELL RF9T8 drive provides 1.8TB of storage on a SAS 6Gb/s interface. It spins at 10000 RPM in a 2.5-inch form factor. The unit is designed for enterprise storage workloads and ships new in retail or OEM packaging.

Upgrade path

The drive replaces slower nearline or desktop-class disks in servers and arrays that accept 2.5-inch SAS bays. The jump is worth it when sustained throughput and lower latency matter more than raw capacity per spindle. Buyers needing higher density per bay should consider larger-capacity models.

Compatibility checks

Verify that your controller or backplane supports SAS 6Gb/s and supplies adequate power for a 10K RPM mechanism. Confirm the chassis has a free 2.5-inch bay with the correct carrier or caddy. Ensure firmware and RAID settings are compatible with the RF9T8 model before installation.

How it compares

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

Price $187.99
Pricier than about 67% of the 4,938 comparable items (median $107.99).
Total capacity 1.8 TB
Typical for this category: the median of 2,372 items is 2 TB.
Price per TB $104.44 per TB
Pricier than about 64% of the 2,365 comparable items (median $62.21 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Total capacity1.8 TB
Recommended useFor Enterprise Storage
Performance
Rotational speed10,000 RPM
Ports & slots
Interface typeSAS 6Gb/s
Size & build
Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)

Questions about this item

Will the 2.5" form factor fit a standard 3.5" drive bay?

The 2.5" form factor requires a 2.5" bay or a 3.5-to-2.5 adapter bracket; it will not mount directly in a 3.5" bay.

How do I install the SAS 6Gb/s interface correctly?

Connect the drive to a SAS backplane or controller using a SAS data cable; the common error is omitting the separate power connection required by the drive.

When should I plan to replace the 1.8TB 10000 RPM enterprise drive?

Monitor SMART attributes for reallocated sectors or rising seek errors; enterprise workloads typically replace 10000 RPM drives after 3-5 years of continuous use.

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