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Silver 3.5 inch internal hard drive with Dell EMC label

DELL

DELL ST8000NM0185Product 8 TB 3.5" 7200 rpm internal hard drive

SKU CH-XWBD-VZD64 MPN ST8000NM0185Product

An 8 TB internal hard drive spinning at 7200 rpm in a 3.5 inch form factor, compatible with Dell EMC PowerVault ME484 JBOD enclosures

  • Flash memory typeSLC
  • 8 TB capacity supports large storage arrays
  • 7200 rpm spindle speed delivers responsive data access
  • 5-inch form factor fits standard desktop drive bays
  • Designed for Dell EMC PowerVault ME484 JBOD enclosures
  • New condition ensures full manufacturer-rated reliability

8 TB 3.5" internal hard drive

This 8 TB 3.5" internal hard drive operates at 7200 rpm and is built for Dell EMC PowerVault ME484 JBOD storage enclosures. It uses SLC NAND flash memory and carries Dell EMC branding with part number VFP4M. The drive is supplied new and ready for installation in compatible storage systems.

Enterprise storage arrays and JBOD enclosures

This drive suits administrators expanding capacity inside a Dell EMC PowerVault ME484 JBOD enclosure or similar Dell EMC storage systems that accept 3.5" 7200 rpm drives. It is not for desktop PCs, laptops, or external enclosures that lack the correct backplane and firmware integration. Buyers needing a different form factor, interface, or spindle speed should look at other models.

7200 rpm spindle speed

The 7200 rpm spindle speed determines the drive's sustained throughput and latency profile for bulk storage workloads. Verify that the target enclosure supports this rotational speed and the 3.5" form factor before purchase. The 8 TB capacity and SLC NAND flash are fixed characteristics of this model.

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Price $402.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 4,938 comparable items (median $107.99).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameDell EMC
Storage
Flash memory typeSLC

Questions about this item

What drive bay size does the 3.5 inch ST8000NM0185 require?

The 3.5 inch form factor fits a standard 3.5 inch internal drive bay in a desktop chassis or storage enclosure.

How is the VFP4M drive installed in a Dell EMC PowerVault ME484 JBOD, and what step is often missed?

Slide the drive into an empty bay until the connector seats firmly; the step often missed is pressing until the latch clicks to lock it in place.

When will the 8 TB ST8000NM0185 need replacement in a 7200 rpm storage system?

Replace the drive when SMART attributes report reallocated sectors, excessive seek errors, or the manufacturer-rated workload limit is reached.

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