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Silver 2.5 inch SAS hard drive with hot-swap tray

DELL

DELL X160K 146GB 10000 RPM SAS 2.5" 16MB laptop internal hard drive

SKU CH-2E0Y-40YCZ

A 146 GB, 10 000 RPM SAS drive with 16 MB cache in a 2.5 inch hot-swap tray for laptop or server storage

  • Interface typeSAS
  • Cache memory16 MB
  • Rotational speed10,000 RPM
  • 146 GB capacity stores large datasets
  • 10,000 RPM spindle delivers fast data access
  • 16 MB cache boosts burst transfer performance
  • SAS 6 Gb/s interface enables high-speed connectivity
  • 5-inch hot-swap tray allows quick drive replacement

Dell X160K 146GB SAS Hard Drive

The Dell X160K is a 146GB 2.5-inch internal hard drive built for enterprise storage. It spins at 10000 RPM and connects through a SAS interface with a 6Gb/s transfer rate. A 16MB cache supports consistent throughput. The drive ships new with a hot-swap tray for compatible bays.

Suits PowerVault servers and SAS arrays

This drive fits administrators expanding Dell PowerVault systems or any 2.5-inch bay that accepts a 6Gb/s SAS device. It is not for systems limited to slower transfer rates or smaller form factors. Buyers who need higher capacity per spindle should evaluate larger drives. Laptops without a SAS backplane cannot use it.

6Gb/s SAS interface decides fit

The single specification that determines compatibility is the 6Gb/s SAS interface. The controller and backplane must support this exact protocol and speed. Without a matching SAS connection the drive will not function. Verify the host interface before purchase.

How it compares

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Price $31.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameDell
Performance
Rotational speed10,000 RPM
Storage
Cache memory16 MB
Ports & slots
Interface typeSAS

Questions about this item

Does my system need a SAS backplane and a 2.5 inch hot-swap bay for this X160K drive?

Yes — the drive uses a SAS interface and a 2.5 inch form factor with a hot-swap tray, so the host must provide a compatible SAS backplane and bay.

Will this 10000 RPM SAS drive work in a server that currently runs 10K SAS drives at 6Gb/s?

It matches the 10000 RPM speed and 6Gb/s transfer rate, so it will operate alongside existing 10K SAS drives on the same controller.

How can I confirm the drive is running at its rated 10000 RPM and 6Gb/s link after installation?

Check the controller BIOS or management utility — it should report 10000 RPM spindle speed and a negotiated 6Gb/s SAS link for the X160K.

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