463-7438

463-7438 – Dell 2TB 7200RPM SAS 12Gb/s 512e Hot-Pluggable 2.5-Inch Hard Drive

The Dell 463-7438 2TB Hard Drive is a reliable, high-capacity enterprise storage solution designed for Dell PowerEdge servers and demanding business environments. Featuring a 2TB storage capacity, 7200 RPM rotational speed, SAS 12Gb/s interface, 512e (512 Emulation) sector format, hot-pluggable functionality, and a compact 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF), this hard drive delivers dependable performance, enterprise-grade reliability, and efficient storage density for modern data center workloads.

Engineered to support a wide range of enterprise applications, the Dell 463-7438 is ideal for file servers, virtualization platforms, cloud infrastructure, backup and recovery systems, software-defined storage (SDS), and business-critical workloads. Its 2TB capacity provides ample room for growing datasets while maintaining efficient utilization of server storage resources.

The SAS 12Gb/s interface offers enterprise-class bandwidth, dual-port connectivity, enhanced fault tolerance, and superior scalability. Compared to SATA storage solutions, SAS technology delivers higher throughput, improved reliability, and greater availability, making it a preferred choice for mission-critical server and storage environments.

Operating at 7200 RPM, the drive provides stable throughput and efficient data access for daily enterprise operations. The 512e (512 Emulation) sector format combines advanced-format storage efficiency with compatibility for legacy operating systems, RAID controllers, and enterprise storage platforms, ensuring seamless integration into existing infrastructures.

The hot-pluggable design allows administrators to replace or upgrade drives without shutting down the server, minimizing maintenance downtime and maintaining continuous business operations. This capability is especially valuable in environments where uptime and availability are essential.

The compact 2.5-inch Small Form Factor enables higher storage density within server chassis, allowing organizations to maximize storage capacity while optimizing rack space utilization.

Built according to Dell’s stringent enterprise standards, the Dell 463-7438 hard drive is engineered for continuous 24/7 operation, delivering dependable performance, long-term durability, and data integrity for enterprise and data center deployments.

Model Type

Enterprise Hard Disk Drive (HDD) — SAS 12Gb/s, 7200RPM, 512e, Hot-Pluggable, 2.5-Inch SFF

Category

Storage – Enterprise SAS Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

Key Features
2TB Enterprise Storage Capacity
SAS 12Gb/s High-Speed Interface
7200 RPM Rotational Speed
512e (512 Emulation) Sector Format
2.5-Inch Small Form Factor (SFF)
Hot-Pluggable Design
Dual-Port SAS Connectivity
High-Density Storage Architecture
Enterprise-Class Reliability
Optimized for Dell PowerEdge Servers
Broad RAID and OS Compatibility
Designed for Continuous 24/7 Operation
Technical Specifications
Specification Details
Model 463-7438
Capacity 2TB
Drive Type Enterprise HDD
Interface SAS 12Gb/s
Rotational Speed 7200 RPM
Sector Format 512e
Form Factor 2.5-Inch SFF
Hot-Plug Support Yes
Data Transfer Rate Up to 12Gb/s
Compatibility Dell PowerEdge Servers
Enterprise Grade Yes
Dual-Port Support Yes
Technology Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Lead Time 4–6 Business Days
Typical Use Cases
Enterprise File Servers
Virtualization Platforms
Cloud Infrastructure
Backup and Recovery Systems
Software-Defined Storage (SDS)
Network Attached Storage (NAS)
Business-Critical Applications
Data Archiving Solutions
Data Center Storage Environments
General Enterprise Workloads