4WX8Y – Dell 600GB 10000RPM SAS 12Gb/s 128MB Cache Hot-Swappable 2.5-Inch Hard Drive
The Dell 4WX8Y 600GB Hard Drive is a high-performance enterprise storage solution engineered for Dell PowerEdge servers and mission-critical business environments. Featuring a 600GB storage capacity, 10000 RPM spindle speed, SAS 12Gb/s interface, 128MB cache, hot-swappable functionality, and a compact 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF), this hard drive delivers rapid data access, low latency, and enterprise-grade reliability for demanding workloads.
Designed for performance-intensive applications, the Dell 4WX8Y is ideally suited for enterprise databases, virtualization platforms, ERP and CRM systems, online transaction processing (OLTP), financial services applications, cloud infrastructure, and other business-critical workloads. Its 10000 RPM rotational speed provides superior I/O performance, faster data retrieval, and reduced latency compared to standard 7200 RPM enterprise drives, ensuring responsive and efficient system operation.
The integrated 128MB cache enhances data throughput by reducing access times and improving overall drive responsiveness during high-demand operations. This additional cache memory helps optimize performance in environments with frequent read and write requests.
The SAS 12Gb/s interface offers enterprise-class bandwidth, dual-port connectivity, enhanced fault tolerance, and superior scalability. Compared to SATA-based storage solutions, SAS technology delivers greater reliability, higher throughput, and improved availability, making it the preferred choice for enterprise servers and modern data centers.
Its hot-swappable design allows administrators to replace or upgrade drives without shutting down the server, minimizing downtime and ensuring uninterrupted business operations. The compact 2.5-inch Small Form Factor enables higher storage density within server chassis while maximizing rack space utilization in high-density deployments.
Built according to Dell’s stringent enterprise standards, the Dell 4WX8Y hard drive is engineered for continuous 24/7 operation, providing dependable performance, long-term durability, and data integrity for enterprise infrastructures and mission-critical applications.
Model Type
Enterprise Performance Hard Disk Drive (HDD) — SAS 12Gb/s, 10000RPM, 128MB Cache, Hot-Swappable, 2.5-Inch SFF
Category
Storage – Enterprise Performance SAS Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Key Features
600GB Enterprise Storage Capacity
SAS 12Gb/s High-Speed Interface
10000 RPM Rotational Speed
128MB Cache Memory
Hot-Swappable Design
2.5-Inch Small Form Factor (SFF)
Dual-Port SAS Connectivity
High IOPS Performance
Low-Latency Data Access
Enterprise-Class Reliability
Optimized for Dell PowerEdge Servers
Enhanced Throughput for Critical Applications
Designed for Continuous 24/7 Operation
Technical Specifications
Specification Details
Model 4WX8Y
Capacity 600GB
Drive Type Enterprise Performance HDD
Interface SAS 12Gb/s
Rotational Speed 10000 RPM
Cache 128MB
Form Factor 2.5-Inch SFF
Hot-Swap 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 Database Servers
Virtualization Platforms
ERP and CRM Applications
Online Transaction Processing (OLTP)
Financial Services Systems
Cloud Infrastructure
Application Servers
High-Performance Computing (HPC)
Data Center Storage Environments
Mission-Critical Enterprise Workloads