6FV4P – Dell Compellent EP+ 1.8TB 10000RPM SAS 12Gb/s 512e Hard Drive
The Dell 6FV4P Compellent EP+ 1.8TB Hard Drive is a high-performance enterprise storage solution specifically designed for Dell Compellent storage arrays and advanced data center environments. Featuring a 1.8TB storage capacity, 10000 RPM spindle speed, SAS 12Gb/s interface, 512e (512-byte Emulation) sector format, and Dell Compellent Enterprise Plus (EP+) classification, this hard drive delivers an exceptional balance of performance, capacity, reliability, and scalability for mission-critical enterprise workloads.
Engineered for enterprise storage infrastructures, the Dell 6FV4P is ideal for Dell Compellent SAN environments, virtualization platforms, enterprise databases, cloud infrastructure, ERP systems, analytics platforms, and online transaction processing (OLTP) applications. Its 10000 RPM rotational speed provides faster data access, lower latency, and improved application responsiveness compared to standard nearline enterprise drives.
The SAS 12Gb/s interface delivers enterprise-class bandwidth and reliability, offering twice the throughput of SAS 6Gb/s technology. This enables rapid data transfers, enhanced storage performance, and seamless integration into high-availability storage architectures.
As part of Dell’s Enterprise Plus (EP+) storage tier, the 6FV4P is optimized for performance-sensitive workloads requiring both speed and capacity. The drive is designed to support demanding enterprise environments while maintaining consistent performance under sustained operational loads.
The 512e (512-byte Emulation) sector format combines the efficiency benefits of modern advanced format storage with compatibility for legacy operating systems, applications, and storage controllers. This simplifies deployment and migration within existing enterprise infrastructures.
Manufactured according to Dell’s rigorous enterprise standards, the Dell 6FV4P is designed for continuous 24/7 operation and dependable long-term reliability. Its enterprise-grade architecture ensures data integrity, operational resilience, and consistent performance in mission-critical storage environments.
Whether deployed in Dell Compellent storage arrays, virtualized data centers, enterprise databases, or business-critical storage systems, the Dell 6FV4P delivers the performance, reliability, and scalability required by modern enterprise organizations.
Model Type
Enterprise Plus (EP+) Hard Disk Drive (HDD) — 10000RPM, SAS 12Gb/s, 512e, Enterprise Storage Tier
Category
Storage – Enterprise SAS Hard Disk Drive (HDD) for Dell Compellent Systems
Key Features
1.8TB Enterprise Storage Capacity
10000 RPM High-Performance Spindle Speed
SAS 12Gb/s High-Speed Interface
Enterprise Plus (EP+) Performance Tier
512e (512-byte Emulation) Sector Format
Optimized for Dell Compellent Storage Arrays
Enterprise-Class Reliability
Low-Latency Data Access
Enhanced Throughput and I/O Performance
High-Capacity Enterprise Storage
Advanced Storage Compatibility
Ideal for Performance-Critical Applications
Reliable Data Integrity
Designed for Continuous 24/7 Operation
Scalable Enterprise Storage Infrastructure
Technical Specifications
Specification Details
Model 6FV4P
Capacity 1.8TB
Drive Type Enterprise Plus Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Interface SAS 12Gb/s
Rotational Speed 10000 RPM
Sector Format 512e (512-byte Emulation)
Storage Tier Enterprise Plus (EP+)
Data Transfer Rate Up to 12Gb/s
Compatibility Dell Compellent Storage Arrays
Enterprise Grade Yes
Technology Magnetic Disk Storage
Low Latency Yes
Optimized for SAN Environments Yes
Designed for 24/7 Operation Yes
Lead Time 4–6 Business Days
Typical Use Cases
Dell Compellent SAN Storage Arrays
Enterprise Database Servers
Virtualization Platforms
Cloud Infrastructure
Online Transaction Processing (OLTP)
ERP and CRM Applications
Analytics and Reporting Systems
Business-Critical Applications
Enterprise Storage Consolidation
High-Performance Data Centers
Storage Area Networks (SAN)
Mission-Critical Enterprise Workloads