81HF0

81HF0 – Dell 1.8TB 10000RPM SAS 12Gb/s 512e 2.5-Inch Hard Drive

The Dell 81HF0 1.8TB Hard Drive is a high-performance enterprise storage solution engineered for Dell PowerEdge servers and mission-critical business environments. Featuring a 1.8TB storage capacity, 10000 RPM rotational speed, SAS 12Gb/s interface, 512e sector format, and a compact 2.5-inch form factor, this enterprise-grade hard drive delivers exceptional performance, low latency, enterprise-class reliability, and scalable storage for demanding workloads.

Designed for performance-intensive enterprise applications, the Dell 81HF0 combines high storage capacity with rapid data access. Its 10000 RPM spindle speed provides significantly higher input/output performance than standard 7200 RPM drives, making it an excellent choice for enterprise databases, virtualization platforms, ERP systems, financial applications, cloud infrastructure, and online transaction processing (OLTP).

The SAS 12Gb/s interface offers enterprise-class connectivity with advanced error correction, dual-port capability, and enhanced data integrity. Delivering twice the bandwidth of SAS 6Gb/s technology, it enables high-speed data transfers, reduced latency, and reliable performance under continuous enterprise workloads.

Featuring a 512e (512-byte emulation) sector format, the drive combines the efficiency of modern 4K physical sectors with compatibility for legacy operating systems, RAID controllers, and enterprise storage infrastructures. This ensures seamless deployment while improving storage efficiency and reliability.

Its compact 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) enables high-density storage deployments, allowing organizations to maximize storage capacity while optimizing rack space, airflow, and cooling efficiency within modern enterprise data centers.

Manufactured according to Dell’s stringent enterprise standards, the Dell 81HF0 is engineered for dependable 24/7 operation and long-term durability. Whether deployed in enterprise storage arrays, virtualization clusters, cloud platforms, application hosting environments, or business-critical workloads, it provides the speed, scalability, and reliability required by today's organizations.

The drive is particularly well-suited for businesses seeking high-capacity enterprise storage with superior SAS performance and broad compatibility within Dell PowerEdge server environments.

Model Type

Enterprise Hard Disk Drive (HDD) — 10000 RPM, SAS 12Gb/s, 512e, 2.5-Inch Form Factor

Category

Storage – Enterprise Performance SAS Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

Key Features
1.8TB Enterprise Storage Capacity
High-Speed 10000 RPM Rotational Speed
SAS 12Gb/s High-Speed Interface
512e (512-Byte Emulation) Sector Format
Compact 2.5-Inch Form Factor
Enterprise-Class Performance
Low-Latency Data Access
High IOPS Performance
Advanced Error Correction Technology
Dual-Port SAS Connectivity
Enhanced Data Integrity Protection
High-Density Storage Deployment
Optimized Rack Space Utilization
Reliable 24/7 Continuous Operation
Optimized for Dell PowerEdge Servers
Scalable Enterprise Storage
Designed for Mission-Critical Applications
Technical Specifications
Specification Details
Model 81HF0
Capacity 1.8TB
Drive Type Enterprise Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Interface SAS 12Gb/s
Sector Format 512e
Rotational Speed 10000 RPM
Form Factor 2.5-Inch
Data Transfer Rate Up to 12Gb/s
Enterprise Grade Yes
Compatibility Dell PowerEdge Servers
Technology Magnetic Hard Disk Storage
Advanced Error Correction Yes
Dual-Port Support Yes
High IOPS Performance Yes
Designed for Continuous Operation Yes
Reliable Enterprise Storage Yes
Lead Time 4–6 Business Days
Typical Use Cases
Enterprise Databases
SQL Database Servers
Virtualization Platforms
Online Transaction Processing (OLTP)
Cloud Infrastructure
ERP and CRM Systems
Financial Services Applications
High-Performance Computing (HPC)
Enterprise Storage Arrays
Application Hosting Servers
Data Warehousing
Mission-Critical Business Applications
High-Density Data Centers
Performance-Oriented Enterprise Workloads