83D8F – Dell 2TB 7200RPM SAS 12Gb/s 512n 3.5-Inch Hard Drive with Tray
The Dell 83D8F 2TB Hard Drive is a reliable enterprise storage solution engineered for Dell PowerEdge servers and mission-critical business environments. Featuring a 2TB storage capacity, 7200 RPM rotational speed, SAS 12Gb/s interface, 512n sector format, an included Dell drive tray, and a standard 3.5-inch form factor, this enterprise-grade hard drive delivers dependable performance, enterprise-class reliability, and seamless integration for demanding server workloads.
Designed for continuous enterprise operation, the Dell 83D8F provides an ideal balance of storage capacity, performance, and cost-efficiency. The 7200 RPM spindle speed ensures consistent throughput and responsive data access, making it well-suited for enterprise file servers, virtualization platforms, backup repositories, cloud infrastructure, storage arrays, and general-purpose business applications.
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 512n (512-byte Native) sector format, the drive provides broad compatibility with enterprise operating systems, RAID controllers, and storage infrastructures. This native sector format ensures seamless deployment while maintaining dependable data integrity and consistent performance.
Supplied with a Dell-compatible drive tray, the Dell 83D8F is ready for immediate installation into supported Dell PowerEdge servers. The included tray simplifies deployment, accelerates maintenance procedures, and minimizes downtime during storage upgrades or drive replacement.
Its 3.5-inch Large Form Factor (LFF) is optimized for high-capacity enterprise storage deployments, providing excellent airflow, efficient thermal management, and maximum storage scalability within enterprise server environments.
Manufactured according to Dell’s stringent enterprise standards, the Dell 83D8F is engineered for dependable 24/7 operation and long-term durability. Whether deployed in enterprise storage arrays, virtualization clusters, cloud infrastructure, backup systems, or mission-critical applications, it provides the reliability, scalability, and operational efficiency required by modern organizations.
The drive is particularly well-suited for organizations seeking high-capacity enterprise storage with included installation hardware and high-speed SAS performance within Dell PowerEdge server environments.
Model Type
Enterprise Hard Disk Drive (HDD) — 7200 RPM, SAS 12Gb/s, 512n, 3.5-Inch Form Factor, Includes Drive Tray
Category
Storage – Enterprise SAS Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Key Features
2TB Enterprise Storage Capacity
7200 RPM Rotational Speed
SAS 12Gb/s High-Speed Interface
512n (512-Byte Native) Sector Format
Includes Dell-Compatible Drive Tray
Standard 3.5-Inch Form Factor
Enterprise-Class Reliability
Consistent Data Access Performance
Advanced Error Correction Technology
Dual-Port SAS Connectivity
Enhanced Data Integrity Protection
Ready-to-Install Configuration
High-Capacity Storage Deployment
Reliable 24/7 Continuous Operation
Optimized for Dell PowerEdge Servers
Efficient Thermal Management
Designed for Business-Critical Applications
Technical Specifications
Specification Details
Model 83D8F
Capacity 2TB
Drive Type Enterprise Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Interface SAS 12Gb/s
Sector Format 512n
Rotational Speed 7200 RPM
Form Factor 3.5-Inch
Tray Included Yes
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
Designed for Continuous Operation Yes
Reliable Enterprise Storage Yes
Lead Time 4–6 Business Days
Typical Use Cases
Enterprise File Servers
Backup and Recovery Systems
Storage Area Networks (SAN)
Network Attached Storage (NAS)
Virtualization Platforms
Cloud Infrastructure
Enterprise Storage Arrays
Application Hosting Environments
ERP and CRM Systems
Departmental Data Storage
Business Continuity Solutions
Long-Term Data Retention
Capacity Expansion Projects
Business-Critical Enterprise Application