8U422

8U422 – Dell 36.7GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel 2Gb/s 8MB Cache 3.5-Inch Enterprise Hard Drive

The Dell 8U422 36.7GB Hard Drive is a high-performance enterprise storage solution designed for legacy Dell enterprise servers and Fibre Channel (FC) storage environments. Featuring 36.7GB storage capacity, 15000 RPM spindle speed, Fibre Channel 2Gb/s interface, 8MB cache, and a 3.5-inch Large Form Factor (LFF), this enterprise-grade hard drive delivers ultra-fast data access, low latency, and dependable reliability for mission-critical enterprise applications.

Engineered for enterprise environments where performance and reliability are paramount, the Dell 8U422 combines a 15000 RPM rotational speed with Fibre Channel 2Gb/s technology to deliver exceptional input/output operations (IOPS) and rapid data access. It is well suited for legacy enterprise storage systems, online transaction processing (OLTP), enterprise databases, financial applications, ERP systems, and other latency-sensitive workloads.

The integrated 8MB cache improves data buffering and enhances read/write efficiency, providing smoother performance during continuous enterprise operations. Combined with the Fibre Channel 2Gb/s interface, the drive offers dedicated high-speed connectivity, low-latency communication, and dependable data transfers within Fibre Channel SAN (Storage Area Network) environments.

The 3.5-inch Large Form Factor (LFF) provides enterprise-grade durability and is designed for storage systems requiring robust large-form-factor drives. Its construction ensures reliable operation under continuous enterprise workloads.

Manufactured according to Dell's stringent enterprise quality standards, the Dell 8U422 is engineered for reliable 24/7 continuous operation, delivering enterprise-class durability and long-term dependability. Whether deployed in legacy Dell servers, Fibre Channel storage arrays, SAN infrastructures, or business-critical enterprise environments, it provides the performance and reliability required for continuous operation.

The Dell 8U422 is particularly well-suited for organizations maintaining legacy Fibre Channel storage infrastructures that require 15000 RPM performance, 2Gb/s Fibre Channel connectivity, and dependable enterprise storage.

Model Type

Enterprise Hard Drive (HDD) — 15000 RPM, Fibre Channel 2Gb/s, 8MB Cache, 3.5-Inch Large Form Factor (LFF)

Category

Storage – Enterprise Fibre Channel Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

Key Features
36.7GB Enterprise Storage Capacity
15000 RPM Ultra-High Performance Spindle Speed
Fibre Channel (FC) 2Gb/s Interface
8MB Cache Memory
3.5-Inch Large Form Factor (LFF)
Enterprise-Class HDD Performance
Ultra-Low Latency Data Access
High IOPS Performance
Optimized for Fibre Channel SAN Environments
Reliable Read and Write Operations
Enterprise Data Integrity
Ideal for Legacy Enterprise Systems
Reliable 24/7 Continuous Operation
Long-Term Enterprise Reliability
Designed for Mission-Critical Applications
Compatible with Legacy Dell Enterprise Storage Platforms
Technical Specifications
Specification Details
Model 8U422
Capacity 36.7GB
Drive Type Enterprise Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Rotational Speed 15000 RPM
Cache 8MB
Interface Fibre Channel (FC) 2Gb/s
Form Factor 3.5-Inch (LFF)
Data Transfer Rate Up to 2Gb/s
Enterprise Grade Yes
Designed for Continuous Operation Yes
Reliability Enterprise-Class
Compatibility Legacy Dell Enterprise Servers & Fibre Channel Storage Systems
Lead Time 4–6 Business Days
Typical Use Cases
Fibre Channel SAN Storage
Legacy Dell Enterprise Servers
Enterprise Database Systems
Online Transaction Processing (OLTP)
ERP & CRM Applications
Financial Systems
Enterprise Storage Arrays
High-Availability Storage Environments
Business-Critical Applications
Legacy Virtualization Platforms
Enterprise Backup Systems
Data Migration Projects
Industrial Computing Systems
Mission-Critical Legacy Infrastructure
Enterprise Data Centers