8YKDF

8YKDF – Dell 12TB 7200RPM SATA 6Gb/s 256MB Cache 3.5-Inch Hot-Pluggable Enterprise Hard Drive

The Dell 8YKDF 12TB Hard Drive is a high-capacity enterprise storage solution engineered for Dell PowerEdge servers and business-critical IT environments. Featuring 12TB storage capacity, 7200 RPM spindle speed, SATA 6Gb/s interface, 256MB cache, hot-pluggable functionality, and a 3.5-inch Large Form Factor (LFF), this enterprise-grade hard drive delivers exceptional storage capacity, reliable performance, and long-term durability for data-intensive enterprise workloads.

Designed for modern enterprise infrastructures, the Dell 8YKDF provides an outstanding balance of capacity, efficiency, and cost-effective performance. The 7200 RPM rotational speed delivers consistent read and write operations, making it ideal for file servers, backup repositories, cloud storage, virtualization environments, surveillance systems, enterprise storage arrays, and large-scale data archiving.

The integrated 256MB cache enhances data buffering and accelerates access to frequently used data, improving overall system responsiveness during sustained enterprise workloads. Combined with the SATA 6Gb/s interface, the drive provides dependable high-speed data transfers while maintaining broad compatibility with Dell PowerEdge servers and enterprise storage platforms.

Its hot-pluggable design enables administrators to replace or upgrade the drive without shutting down the server, minimizing downtime and ensuring uninterrupted business operations. This hot-swap capability simplifies maintenance and maximizes system availability in enterprise environments.

The 3.5-inch Large Form Factor (LFF) maximizes storage capacity per drive, making it an excellent solution for enterprise servers requiring large-capacity storage expansion while maintaining efficient airflow and cooling inside rack-mounted systems.

Manufactured according to Dell's rigorous enterprise quality standards, the Dell 8YKDF is engineered for reliable 24/7 continuous operation, delivering enterprise-class durability and dependable long-term performance. Whether deployed in enterprise storage arrays, cloud infrastructure, backup environments, virtualization clusters, or mission-critical business applications, it provides the scalability, reliability, and storage capacity required by modern enterprise IT infrastructures.

The Dell 8YKDF is particularly well-suited for organizations seeking enterprise-grade SATA storage with 12TB capacity, 256MB cache, hot-plug capability, and seamless compatibility across Dell PowerEdge server platforms.

Model Type

Enterprise Hard Drive (HDD) — 7200 RPM, SATA 6Gb/s, 256MB Cache, Hot-Pluggable, 3.5-Inch Large Form Factor (LFF)

Category

Storage – Enterprise SATA Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

Key Features
12TB Enterprise Storage Capacity
7200 RPM Enterprise Spindle Speed
SATA 6Gb/s High-Speed Interface
256MB Cache Memory
Hot-Pluggable Drive Design
3.5-Inch Large Form Factor (LFF)
Enterprise-Class HDD Performance
Reliable Read and Write Operations
Optimized for High-Capacity Storage
Enhanced Data Integrity
Energy-Efficient Enterprise Design
Ideal for Backup and Archiving
Reliable 24/7 Continuous Operation
Optimized for Dell PowerEdge Servers
Long-Term Enterprise Reliability
Designed for Data-Intensive Workloads
High-Capacity Enterprise Storage Expansion
Technical Specifications
Specification Details
Model 8YKDF
Capacity 12TB
Drive Type Enterprise Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Rotational Speed 7200 RPM
Cache 256MB
Interface SATA 6Gb/s
Form Factor 3.5-Inch (LFF)
Hot-Pluggable Yes
Data Transfer Rate Up to 6Gb/s
Enterprise Grade Yes
Designed for Continuous Operation Yes
Reliability Enterprise-Class
Compatibility Dell PowerEdge Servers
Lead Time 4–6 Business Days
Typical Use Cases
Enterprise File Servers
Backup and Archiving Systems
Cloud Storage Infrastructure
Enterprise Storage Arrays
Network Attached Storage (NAS)
Virtualization Platforms
Big Data Storage
Video Surveillance Storage
Software-Defined Storage (SDS)
Disaster Recovery Solutions
Business Continuity Systems
Enterprise Backup Repositories
Data Analytics Platforms
Mission-Critical Business Applications
Modern Enterprise Data Centers