916DX

916DX – Dell 600GB 15000RPM SAS 12Gb/s 2.5-Inch Hybrid Hot-Pluggable Hard Drive

The Dell 916DX 600GB Hybrid Hard Drive is a high-performance enterprise storage solution designed for Dell PowerEdge servers and mission-critical business environments. Featuring 600GB storage capacity, an ultra-fast 15000 RPM spindle speed, SAS 12Gb/s interface, Hybrid storage technology, Hot-Pluggable functionality, and a 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF), this enterprise-grade hard drive delivers exceptional performance, enhanced reliability, and efficient storage for demanding enterprise workloads.

Engineered to combine the proven reliability of enterprise hard disk technology with the performance advantages of hybrid storage architecture, the Dell 916DX provides faster data access, reduced latency, and improved application responsiveness compared to conventional enterprise hard drives. The 15000 RPM rotational speed ensures outstanding I/O performance, making it ideal for transaction-intensive databases, virtualization platforms, cloud infrastructure, enterprise applications, ERP systems, and high-performance storage environments.

The SAS 12Gb/s interface delivers enterprise-class bandwidth, high reliability, and superior throughput, enabling rapid data transfer while maintaining seamless compatibility with Dell PowerEdge servers and enterprise storage platforms. The Hot-Pluggable design allows administrators to replace or upgrade the drive without shutting down the server, minimizing downtime and ensuring continuous business operations.

Its 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) supports high-density server configurations, maximizing storage capacity while improving airflow, cooling efficiency, and rack space utilization within enterprise data centers.

Manufactured according to Dell's rigorous enterprise quality standards, the Dell 916DX is engineered for reliable 24/7 continuous operation, providing enterprise-class durability, long service life, and dependable performance. Whether deployed in enterprise servers, virtualization clusters, cloud environments, financial systems, or mission-critical business applications, it delivers the speed, reliability, and flexibility required by modern enterprise IT infrastructures.

The Dell 916DX is particularly well-suited for organizations seeking enterprise-grade hybrid storage with 600GB capacity, 15000 RPM performance, SAS 12Gb/s connectivity, Hot-Pluggable functionality, and seamless compatibility across Dell PowerEdge server platforms.

Model Type

Enterprise Hybrid Hard Drive (HDD) — 15000 RPM, SAS 12Gb/s, Hot-Pluggable, 2.5-Inch Small Form Factor (SFF)

Category

Storage – Enterprise SAS Hybrid Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

Key Features
600GB Enterprise Storage Capacity
15000 RPM Enterprise Spindle Speed
SAS 12Gb/s High-Speed Interface
Hybrid Storage Technology
Hot-Pluggable Drive Design
2.5-Inch Small Form Factor (SFF)
Enterprise-Class Performance
Ultra-Low Latency Data Access
High IOPS for Mission-Critical Applications
Optimized for Enterprise Workloads
Reliable 24/7 Continuous Operation
Enhanced Data Integrity and Reliability
Optimized for Dell PowerEdge Servers
High-Density Enterprise Storage Solution
Long-Term Enterprise Durability
Designed for Business-Critical Applications
Technical Specifications
Specification Details
Model 916DX
Capacity 600GB
Drive Type Enterprise Hybrid Hard Drive (HDD)
Rotational Speed 15000 RPM
Interface SAS 12Gb/s
Storage Technology Hybrid
Form Factor 2.5-Inch (SFF)
Hot-Pluggable Yes
Data Transfer Rate Up to 12Gb/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
High-Performance Database Servers
Virtualization Platforms
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
Financial Transaction Processing
Cloud Computing Infrastructure
Enterprise Storage Arrays
Software-Defined Storage (SDS)
High-Speed File Servers
Business Intelligence Platforms
Enterprise Backup Systems
Network Attached Storage (NAS)
Data Analytics Workloads
Mission-Critical Business Applications
Disaster Recovery Solutions
Modern Enterprise Data Centers