A8724273 – Dell 2TB 7200RPM SATA III 6Gb/s 128MB Cache 3.5-Inch Enterprise Hard Drive
The Dell A8724273 2TB Hard Drive is a high-capacity enterprise storage solution engineered for Dell PowerEdge servers and enterprise computing environments. Featuring 2TB storage capacity, 7200 RPM spindle speed, SATA III 6Gb/s interface, 128MB cache, and a 3.5-inch Large Form Factor (LFF), this enterprise-grade hard drive delivers dependable performance, exceptional storage capacity, and enterprise-class reliability for business-critical applications. Designed for continuous operation, it provides an ideal balance of performance, scalability, and cost efficiency for modern enterprise data centers.
Designed for organizations requiring reliable, high-capacity storage, the Dell A8724273 is ideal for file servers, virtualization platforms, cloud computing infrastructure, software-defined storage (SDS), backup and disaster recovery, enterprise applications, and long-term data archiving. The 7200 RPM rotational speed ensures consistent throughput and responsive data access, making it well suited for capacity-oriented enterprise workloads while maintaining excellent power efficiency.
The SATA III 6Gb/s interface delivers dependable high-speed data transfers while ensuring broad compatibility with Dell PowerEdge servers and supported enterprise storage systems. The integrated 128MB cache significantly improves read and write efficiency by buffering frequently accessed data, enhancing overall storage performance, reducing latency, and supporting smoother multitasking during demanding workloads.
Its 3.5-inch Large Form Factor (LFF) design provides excellent storage scalability and compatibility with enterprise server chassis and storage arrays. The larger form factor is ideal for rack-mounted servers, tower servers, storage appliances, and enterprise environments requiring economical, high-capacity storage. The drive also supports 512n Advanced Format technology for improved compatibility with enterprise operating systems and applications.
Manufactured according to Dell's rigorous enterprise quality standards, the Dell A8724273 is engineered for reliable 24/7 continuous operation, delivering exceptional durability, consistent performance, and dependable long-term reliability. Whether deployed in enterprise servers, virtualization clusters, backup infrastructure, or cloud environments, it provides the storage capacity, efficiency, and reliability required by today's enterprise data centers.
The Dell A8724273 is particularly well suited for organizations seeking enterprise-grade storage with 2TB capacity, 7200 RPM performance, 128MB cache, SATA III 6Gb/s connectivity, and optimized compatibility with Dell PowerEdge server platforms.
Model Type
Enterprise Hard Drive (HDD) — 7200 RPM, SATA III 6Gb/s, 128MB Cache, 3.5-Inch Large Form Factor (LFF)
Category
Storage – Enterprise SATA Hard Disk Drive (HDD) for Dell PowerEdge Servers and Enterprise Storage Systems
Key Features
2TB Enterprise Storage Capacity
7200 RPM Enterprise Spindle Speed
SATA III 6Gb/s High-Speed Interface
128MB Cache Memory
3.5-Inch Large Form Factor (LFF)
Advanced Format 512n Support
Enterprise-Class HDD Performance
Reliable Read and Write Operations
Optimized for Dell PowerEdge Servers
Enhanced Data Integrity and Reliability
Reliable 24/7 Continuous Operation
Enterprise-Grade Storage Solution
Long-Term Enterprise Reliability
Designed for Business-Critical Applications
High-Capacity Enterprise Storage
Ideal for File Servers, Virtualization, Backup, NAS, Cloud Computing, and Data Archiving
Technical Specifications
Specification Details
Model A8724273
Capacity 2TB
Drive Type Enterprise Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Rotational Speed 7200 RPM
Interface SATA III 6Gb/s
Cache 128MB
Form Factor 3.5-Inch (LFF)
Sector Format 512n
Data Transfer Rate Up to 6Gb/s
Enterprise Grade Yes
Designed for Continuous Operation Yes
Reliability Enterprise-Class
Compatibility Dell PowerEdge Servers and Supported Enterprise Storage Systems
Lead Time 4–6 Business Days
Typical Use Cases
Dell PowerEdge Servers
Enterprise File Servers
Virtualization Platforms
Cloud Computing Infrastructure
Software-Defined Storage (SDS)
Storage Area Networks (SAN)
Backup and Disaster Recovery
Enterprise Applications
Business Intelligence Platforms
Data Analytics Workloads
Web Hosting Environments
Network Attached Storage (NAS)
Enterprise Storage Arrays
Data Archiving
Mission-Critical Business Applications
Modern Enterprise Data Centers