CGKW9

CGKW9 – Dell 1.8TB 10000RPM SAS 12Gb/s 4Kn Hot-Swappable 2.5-Inch Hard Drive

The Dell CGKW9 1.8TB Hard Drive is a high-performance enterprise storage solution engineered for Dell PowerEdge servers and enterprise storage environments. Featuring 1.8TB storage capacity, 10,000 RPM spindle speed, a SAS 12Gb/s interface, 4Kn (4K Native) sector format, and a 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) with hot-swappable support, this enterprise hard drive delivers exceptional performance, low latency, and enterprise-class reliability for mission-critical workloads.

Designed for organizations requiring both high capacity and fast data access, the Dell CGKW9 is ideally suited for virtualization platforms, database servers, enterprise applications, cloud infrastructure, software-defined storage (SDS), online transaction processing (OLTP), analytics, and high-performance computing (HPC). Its 1.8TB capacity provides ample space for virtual machines, enterprise databases, frequently accessed business data, and performance-intensive applications.

The SAS 12Gb/s interface delivers enterprise-grade bandwidth, advanced error correction, and dual-port capability (where supported), ensuring fast, reliable data transfers and maximum system availability. Combined with the 10,000 RPM rotational speed, the drive provides excellent random read/write performance, reduced latency, and improved application responsiveness for demanding enterprise workloads.

Supporting the 4Kn (4K Native) sector format, the Dell CGKW9 enhances storage efficiency, improves data integrity, and optimizes compatibility with modern enterprise operating systems and storage platforms designed for advanced data management.

Its 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) design maximizes storage density while reducing power consumption and cooling requirements in modern rack-mounted servers and enterprise storage arrays. The hot-swappable (hot-plug) capability allows administrators to replace or install drives without shutting down the server, minimizing maintenance downtime and ensuring continuous business operations.

Manufactured according to Dell’s rigorous enterprise quality standards, the Dell CGKW9 is engineered for 24/7 continuous operation, delivering consistent performance, exceptional durability, and enterprise-class reliability. Whether deployed in enterprise databases, virtualization clusters, cloud infrastructure, storage arrays, or mission-critical applications, it provides the speed and dependability required by modern enterprise IT environments.

The Dell CGKW9 is particularly well suited for organizations seeking 1.8TB enterprise storage, 10K RPM performance, SAS 12Gb/s connectivity, 4Kn sector format, hot-swappable functionality, and optimized compatibility with Dell PowerEdge server platforms.

Model Type

Enterprise Hard Drive (HDD) — 10,000 RPM, SAS 12Gb/s, 4Kn, Hot-Swappable, 2.5-Inch Small Form Factor (SFF)

Category

Storage – Enterprise SAS Hard Disk Drive (HDD) for Dell PowerEdge Servers and Enterprise Storage Systems

Key Features

1.8TB Enterprise Storage Capacity

10,000 RPM Enterprise Spindle Speed

SAS 12Gb/s High-Speed Interface

4Kn (4K Native) Sector Format

2.5-Inch Small Form Factor (SFF)

Hot-Swappable (Hot-Plug) Support

Enterprise-Class Reliability

High IOPS Performance

Low-Latency Read and Write Performance

Optimized for Dell PowerEdge Servers

Enhanced Data Integrity

Excellent Random Read and Write Performance

Energy-Efficient Enterprise Design

High Storage Density

Designed for 24/7 Continuous Operation

Long-Term Enterprise Durability

Ideal for Databases, Virtualization, Cloud Infrastructure, Analytics, and Mission-Critical Applications

Technical Specifications

Specification



Details




Model



CGKW9




Capacity



1.8TB




Drive Type



Enterprise Hard Disk Drive (HDD)




Rotational Speed



10,000 RPM




Interface



SAS 12Gb/s




Sector Format



4Kn (4K Native)




Form Factor



2.5-Inch (SFF)




Hot-Plug Support



Yes




Data Transfer Rate



Up to 12Gb/s




Enterprise Grade



Yes




Designed for Continuous Operation



Yes




Reliability



Enterprise-Class




MTBF



Up to 2 Million Hours (Typical Enterprise Rating)




Compatibility



Dell PowerEdge Servers and Compatible Dell Enterprise Storage Systems




Lead Time



4–6 Business Days

Typical Use Cases

Dell PowerEdge Servers

Database Servers

Virtualization Platforms

Enterprise Applications

Cloud Computing Infrastructure

Software-Defined Storage (SDS)

Online Transaction Processing (OLTP)

Analytics and Business Intelligence

High-Performance Computing (HPC)

Enterprise Storage Arrays

Financial Transaction Systems

Private Cloud Deployments

Mission-Critical Business Applications

Storage Consolidation

Modern Enterprise Data Centers