CGW89

CGW89 – Dell 2TB 7200RPM SAS 6Gb/s 3.5-Inch Hard Drive

The Dell CGW89 2TB Hard Drive is a dependable enterprise storage solution engineered for Dell PowerEdge servers and enterprise storage environments. Featuring 2TB storage capacity, 7200 RPM spindle speed, a SAS 6Gb/s interface, and a 3.5-inch Large Form Factor (LFF), this enterprise hard drive delivers reliable performance, high-capacity storage, and enterprise-class durability for business-critical workloads.

Designed for organizations requiring scalable and cost-effective storage, the Dell CGW89 is ideally suited for enterprise file servers, virtualization platforms, backup and disaster recovery, network-attached storage (NAS), cloud infrastructure, software-defined storage (SDS), data archiving, storage consolidation, and general business applications. Its 2TB capacity provides ample space for operating systems, virtual machines, enterprise databases, shared files, and growing organizational data.

The SAS 6Gb/s interface delivers enterprise-grade reliability, advanced error correction, and dual-port capability (where supported), ensuring consistent high-speed data transfers and enhanced system availability. Combined with the 7200 RPM rotational speed, the drive provides an excellent balance of performance, storage capacity, and energy efficiency for capacity-focused enterprise environments.

Its 3.5-inch Large Form Factor (LFF) design is optimized for enterprise storage systems requiring high-capacity drives while maintaining dependable performance and efficient cooling. The drive supports hot-plug functionality in compatible Dell PowerEdge server configurations, allowing administrators to replace or install drives without shutting down the server, reducing maintenance downtime and ensuring continuous business operations.

Manufactured according to Dell’s rigorous enterprise quality standards, the Dell CGW89 is engineered for 24/7 continuous operation, delivering consistent performance, exceptional durability, and long-term enterprise reliability. Whether deployed in enterprise storage arrays, backup infrastructure, virtualization clusters, cloud environments, or business-critical applications, it provides the capacity and dependability required by modern enterprise IT infrastructures.

The Dell CGW89 is particularly well suited for organizations seeking 2TB enterprise storage, 7200 RPM performance, SAS 6Gb/s connectivity, and optimized compatibility with Dell PowerEdge server platforms.

Model Type

Enterprise Hard Drive (HDD) — 7200 RPM, SAS 6Gb/s, 3.5-Inch Large Form Factor (LFF)

Category

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

Key Features
2TB Enterprise Storage Capacity
7200 RPM Enterprise Spindle Speed
SAS 6Gb/s High-Speed Interface
3.5-Inch Large Form Factor (LFF)
Hot-Plug Compatible
Enterprise-Class Reliability
High-Capacity Enterprise Storage
Reliable Read and Write Performance
Optimized for Dell PowerEdge Servers
Enhanced Data Integrity
Dual-Port SAS Capability (Where Supported)
Energy-Efficient Enterprise Design
High Storage Density
Designed for 24/7 Continuous Operation
Long-Term Enterprise Durability
Ideal for Backup, Virtualization, NAS, Cloud Infrastructure, and Business Applications
Technical Specifications
Specification Details
Model CGW89
Capacity 2TB
Drive Type Enterprise Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Rotational Speed 7200 RPM
Interface SAS 6Gb/s
Form Factor 3.5-Inch (LFF)
Hot-Plug Support Yes (Compatible Systems)
Data Transfer Rate Up to 6Gb/s
Enterprise Grade Yes
Designed for Continuous Operation Yes
Reliability Enterprise-Class
MTBF Up to 1.6 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
Enterprise File Servers
Backup and Disaster Recovery
Network Attached Storage (NAS)
Virtualization Platforms
Cloud Computing Infrastructure
Software-Defined Storage (SDS)
Data Archiving
Storage Consolidation
Enterprise Backup Systems
Business Application Servers
Private Cloud Deployments
File Sharing Infrastructure
General Enterprise Storage
Modern Enterprise Data Centers