342-2812 – Dell 2TB 7200RPM SATA 6Gb/s 3.5-Inch Hard Drive
The Dell 342-2812 2TB SATA Hard Drive is a reliable enterprise storage solution designed for Dell PowerEdge servers and data center environments. Featuring a 7200 RPM spindle speed and SATA 6Gb/s interface, this drive delivers stable performance, consistent data throughput, and efficient high-capacity storage for general-purpose workloads.
Built in a 3.5-inch large form factor (LFF), it is ideal for standard server configurations requiring cost-effective and scalable storage. The hot-pluggable design allows for easy installation and replacement without system downtime, ensuring continuous availability in enterprise environments.
This drive is well-suited for backup systems, file storage, archival workloads, and RAID configurations where capacity, reliability, and affordability are key priorities.
Model Type:
Internal Enterprise HDD — 3.5″ SATA (6Gb/s, 7.2K RPM, Hot-Pluggable)
Category:
Storage — Enterprise SATA Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Key Features:
2TB Capacity — High-capacity storage for enterprise workloads
7200 RPM Speed — Reliable performance for everyday server use
SATA 6Gb/s Interface — Cost-effective high-speed connectivity
3.5-Inch LFF Design — Compatible with standard server bays
Hot-Pluggable Support — Enables maintenance without downtime
Enterprise Reliability — Built for 24/7 continuous operation
Balanced Performance — Ideal for nearline and archival storage
Scalable Storage Solution — Supports RAID and expansion needs
Technical Specifications:
Specification Details
Model 342-2812
Capacity 2TB
Drive Type Internal HDD
Interface SATA 6Gb/s
Spindle Speed 7200 RPM
Form Factor 3.5″
Hot-Swap Yes
Workload Type Enterprise / Nearline Storage
Compatibility Dell PowerEdge Servers & Storage Arrays
Lead Time 4–6 Business Days
Typical Use Cases:
Enterprise file and backup servers
RAID storage arrays
Archival and nearline storage
Data center capacity expansion
General-purpose server workloads