DR8H8

DR8H8 – Dell 1TB Multi-Level Cell (MLC) SATA 6Gb/s 2.5-Inch Solid State Drive with Tray

The Dell DR8H8 1TB Solid State Drive (SSD) with Tray is a high-performance enterprise storage solution engineered for Dell PowerEdge servers and compatible Dell enterprise storage systems. Featuring 1TB storage capacity, a SATA 6Gb/s interface, Multi-Level Cell (MLC) NAND Flash technology, a 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF), and an included Dell drive tray (carrier), this enterprise SSD delivers exceptional speed, ultra-low latency, and enterprise-grade reliability for demanding business and data center environments.

Designed for organizations seeking a balance of performance, endurance, and capacity, the Dell DR8H8 is ideal for virtualization platforms, enterprise databases, cloud infrastructure, software-defined storage (SDS), file servers, web hosting, analytics platforms, ERP systems, and mission-critical business applications. Its 1TB capacity provides ample storage for operating systems, enterprise software, virtual machines, databases, and frequently accessed business data.

The SATA 6Gb/s interface provides reliable high-speed connectivity and broad compatibility with Dell PowerEdge servers and enterprise storage systems. SATA technology offers a cost-effective enterprise storage solution while delivering consistent performance for a wide variety of business workloads.

Built using Multi-Level Cell (MLC) NAND Flash technology, the drive offers higher endurance, improved write performance, and longer service life than consumer-grade TLC SSDs, making it well suited for enterprise environments with balanced read and write operations.

Supplied with a Dell drive tray (carrier), the drive is ready for quick installation into compatible Dell PowerEdge server drive bays, reducing deployment time and simplifying upgrades, maintenance, and replacements.

Unlike traditional hard disk drives, the Dell DR8H8 SSD contains no moving parts, providing significantly higher IOPS, near-instantaneous data access, faster application loading, lower power consumption, reduced heat generation, and silent operation. These advantages improve overall server responsiveness while lowering operating costs.

Its 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) design enables greater storage density within rack-mounted servers while improving airflow and energy efficiency, making it an ideal choice for high-density enterprise deployments.

Manufactured according to Dell's rigorous enterprise-quality standards, the DR8H8 is engineered for 24/7 continuous operation, delivering enterprise-grade durability, enhanced data integrity, consistent performance, and dependable long-term reliability.

The Dell DR8H8 is an excellent choice for organizations seeking 1TB enterprise SSD storage, MLC NAND technology, SATA 6Gb/s connectivity, an included Dell drive tray, and optimized compatibility with Dell PowerEdge server platforms.

Model Type

Enterprise Solid State Drive (SSD) — Multi-Level Cell (MLC), SATA 6Gb/s, 2.5-Inch Small Form Factor (SFF), with Dell Drive Tray

Category

Storage – Enterprise SATA Solid State Drive (SSD) for Dell PowerEdge Servers and Enterprise Storage Systems

Key Features
1TB Enterprise Storage Capacity
Multi-Level Cell (MLC) NAND Flash Technology
SATA 6Gb/s High-Speed Interface
Includes Dell Drive Tray (Carrier)
2.5-Inch Small Form Factor (SFF)
High IOPS Performance
Ultra-Low Latency
Faster Boot and Application Loading
Enterprise-Class Reliability
Enhanced Data Integrity
Optimized for Dell PowerEdge Servers
Lower Power Consumption
No Moving Parts
Silent Operation
Ready for Quick Installation
Designed for 24/7 Continuous Operation
Long-Term Enterprise Durability
Ideal for Virtualization, Databases, Cloud Infrastructure, Software-Defined Storage, File Servers, Analytics, ERP Systems, and Business Applications
Technical Specifications
Specification Details
Model DR8H8
Capacity 1TB
Drive Type Enterprise Solid State Drive (SSD)
NAND Technology Multi-Level Cell (MLC)
Interface SATA 6Gb/s
Form Factor 2.5-Inch (SFF)
Drive Tray Dell Drive Tray Included
Data Transfer Rate Up to 6Gb/s
Enterprise Grade Yes
Designed for Continuous Operation Yes
Reliability Enterprise-Class
Technology NAND Flash SSD
Compatibility Dell PowerEdge Servers and Compatible Dell Enterprise Storage Systems
Lead Time 4–6 Business Days
Typical Use Cases
Dell PowerEdge Servers
Virtualization Platforms
Enterprise Database Servers
Cloud Computing Infrastructure
Software-Defined Storage (SDS)
Enterprise Storage Arrays
Hyper-Converged Infrastructure (HCI)
File Servers
Analytics Platforms
ERP Systems
Web Hosting Servers
Private Cloud Deployments
Enterprise IT Infrastructure
Mission-Critical Business Applications
Modern Enterprise Data Centers