DRDF0

DRDF0 – Dell 1.8TB 10,000RPM SAS 12Gb/s 512e 2.5-Inch Hot-Swappable Hard Drive

The Dell DRDF0 1.8TB Hard Drive is a high-performance enterprise storage solution engineered for Dell PowerEdge servers and compatible Dell enterprise storage systems. Featuring 1.8TB storage capacity, a 10,000RPM spindle speed, a SAS 12Gb/s interface, 512e (512 Emulation) sector format, Hot-Swappable capability, and a 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF), this enterprise hard drive delivers exceptional speed, low latency, and enterprise-class reliability for mission-critical business environments.

Designed for organizations requiring a balance of high capacity and superior performance, the Dell DRDF0 is ideal for virtualization platforms, enterprise databases, cloud infrastructure, online transaction processing (OLTP), ERP systems, analytics, software-defined storage (SDS), and business-critical applications. Its 1.8TB capacity provides ample storage for operating systems, enterprise software, virtual machines, transactional databases, and large business datasets.

The SAS 12Gb/s interface provides enterprise-grade bandwidth, advanced error correction, low latency, and dual-port support (where supported), ensuring higher throughput, enhanced fault tolerance, and greater system availability than SATA-based enterprise storage. Operating at 10,000RPM, the drive delivers faster seek times and improved response times, making it ideal for performance-sensitive enterprise workloads.

The 512e (512 Emulation) sector format combines modern high-capacity storage technology with excellent compatibility for legacy operating systems, RAID controllers, and enterprise applications that expect traditional 512-byte sectors.

Its Hot-Swappable (Hot-Plug) design allows administrators to replace or install the drive without shutting down the server, minimizing downtime and supporting continuous business operations in enterprise environments.

The 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) design enables greater storage density within rack-mounted servers while improving airflow and reducing power consumption, making it an ideal solution for high-density enterprise deployments.

Manufactured according to Dell's rigorous enterprise-quality standards, the DRDF0 is engineered for 24/7 continuous operation, delivering enterprise-grade durability, enhanced data integrity, consistent performance, and dependable long-term reliability.

The Dell DRDF0 is an excellent choice for organizations seeking 1.8TB enterprise storage, 10K RPM performance, SAS 12Gb/s connectivity, 512e compatibility, Hot-Swappable functionality, and optimized compatibility with Dell PowerEdge server platforms.

Model Type

Enterprise Hard Disk Drive (HDD) — 10,000RPM, SAS 12Gb/s, 512e, 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
10,000RPM Rotational Speed
SAS 12Gb/s High-Speed Interface
512e (512 Emulation) Sector Format
Hot-Swappable (Hot-Plug) Design
2.5-Inch Small Form Factor (SFF)
High-Performance Enterprise Storage
Low Latency Data Access
Enterprise-Class Reliability
Enhanced Data Integrity
Dual-Port SAS Support (Where Supported)
Optimized for Dell PowerEdge Servers
Designed for 24/7 Continuous Operation
High Storage Density
Easy Maintenance and Drive Replacement
Ideal for Virtualization, Databases, Cloud Infrastructure, ERP Systems, Analytics, Software-Defined Storage, and Mission-Critical Business Applications
Technical Specifications
Specification Details
Model DRDF0
Capacity 1.8TB
Drive Type Enterprise Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Rotational Speed 10,000RPM
Interface SAS 12Gb/s
Sector Format 512e (512 Emulation)
Form Factor 2.5-Inch (SFF)
Hot-Swappable Yes
Data Transfer Rate Up to 12Gb/s
Enterprise Grade Yes
Designed for Continuous Operation Yes
Reliability Enterprise-Class
Technology Magnetic Hard Disk
Compatibility Dell PowerEdge Servers and Compatible Dell Enterprise Storage Systems
Lead Time 4–6 Business Days
Typical Use Cases
Dell PowerEdge Servers
Enterprise Database Servers
Virtualization Platforms
Online Transaction Processing (OLTP)
Cloud Computing Infrastructure
Software-Defined Storage (SDS)
Enterprise Storage Arrays
Hyper-Converged Infrastructure (HCI)
Analytics Platforms
ERP Systems
Financial Applications
File Servers