F45NV

F45NV – Dell 2TB 7200RPM SAS 12Gb/s Nearline 512n Hot-Pluggable 2.5-Inch Hard Drive

The Dell F45NV 2TB Hard Drive is a high-capacity enterprise storage solution engineered for Dell PowerEdge servers and compatible Dell enterprise storage systems. Featuring 2TB storage capacity, a 7,200RPM spindle speed, a SAS 12Gb/s interface, Nearline (NL-SAS) technology, 512n (512 Native) sector format, Hot-Pluggable capability, and a 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF), this enterprise hard drive delivers an ideal combination of storage capacity, reliability, and enterprise performance for data-intensive business environments.

Designed for organizations requiring large-capacity storage with enterprise-grade reliability, the Dell F45NV is ideal for file servers, backup and disaster recovery systems, virtualization platforms, cloud infrastructure, software-defined storage (SDS), surveillance storage, archival data, and enterprise storage arrays. Its 2TB capacity provides ample space for operating systems, virtual machines, business applications, shared files, backups, and large enterprise datasets.

The SAS 12Gb/s interface delivers enterprise-class bandwidth, advanced error correction, low latency, and dual-port support (where supported), providing superior reliability, availability, and fault tolerance compared to standard SATA drives while maintaining compatibility with enterprise storage infrastructures.

As a Nearline SAS (NL-SAS) drive, the F45NV combines the high-capacity advantages of SATA technology with the reliability and manageability of the SAS interface. This makes it an excellent choice for capacity-oriented enterprise workloads that require dependable 24/7 operation.

Operating at 7,200RPM, the drive provides consistent performance, efficient sequential data transfers, and lower power consumption, making it well suited for storage-intensive applications where capacity is prioritized alongside reliability.

The drive utilizes a 512n (512 Native) sector format, ensuring compatibility with enterprise operating systems, RAID controllers, and legacy storage environments requiring native 512-byte sectors.

Its Hot-Pluggable (Hot-Swap) design enables administrators to install or replace the drive without shutting down the server, minimizing downtime and supporting continuous business operations.

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

Manufactured according to Dell's rigorous enterprise-quality standards, the F45NV is engineered for 24/7 continuous operation, delivering enterprise-grade durability, enhanced data integrity, and dependable long-term reliability.

The Dell F45NV is an excellent solution for organizations seeking 2TB enterprise storage, Nearline SAS technology, SAS 12Gb/s connectivity, 512n compatibility, Hot-Pluggable functionality, and optimized compatibility with Dell PowerEdge server platforms.

Model Type

Enterprise Nearline Hard Disk Drive (NL-SAS HDD) — 7,200RPM, SAS 12Gb/s, 512n, Hot-Pluggable, 2.5-Inch Small Form Factor (SFF)

Category

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

Key Features
2TB Enterprise Storage Capacity
7,200RPM Rotational Speed
Nearline SAS (NL-SAS) Technology
SAS 12Gb/s High-Speed Interface
512n (512 Native) Sector Format
Hot-Pluggable (Hot-Swap) Design
2.5-Inch Small Form Factor (SFF)
High-Capacity Enterprise Storage
Enterprise-Class Reliability
Dual-Port SAS Support (Where Supported)
Enhanced Data Integrity
Optimized for Dell PowerEdge Servers
Designed for 24/7 Continuous Operation
High Storage Density
Reliable Sequential Performance
Energy-Efficient Enterprise Design
Ideal for Backup, Virtualization, Cloud Infrastructure, File Servers, Software-Defined Storage, Surveillance Storage, Archiving, and Enterprise Data Centers
Technical Specifications
Specification Details
Model F45NV
Capacity 2TB
Drive Type Enterprise Nearline Hard Disk Drive (NL-SAS HDD)
Rotational Speed 7,200RPM
Interface SAS 12Gb/s
Drive Type Classification Nearline SAS (NL-SAS)
Sector Format 512n (512 Native)
Hot-Pluggable Yes
Form Factor 2.5-Inch (SFF)
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 File Servers
Backup and Disaster Recovery
Virtualization Platforms
Cloud Computing Infrastructure
Software-Defined Storage (SDS)
Enterprise Storage Arrays
Hyper-Converged Infrastructure (HCI)
Surveillance Storage
Data Archiving
Big Data Storage
Private Cloud Deployments
Enterprise IT Infrastructure
Business-Critical Storage
Modern Enterprise Data Centers