F5HFM

F5HFM – Dell 1.2TB 10,000RPM SAS 12Gb/s 512n Hot-Pluggable 2.5-Inch Hard Drive

The Dell F5HFM 1.2TB Hard Drive is a high-performance enterprise storage solution engineered for Dell PowerEdge servers and compatible Dell enterprise storage systems. Featuring 1.2TB storage capacity, a 10,000RPM spindle speed, a SAS 12Gb/s interface, 512n (512 Native) sector format, Hot-Pluggable capability, and a 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF), this enterprise hard drive delivers fast data access, low latency, and enterprise-class reliability for demanding business and data center workloads.

Designed for organizations requiring both high performance and substantial storage capacity, the Dell F5HFM is ideal for enterprise databases, virtualization platforms, cloud infrastructure, ERP systems, online transaction processing (OLTP), software-defined storage (SDS), analytics platforms, and mission-critical business applications. Its 1.2TB capacity provides ample storage for operating systems, virtual machines, enterprise software, transactional databases, and frequently accessed business data.

The SAS 12Gb/s interface provides enterprise-grade bandwidth, advanced error correction, low latency, and dual-port support (where supported), ensuring superior throughput, enhanced fault tolerance, and continuous availability for enterprise environments.

Operating at 10,000RPM, the drive delivers fast seek times, rapid data access, and consistent read/write performance, making it an excellent choice for workloads requiring quick response times and reliable storage performance.

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

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

The 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) design enables 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 F5HFM is engineered for 24/7 continuous operation, delivering enterprise-grade durability, enhanced data integrity, consistent performance, and dependable long-term reliability.

The Dell F5HFM is an excellent solution for organizations seeking 1.2TB enterprise storage, 10K RPM performance, SAS 12Gb/s connectivity, 512n sector compatibility, Hot-Pluggable functionality, and optimized compatibility with Dell PowerEdge server platforms.

Model Type

Enterprise Hard Disk Drive (HDD) — 10,000RPM, SAS 12Gb/s, 512n, Hot-Pluggable, 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
1.2TB Enterprise Storage Capacity
10,000RPM Rotational Speed
SAS 12Gb/s High-Speed Interface
512n (512 Native) Sector Format
Hot-Pluggable (Hot-Swap) Design
2.5-Inch Small Form Factor (SFF)
High-Performance Enterprise Storage
Low Latency Data Access
Fast Seek Times
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 Enterprise Databases, Virtualization, Cloud Infrastructure, ERP Systems, OLTP, Software-Defined Storage, Analytics, and Mission-Critical Business Applications
Technical Specifications
Specification Details
Model F5HFM
Capacity 1.2TB
Drive Type Enterprise Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Rotational Speed 10,000RPM
Interface SAS 12Gb/s
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 Database Servers
Virtualization Platforms
Online Transaction Processing (OLTP)
Cloud Computing Infrastructure
ERP Systems
Software-Defined Storage (SDS)
Enterprise Storage Arrays
Hyper-Converged Infrastructure (HCI)
Analytics Platforms
Financial Applications
File Servers
Private Cloud Deployments
Enterprise IT Infrastructure
Mission-Critical Business Applications
Modern Enterprise Data Centers