F6VD4

F6VD4 – Dell 2TB 7,200RPM SAS 12Gb/s Nearline 512n 2.5-Inch Hard Drive

The Dell F6VD4 2TB Hard Drive is a high-capacity enterprise storage solution designed 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, and a 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF), this enterprise hard drive delivers a strong balance of capacity, reliability, and cost-efficient performance for data-intensive workloads.

Engineered for scalable enterprise environments, the Dell F6VD4 is ideal for backup and archiving, file servers, virtualization, cloud storage, software-defined storage (SDS), surveillance systems, and large-scale enterprise data repositories. Its 2TB capacity provides ample space for virtual machines, business applications, operating systems, and unstructured data storage.

The SAS 12Gb/s interface delivers enterprise-grade bandwidth, advanced error correction, low latency, and dual-port capability (where supported), ensuring high availability, improved fault tolerance, and consistent data throughput in demanding environments.

As a Nearline SAS (NL-SAS) drive, the F6VD4 combines the high-capacity advantages of traditional SATA drives with the reliability, manageability, and performance consistency of the SAS interface—making it well-suited for 24/7 enterprise workloads where capacity is a priority.

Operating at 7,200RPM, the drive provides stable performance, efficient sequential data handling, and optimized power consumption, making it ideal for storage-heavy applications that do not require ultra-low latency but demand consistent reliability.

The 512n (512 Native) sector format ensures compatibility with a wide range of enterprise operating systems, RAID controllers, and legacy storage architectures requiring native sector alignment.

The 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) design enables higher storage density in Dell PowerEdge server environments, improving rack efficiency, airflow management, and energy optimization in modern data centers.

Manufactured under Dell’s strict enterprise standards, the F6VD4 is engineered for 24/7 continuous operation, ensuring long-term durability, data integrity, and dependable performance in mission-critical environments.

The Dell F6VD4 is an excellent solution for organizations seeking 2TB enterprise-class Nearline SAS storage, 12Gb/s connectivity, 512n compatibility, and optimized integration with Dell PowerEdge server infrastructure.

Model Type

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

Category

Storage – Enterprise Nearline 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
2.5-Inch Small Form Factor (SFF)
High-Capacity Enterprise Storage
Enterprise-Class Reliability
Dual-Port SAS Support (Where Supported)
Consistent Sequential Performance
Optimized for Dell PowerEdge Servers
Designed for 24/7 Continuous Operation
Energy-Efficient Enterprise Design
High Storage Density
Ideal for Backup, Archiving, Virtualization, File Servers, Cloud Infrastructure, SDS, and Surveillance Systems
Technical Specifications
Specification Details
Model F6VD4
Capacity 2TB
Drive Type Enterprise Nearline Hard Disk Drive (NL-SAS HDD)
Rotational Speed 7,200RPM
Interface SAS 12Gb/s
Sector Format 512n (512 Native)
Form Factor 2.5-Inch (SFF)
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 Archiving Systems
Virtualization Platforms
Cloud Storage Infrastructure
Software-Defined Storage (SDS)
Surveillance Storage Systems
Enterprise Storage Arrays
Data Lakes and Large Repositories
Private Cloud Deployments
Enterprise IT Infrastructure
Modern Data Centers
Business-Critical Storage Environments