What are the key specifications of the Dell 2VFJY hard drive?

The Dell 2VFJY features 12TB capacity, 7200 RPM rotational speed, SATA 6Gbps interface, 512e sector format, and 3.5-inch form factor with integrated tray. Designed for PowerEdge servers, it supports hot-swap installation and delivers reliable performance for high-capacity storage needs in datacenter environments.

Is the 2VFJY compatible with Dell PowerEdge servers?

Yes, the 2VFJY is a Dell OEM drive with tray for 3.5-inch hot-swap bays in PowerEdge models like R440, R540, R640, R740, R740xd. It uses standard SATA interface for plug-and-play integration without additional adapters.

What workloads is the 2VFJY optimized for?

Optimized for nearline applications including data archiving, backups, virtualization storage, and big data repositories. The 7200 RPM and 12TB capacity balance cost, capacity, and performance for sequential access workloads in enterprise servers.

Does the 2VFJY support advanced format technology?

Yes, it uses 512e advanced format, emulating 512-byte sectors over 4K physical sectors for improved data integrity and efficiency. This ensures compatibility with legacy systems while leveraging modern HDD technology.

What is the form factor and installation type of 2VFJY?

3.5-inch form factor with Dell-specific tray for hot-swap bays. Allows tool-less installation and removal in compatible PowerEdge chassis, minimizing downtime during maintenance or upgrades.

How does 2VFJY compare to SAS drives for enterprise use?

SATA 6Gbps offers cost savings over SAS with similar 7200 RPM performance for nearline tasks. Lacks dual-port redundancy of SAS but suits single-controller setups with lower IOPS demands like archiving.

2VFJY - Dell 2VFJY 12TB 7.2K 512e SATA 3.5in HDD Tray

Name: Dell 2VFJY 12TB 7.2K 512e SATA 3.5in HDD Tray
Brand: Dell
SKU: 2VFJY
Price: 568 USD
Availability: InStock

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Product overview

The Dell 2VFJY is a high-capacity 12TB 3.5-inch SATA hard drive with integrated tray, designed for enterprise and datacenter storage in PowerEdge servers. Featuring 7200 RPM spindle speed and SATA 6Gbps interface with 512e advanced format, it delivers reliable nearline performance for business-critical applications. The 512e sector format ensures broad compatibility while supporting large-scale data archiving, virtualization, and backup workloads. Hot-swap capable for seamless maintenance, it fits standard 3.5-inch bays in Dell servers like R640, R740 series. Engineered for 24/7 operation, this drive provides cost-effective high-density storage with optimized power efficiency and data integrity features typical of Dell EMC PowerEdge HDDs. Ideal for expanding storage in rackmount servers handling big data, cloud services, and content repositories.

12TB capacity enables massive data storage in single drive.
7200 RPM speed supports efficient nearline workloads.
SATA 6Gbps interface ensures broad server compatibility.
512e format provides advanced compatibility and integrity.
3.5-inch form factor with tray fits hot-swap bays.
Enterprise-rated for 24/7 operation in PowerEdge servers.

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	2VFJY
Brand	Dell
Condition	Refurbished
Model	12TB 7.2K RPM SATA 6Gbps 512e 3.5in
Category	Nearline / Business Critical
Hot Swap	Yes
Product Line	PowerEdge Enterprise HDD
Product Type	HARD DRIVES W-TRAY
Tray Included	Yes, Dell hot-swap tray
Advanced Format	Yes (512e)

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Compatible systems

Native fit for Dell PowerEdge 14G servers with 3.5in SATA bays; broad OS support via standard drivers.

Dell PowerEdge
Model: R640, R740
Form factor: 3.5in hot-swap
Generation: 14G
Direct fit with tray
Dell PowerEdge
Model: R440, R540
Form factor: 3.5in hot-swap
Generation: 14G
SATA bay compatible
Dell PowerEdge
Model: R740xd
Form factor: 3.5in hot-swap
Generation: 14G
High-density storage

Best for

Data Archiving
High-capacity nearline storage for long-term data retention in enterprise archives.
Virtualization
Bulk storage for VM sprawl in PowerEdge servers supporting multiple virtual machines.
Backup and Recovery
Reliable target for server backups with hot-swap for minimal downtime.
Big Data Analytics

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