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Dell 51VK0 2.4TB 10K RPM SAS 12Gbps Hard Drive

Name: Dell 51VK0 2.4TB 10K RPM SAS 12Gbps Hard Drive
Brand: Dell
SKU: 51VK0
Price: 620 USD
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MPN: 51VK0·By: Dell

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Product overview

The Dell 51VK0 is a 2.4TB SAS hard drive engineered for enterprise datacenter environments requiring high-performance storage. Operating at 10,000 RPM spindle speed, this drive delivers a 1.2 GBps external transfer rate, enabling rapid data access for demanding workloads. The drive features a SAS 12Gbps interface for enhanced connectivity with compatible server and storage systems. With advanced format 512e technology and 256MB buffer capacity, the 51VK0 provides reliable data handling and improved performance in high-capacity storage arrays. The 2.5-inch form factor supports both 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch bays via included adapter, offering flexible deployment options across Dell PowerEdge servers and storage systems.

10,000 RPM spindle speed with 1.2 GBps transfer rate
SAS 12Gbps interface for enterprise server compatibility
2.4TB capacity with 512e advanced format and 256MB buffer
2.5-inch form factor with 3.5-inch hybrid carrier adapter
Hot-plug design for seamless drive replacement
Enterprise-grade reliability for datacenter deployments

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	51VK0
Brand	Dell
Condition	Refurbished
Model	51VK0
Capacity	2.4 TB
Hot Swap	Yes
Enclosure	Internal
Tray Type	HS
Cache Size	256 MB
Drive Type	HDD
Generation	13Gen
Technology	HDD
Form Factor	2.5-inch in 3.5-inch hybrid carrier
Sector Size	512e
Product Line	PowerEdge
Product Type	Internal Hard Disk Drive
Spindle Speed	10,000 RPM
Compatible Arrays	Dell PowerVault M-Series MD1120 Storage Arrays

Performance

Average Latency	2.9 ms
Sustained Transfer Rate	270 MB/s outer to 117 MB/s inner
External Data Transfer Rate	12Gb/s

Networking Ports & Interfaces

Interface	SAS 12 Gb/s

Compatible systems

Compatible with multiple Dell PowerEdge servers including R730, R430, R530, T430

Dell PowerEdge
Model: R730
Form factor: Rack
Confirmed compatible from serverorbit.com listing for 51VK0
Dell PowerEdge
Model: R430
Form factor: Rack
Confirmed compatible from serverorbit.com listing for 51VK0
Dell PowerEdge
Model: R530
Form factor: Rack
Confirmed compatible from serverorbit.com listing for 51VK0
Dell PowerEdge
Model: T430
Form factor: Tower
Confirmed compatible from serverorbit.com listing for 51VK0

Best for

High-Performance Storage
The 10,000 RPM spindle speed and 1.2 GBps transfer rate support demanding I/O operations in virtualization and database environments requiring rapid disk access.
Enterprise Datacenters
SAS 12Gbps interface and 512e advanced format enable reliable integration with Dell PowerEdge servers and storage systems in mission-critical deployments.
Data-Intensive Applications
2.4TB capacity combined with 256MB buffer and 512e format provides efficient handling of large-scale data processing, video, audio, and image storage workloads.
Hot-Swap Environments
Hot-plug design with 2.5-inch form factor and 3.5-inch hybrid carrier adapter enables seamless drive replacement without system downtime in active storage arrays.

Frequently asked questions

What is the spindle speed and how does it affect performance?

The Dell 51VK0 operates at 10,000 RPM spindle speed, delivering a 1.2 GBps external transfer rate. This speed ensures rapid disk access and sustained throughput for enterprise applications. Higher spindle speeds reduce latency and improve responsiveness in I/O-intensive workloads such as virtualization, databases, and real-time analytics.

Is this drive compatible with Dell PowerEdge servers?

Yes, the Dell 51VK0 features a SAS 12Gbps interface and is compatible with Dell PowerEdge infrastructure. The 2.5-inch form factor with included 3.5-inch hybrid carrier adapter enables flexible deployment across multiple PowerEdge server models and storage systems.

What storage capacity does this drive provide?

The Dell 51VK0 provides 2.4TB of storage capacity. This capacity level reduces the number of drives required in storage arrays, lowering operational complexity and power consumption while maintaining high performance for enterprise datacenter applications.

What is the 512e advanced format and why is it important?

The 512e advanced format optimizes sector alignment for modern operating systems while maintaining backward compatibility with legacy systems. Combined with the 256MB buffer, this technology improves data reliability and performance efficiency in mixed workload environments typical of enterprise datacenters.

Can this drive be replaced without system downtime?

Yes, the Dell 51VK0 features hot-plug design, enabling seamless drive replacement without powering down the system. This capability is essential in mission-critical datacenter environments where continuous availability is required.

What interface does this drive use and what are its benefits?

The drive uses SAS 12Gbps interface, the enterprise standard for datacenter storage. SAS provides superior reliability, command queuing, and advanced error handling compared to consumer interfaces, ensuring consistent performance and compatibility with Dell PowerEdge servers and storage systems.

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Manufacturer part #

51VK0

Brand

Dell

Condition

Refurbished

Model

51VK0

Capacity

2.4 TB

Hot Swap

Yes

Enclosure

Internal

Tray Type

Cache Size

256 MB

Drive Type

HDD

Generation

13Gen

Technology

HDD

Form Factor

2.5-inch in 3.5-inch hybrid carrier

Sector Size

512e

Product Line

PowerEdge

Product Type

Internal Hard Disk Drive

Spindle Speed

10,000 RPM

Compatible Arrays

Dell PowerVault M-Series MD1120 Storage Arrays

Average Latency

2.9 ms

Sustained Transfer Rate

270 MB/s outer to 117 MB/s inner

External Data Transfer Rate

12Gb/s

Dell 51VK0 2.4TB 10K RPM SAS 12Gbps Hard Drive

Product overview

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Performance

Networking Ports & Interfaces

Compatible systems

Best for

Frequently asked questions

Details

Shipping, warranty & returns

Customer reviews

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Dell 51VK0 2.4TB 10K RPM SAS 12Gbps Hard Drive

Product overview

Featuring

Performance

Networking Ports & Interfaces

Compatible systems

Best for

Frequently asked questions

Details

Shipping, warranty & returns

Customer reviews

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