RFWHR - Dell RFWHR 8TB 7.2k SED NL SAS 12Gb/s 3.5in HDD

Name: Dell RFWHR 8TB 7.2k SED NL SAS 12Gb/s 3.5in HDD
Brand: Dell
SKU: RFWHR
Price: 505 USD
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RFWHR - Dell RFWHR 8TB 7.2k SED NL SAS 12Gb/s 3.5in HDD | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The Dell RFWHR is an enterprise hard drive designed for environments that require secure, large-capacity storage in a 3.5 inch form factor. This 8TB hard drive is specified as a 7.2k self encrypting drive, combining nearline capacity with hardware-based data protection. It uses an NL SAS interface with 12Gb/s bandwidth, aligning with modern enterprise storage infrastructures that rely on SAS connectivity. The 3.5 inch hot plug design supports quick insertion and removal from compatible systems, helping streamline maintenance and drive lifecycle operations. As an enterprise level component, this drive is suited to data center, server, and storage array deployments that demand scalable capacity, SAS connectivity, and self encrypting capabilities. Its combination of 8TB capacity, 7.2k rotational class, NL SAS 12Gb/s interface, and hot plug 3.5 inch design makes it appropriate for mixed workload environments that balance performance, capacity, and data security requirements.

8TB capacity in a 3.5 inch enterprise hard drive
Nearline SAS interface with 12Gb/s bandwidth
Self encrypting drive for hardware data protection
Enterprise level design for data center use
3.5 inch hot plug form factor for easy service
7.2k rotational class nearline HDD

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Manufacturer part #	RFWHR
Brand	Dell
Condition	Refurbished
Cache	128MB
Model	RFWHR
Capacity	8 TB
Hot Swap	Hot Plug
Drive Tray	With Tray
Buffer Size	128MB
Device Type	Hard Drive - Hot-Swap - Nearline
Drive Class	Nearline

Compatible systems

Dell RFWHR is an 8TB 3.5 inch SAS 12Gb/s hot-plug enterprise hard drive for PowerEdge 14G systems.

Dell PowerEdge 14G
Model: RFWHR
Form factor: 3.5 inch
Generation: 14G
Listed as a hard drive for 14G PowerEdge server use

Best for

Enterprise servers
Suitable for enterprise servers that need 8TB capacity in a 3.5 inch hot plug form factor using NL SAS 12Gb/s connectivity for scalable storage.
Secure storage
Appropriate for deployments requiring self encrypting drives, combining 8TB nearline capacity with hardware-based data protection in enterprise environments.
SAS storage arrays
Designed for SAS-based storage arrays that leverage 12Gb/s NL SAS interfaces and hot plug 3.5 inch drives for expandable shared storage.
Capacity-optimized workloads
Well suited to capacity-optimized workloads that benefit from an 8TB 7.2k nearline SAS drive, balancing storage density and rotational performance.
Hot plug drive bays
Ideal for systems with 3.5 inch hot plug bays where quick replacement and expansion of SAS drives is required without extended downtime.

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Product Type	Hard Drive

Advanced Format	512e

Self-Encrypting	SED

Rotational Speed	7200 RPM

Drive Form Factor	3.5 inch

Data Transfer Type	1200 Mbps / 1.2 GBps external

Logical Sector Size	512e

System Compatibility	PowerEdge server use

Media Type	Near Line

Interface	SAS
Drive Connector	SAS
Interface Speed	12 Gb/s
Electrical Interface	SAS-3 12Gbps
Serial Attached SCSI Version	SAS-3

What is the storage capacity of the Dell RFWHR hard drive?

The Dell RFWHR hard drive provides 8TB of storage capacity. This capacity is delivered in a 3.5 inch form factor, making it suitable for systems that require high density storage per bay. The 8TB size is appropriate for data intensive environments such as file storage, archiving, and general purpose enterprise workloads.

Which interface does the Dell RFWHR drive use?

The Dell RFWHR is specified as an NL SAS hard drive with a 12Gb/s interface. This means it connects using nearline Serial Attached SCSI, aligning with SAS backplanes and controllers commonly used in enterprise servers and storage arrays. The 12Gb/s interface is intended for SAS infrastructures rather than SATA connectivity.

Is the Dell RFWHR hard drive suitable for enterprise environments?

Yes, the Dell RFWHR is categorized at the enterprise product level. It is an 8TB 7.2k SED NL SAS 12Gb/s 3.5 inch hot plug hard drive, combining nearline capacity, SAS connectivity, and self encrypting capabilities. These characteristics align with typical requirements for servers and storage arrays in enterprise data centers.

Does the Dell RFWHR support hardware based encryption?

The model description identifies this drive as a self encrypting drive, commonly abbreviated as SED. This indicates that hardware based encryption is integrated into the drive itself. Using an SED can support data protection policies, especially for securing data at rest and simplifying secure retirement processes in enterprise deployments.

What form factor does the Dell RFWHR hard drive use?

The Dell RFWHR hard drive uses a 3.5 inch form factor with a hot plug design. This means it fits into large form factor hot plug bays in compatible systems. The 3.5 inch footprint is widely used in enterprise servers and storage platforms that are designed for nearline SAS hard drives.

What rotational class is the Dell RFWHR hard drive?

The Dell RFWHR is described as a 7.2k hard drive, indicating a rotational speed class of 7,200 revolutions per minute. This 7.2k nearline class is commonly used for capacity oriented workloads where large storage volumes and SAS connectivity are required alongside moderate rotational performance.

Can the Dell RFWHR be used in hot plug drive bays?

Yes, the model name specifies that this is a 3.5 inch hot plug hard drive. This design supports insertion and removal from compatible hot plug bays without full chassis disassembly, which can simplify maintenance and reduce downtime during drive replacements in enterprise environments.

Dell RFWHR 8TB 7.2k SED NL SAS 12Gb/s 3.5in HDD

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Dell RFWHR 8TB 7.2k SED NL SAS 12Gb/s 3.5in HDD

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