Dell 161-BBEL 16TB 7.2K RPM HDD SAS-12GBPS 512mb Buffer Enterprise Form Factor

Capacity: 16TB

When it comes to data storage, having ample capacity is crucial for individuals and businesses alike. The Dell 161-BBEL HDD offers an impressive capacity of 16TB, making it an ideal choice for those who require vast amounts of storage space.

Product Overview

Discover the high-performance DELL Hard Disk Drive with Tray, designed to meet your storage needs with superior efficiency. This hard drive, identified by DELL Part Number 161-BBEL, is engineered to deliver exceptional reliability and performance.

Manufacturer Details

• Brand: DELL
• Part Number: 161-BBEL
• Product Type: Hard Disk Drive with Tray

Technical Specifications

Storage Capabilities

• Capacity: 16 Terabytes
• Form Factor: 3.5 Inch
• Interface: SAS 12Gbps
• Cache Size: 512 Megabytes
• Advanced Features: Advanced Format 512e
• Encryption: Self-encrypting (FIPS 140 compliant)

Drive Performance

• Interface Transfer Rate: 1200 Megabits per second
• Sustained Transfer Rate: 250 Megabits per second
• Average Latency: 4.16 Milliseconds
• Buffer Size: 512 Megabytes
• Rotational Speed: 7200 RPM

Expansion and Connectivity

Interfaces and Bays

• Interface: 1 x SAS 12Gb/s
• Compatible Bays: 1 x Hot-swap - 3.5 Inch

Compatibility Information

Compatible Systems

• Powervault ME4084
• Powervault ME484

Endless Storage Possibilities

With 16TB at your disposal, you can store a significant amount of data without worrying about running out of space. Whether you are a creative professional working with large multimedia files, a data-driven organization managing vast amounts of information, or a home user with an extensive digital media library, this high-capacity HDD ensures that you have enough storage for all your needs.

Efficient Data Management

The 16TB capacity allows you to efficiently manage your data without the need for constant backups or frequent deletion of files to free up space. You can store large files, such as videos, high-resolution images, or complex databases, without sacrificing the performance or organization of your system.

Scalability for Future Growth

As data continues to grow exponentially, it is crucial to have a storage solution that can keep up with the increasing demands. The 16TB capacity of the Dell 161-BBEL HDD provides room for future expansion, ensuring that you won't outgrow your storage solution anytime soon. You can confidently scale your operations without worrying about constantly upgrading or replacing your storage devices.

Reduced Need for Multiple Drives

By offering a massive 16TB capacity in a single drive, the Dell 161-BBEL HDD eliminates the need for multiple drives and simplifies your storage setup. By consolidating your data onto a single drive, you can reduce clutter and improve overall system efficiency. Additionally, managing one drive is much easier and more cost-effective than juggling multiple smaller drives.

Enhanced Productivity

The larger capacity allows for more streamlined workflows and improved productivity. With ample storage, you can keep all your files and data in one place, eliminating the need to search through multiple drives or cloud storage services. This enables faster access and retrieval of information, saving valuable time and boosting productivity.

Cost-Effectiveness

Opting for a single high-capacity drive like the Dell 161-BBEL HDD can be a cost-effective solution compared to investing in multiple lower-capacity drives. Not only does it save you money initially, but it also reduces ongoing maintenance and management costs associated with maintaining and powering multiple drives.

Reliability and Durability

With a larger capacity drive, you can minimize the number of physical drives in your system, reducing the potential points of failure. The Dell 161-BBEL HDD is designed for enterprise-level performance and reliability, ensuring that your data remains secure and accessible at all times. Its robust construction and advanced technologies provide peace of mind, knowing that your valuable data is protected.

Speed: 7.2K RPM

In addition to capacity, the speed of a hard drive is a crucial factor that determines the overall performance and responsiveness of your system. The Dell 161-BBEL HDD boasts an impressive rotational speed of 7.2K RPM (Rotations Per Minute), providing excellent speed and delivering several benefits to users.

Quick Data Access

The high rotational speed of 7.2K RPM ensures that data can be accessed quickly from the drive. This is particularly important when dealing with large files or running resource-intensive applications. Whether you are working with multimedia files, running virtual machines, or accessing databases, the increased speed allows for faster data retrieval, minimizing waiting times and improving overall system responsiveness.

Smooth Multitasking

With a fast rotational speed, the Dell 161-BBEL HDD ensures smooth multitasking, allowing you to perform multiple operations simultaneously without experiencing significant slowdowns. Whether you are copying files, running software updates, or performing backups, the increased speed enables seamless multitasking, enhancing your productivity and efficiency.

Improved Application Performance

Applications that rely heavily on disk access, such as video editing software or database management systems, greatly benefit from a high-speed hard drive like the Dell 161-BBEL HDD. The faster rotational speed allows these applications to read and write data more quickly, resulting in improved overall performance and reduced latency.

Reduced Load Times

Load times can be a major frustration for users, especially when dealing with large files or resource-demanding applications. The 7.2K RPM rotational speed of the Dell 161-BBEL HDD significantly reduces load times, ensuring that you spend less time waiting and more time being productive. Whether you are launching applications, booting up your system, or accessing files, the increased speed translates into a smoother user experience.

Seamless Media Streaming

For media enthusiasts, a high-speed hard drive is essential for seamless media streaming. Whether you are streaming high-definition videos, playing graphics-intensive games, or listening to music, the 7.2K RPM rotational speed ensures that data is delivered smoothly without buffering or stuttering. This allows for an uninterrupted and immersive media experience.

Efficient File Transfers

Transferring large files between storage devices can be time-consuming, especially if you frequently work with large datasets or perform backups. The increased speed provided by the 7.2K RPM rotational speed allows for faster file transfers, reducing the overall time required for data migration or backup processes. This not only saves time but also improves efficiency, enabling you to focus on more important tasks.

Compatibility and Versatility

The 7.2K RPM rotational speed of the Dell 161-BBEL HDD ensures compatibility with a wide range of systems and applications. Whether you are using it in a personal computer, server, or storage array, the drive's speed guarantees reliable performance and seamless integration. Its versatility makes it suitable for various use cases, from personal computing to enterprise-level applications.

Interface: SAS-12GBPS

The interface of a hard drive plays a critical role in determining its compatibility, transfer speed, and overall performance. The Dell 161-BBEL HDD features a SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface with a blazing-fast speed of 12GBPS (Gigabits Per Second), offering numerous benefits to users.

High-Speed Data Transfer

The SAS-12GBPS interface of the Dell 161-BBEL HDD ensures lightning-fast data transfer rates, enabling you to move large files or perform backups in a fraction of the time compared to slower interfaces. Whether you are transferring data between storage devices or accessing files from the drive, the high-speed interface guarantees swift and efficient data transfer, enhancing productivity and reducing waiting times.

Improved Performance in RAID Configurations

For users employing RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) configurations for enhanced data redundancy and performance, the SAS-12GBPS interface proves invaluable. The high-speed interface allows for faster communication between drives in the RAID array, resulting in improved performance and reduced latency. This is particularly beneficial for server environments or data-intensive applications where multiple drives are employed in parallel.

Enhanced Scalability

The SAS-12GBPS interface offers excellent scalability options, allowing for easy expansion and integration into existing storage infrastructures. Whether you need to add more drives to an existing server or upgrade your storage array, the high-speed interface ensures seamless integration and compatibility. This scalability ensures that your storage solution can adapt to your changing needs without requiring significant modifications or replacements.

Reliability and Redundancy

SAS interfaces are known for their reliability and redundancy features, making them ideal for critical data storage and enterprise-level applications. The Dell 161-BBEL HDD with its SAS-12GBPS interface ensures data integrity and minimizes the risk of data loss due to its advanced error correction capabilities. Additionally, the redundant nature of SAS interfaces allows for failover and fault tolerance, ensuring uninterrupted operation even in the event of drive failure.

Compatibility with Existing Infrastructure

The SAS-12GBPS interface of the Dell 161-BBEL HDD ensures compatibility with a wide range of storage systems, servers, and controllers, making it a versatile choice for various environments. Whether you are upgrading an existing infrastructure or building a new one, the drive's interface guarantees seamless integration and reliable performance.

Future-Proofing

Investing in a hard drive with a high-speed SAS interface ensures future-proofing your storage solution. As technology continues to advance, the demand for faster data transfer rates will only increase. By opting for the Dell 161-BBEL HDD with its SAS-12GBPS interface, you can rest assured that your storage solution is equipped to handle future data requirements without requiring immediate upgrades or replacements.

Buffer: 512MB

The buffer, also known as cache, is an essential component of a hard drive that helps improve performance by temporarily storing frequently accessed data. The Dell 161-BBEL HDD features an impressive buffer size of 512MB, delivering several benefits to users.

Enhanced Data Access Speed

The large buffer size of 512MB enables the Dell 161-BBEL HDD to store a significant amount of frequently accessed data, reducing the time required to retrieve information from the disk. By temporarily caching frequently used data, the drive can access it more quickly, resulting in improved overall performance and reduced latency. This is particularly noticeable when dealing with small file transfers or repetitive tasks.

Smoother Multitasking

The generous buffer size allows for smoother multitasking, especially when working with multiple applications or performing simultaneous read and write operations. By storing frequently accessed data in the buffer, the Dell 161-BBEL HDD can quickly respond to requests from different applications, minimizing delays and improving overall system responsiveness.

Optimized Performance for Applications

Applications that rely heavily on accessing data from the hard drive, such as video editing software or database management systems, greatly benefit from a large buffer size. The Dell 161-BBEL HDD's 512MB buffer ensures that frequently accessed data is readily available, resulting in optimized performance and reduced load times for these resource-intensive applications.

Improved Reliability

The generous buffer size not only enhances performance but also improves reliability. By temporarily storing frequently accessed data in the buffer, the drive reduces the need for constant read and write operations on the disk itself. This reduces wear and tear on the physical components of the drive, extending its lifespan and ensuring long-term reliability.

Efficient Handling of Bursty Workloads

Bursty workloads, where there are sudden spikes in data access requests, can cause performance issues on hard drives with smaller buffers. The 512MB buffer of the Dell 161-BBEL HDD allows it to handle bursty workloads more efficiently by temporarily storing and quickly retrieving frequently accessed data. This ensures smooth operation and consistent performance even during peak usage periods.

Seamless Multimedia Playback

Buffering is a crucial aspect of multimedia playback, ensuring uninterrupted and smooth streaming of videos or music. The large buffer size of the Dell 161-BBEL HDD ensures that media files are loaded into the buffer before playback, minimizing buffering times and providing a seamless multimedia experience. Whether you are watching high-definition videos or listening to high-quality audio, the generous buffer size guarantees uninterrupted enjoyment.

Accelerated Boot Times

The large buffer size contributes to faster boot times, allowing your system to start up more quickly. By caching frequently accessed system files during the boot process, the Dell 161-BBEL HDD can retrieve them from the buffer instead of accessing the slower disk. This leads to reduced startup times and gets you up and running faster.

Form Factor: Enterprise

The form factor of a hard drive refers to its physical dimensions and specifications, which determine its compatibility with various systems and storage solutions. The Dell 161-BBEL HDD is designed with an enterprise form factor, offering several benefits that cater specifically to enterprise-level requirements.

Enhanced Reliability and Durability

Enterprise-level hard drives are built to withstand demanding environments and heavy workloads. The Dell 161-BBEL HDD's enterprise form factor ensures enhanced reliability and durability, making it suitable for continuous operation in critical applications. Its robust construction and advanced technologies protect your data from potential failures or disruptions, ensuring uninterrupted access to vital information.

Scalability for Large-Scale Systems

Enterprise form factor hard drives like the Dell 161-BBEL HDD are designed with scalability in mind. They are compatible with storage arrays and servers that require multiple drives to handle vast amounts of data. By using enterprise form factor drives, you can easily scale your storage infrastructure to accommodate growing data requirements without sacrificing performance or reliability.

Optimized Performance in RAID Configurations

In RAID configurations, where multiple drives work together to provide increased performance or data redundancy, using enterprise form factor drives ensures optimal performance and compatibility. The Dell 161-BBEL HDD's enterprise form factor allows it to seamlessly integrate into RAID arrays, ensuring efficient data distribution and improved overall performance. This makes it an ideal choice for enterprise-level applications that rely on RAID technology.

24/7 Operation

Enterprise environments often require continuous operation, necessitating hard drives that can handle constant use without compromising performance or reliability. The Dell 161-BBEL HDD's enterprise form factor is designed to operate 24/7, ensuring that your critical systems and applications are always accessible. Its robust construction and advanced technologies make it suitable for demanding environments with non-stop data access requirements.

Advanced Error Correction and Data Protection

Enterprise form factor drives typically incorporate advanced error correction and data protection features to ensure the integrity of stored data. The Dell 161-BBEL HDD utilizes these technologies to minimize the risk of data loss or corruption, providing an extra layer of protection for critical information. This is particularly important in enterprise environments where data integrity is paramount.

Hot-Swap Capability

The enterprise form factor of the Dell 161-BBEL HDD often includes hot-swap capability, allowing for the replacement or addition of drives without powering down the system. This feature is crucial in enterprise environments where downtime must be minimized. With hot-swap capability, you can perform necessary maintenance or upgrades without interrupting ongoing operations, ensuring continuous availability of your critical systems.

Compatible with Enterprise Storage Solutions

Enterprise form factor hard drives are designed to be compatible with a wide range of storage solutions commonly used in enterprise environments. Whether you are utilizing direct-attached storage (DAS), network-attached storage (NAS), or storage area networks (SANs), the Dell 161-BBEL HDD's enterprise form factor ensures seamless integration and reliable performance. This compatibility provides flexibility and ensures that your storage solution can adapt to changing business needs.