500GB 7.2K RPM SAS-6GBPS Seagate ST9500620SS HDD.

Capacity: 2.5 TB

The Seagate Constellation ST9500620SS Hard Drive is a high-capacity storage solution designed to meet the demanding needs of modern data centers and enterprise environments. With a massive storage capacity of 2.5 TB, this hard drive offers ample space to store large amounts of data, making it ideal for businesses that deal with extensive data storage requirements.

Increased Storage Space

One of the key benefits of the Seagate Constellation ST9500620SS Hard Drive's 2.5 TB capacity is its ability to store vast amounts of data. This means that businesses can store more files, documents, applications, and multimedia content without worrying about running out of space. With this increased storage space, users can easily manage their data and have quick access to the required information whenever needed, improving overall productivity and efficiency.

Scalability

In addition to its large capacity, the 2.5 TB storage size also offers scalability for future growth. As businesses continue to expand and generate more data, having a hard drive with ample storage space ensures that they can accommodate increasing storage requirements without the need for frequent upgrades or additional hardware investments. This scalability provides flexibility and cost-effectiveness for businesses, allowing them to adapt to changing data storage demands effortlessly.

Data Backup and Recovery

With the Seagate Constellation ST9500620SS Hard Drive's 2.5 TB capacity, businesses can easily create regular backups of critical data and ensure its safety in case of any unforeseen events such as system failures, hardware malfunctions, or natural disasters. The large storage capacity allows for comprehensive backups, enabling quick and efficient recovery in case of data loss. This feature is especially important for businesses that rely heavily on their data and cannot afford to lose valuable information.

Improved Data Analysis

Having a 2.5 TB storage capacity enables businesses to store and analyze large datasets more effectively. With the increasing importance of data-driven decision-making, organizations need to process and analyze vast amounts of data to extract meaningful insights. The Seagate Constellation ST9500620SS Hard Drive's capacity allows for storing and processing big data, facilitating advanced analytics, and enhancing business intelligence capabilities.

Speed: 7.2K RPM

The Seagate Constellation ST9500620SS Hard Drive boasts a speed of 7.2K RPM, making it a high-performance storage solution for demanding enterprise applications. The rotational speed plays a crucial role in determining the overall performance and responsiveness of the hard drive.

Faster Data Access

The 7.2K RPM speed of the Seagate Constellation ST9500620SS ensures faster data access, resulting in improved system responsiveness and reduced latency. With higher rotational speed, the hard drive's read and write heads can quickly locate and retrieve data from the spinning disks, enabling faster access to files, applications, and databases. This enhanced speed is particularly beneficial for businesses that require quick access to critical information or run resource-intensive applications.

Enhanced Data Transfer Rates

The increased rotational speed of the hard drive allows for higher data transfer rates. This means that businesses can transfer large files or perform data-intensive tasks more quickly, reducing the time required for data backups, file transfers, or software installations. The improved data transfer rates provided by the 7.2K RPM speed contribute to enhanced productivity and efficiency, allowing users to accomplish tasks in less time.

Smooth Multitasking

With a higher rotational speed, the Seagate Constellation ST9500620SS Hard Drive ensures smoother multitasking capabilities. When multiple applications or processes are running concurrently, the hard drive's fast speed enables seamless switching between tasks, preventing delays or performance bottlenecks. This is particularly advantageous for businesses that rely on multitasking or operate in a demanding multitasking environment.

Optimized Performance for Enterprise Applications

The 7.2K RPM speed of the hard drive is specifically designed to meet the performance requirements of enterprise applications. It ensures that the hard drive can handle heavy workloads and deliver consistent performance even when dealing with resource-intensive tasks. This optimized performance is critical for businesses that rely on mission-critical applications, databases, or virtualized environments, as it ensures smooth operation and minimizes downtime.

Interface: SAS-6GBPS

The Seagate Constellation ST9500620SS Hard Drive features a SAS-6GBPS interface, offering high-speed data transfer and superior reliability. The interface plays a vital role in connecting the hard drive to the server or storage system, ensuring seamless communication and efficient data exchange.

High-Speed Data Transfer

The SAS-6GBPS interface provides a significant boost to data transfer rates compared to older interfaces. With a transfer rate of 6Gbps, businesses can move large amounts of data quickly and efficiently. This high-speed data transfer is crucial for applications that require real-time access to information or deal with large file sizes, such as video editing, database management, or scientific simulations.

Improved Scalability

The SAS-6GBPS interface offers improved scalability for businesses that anticipate future growth or need to expand their storage capacity. The interface allows for easy integration with existing systems and supports daisy-chaining multiple hard drives, enabling seamless expansion without the need for extensive reconfiguration or hardware upgrades. This scalability ensures that businesses can adapt to changing storage requirements and accommodate increasing data volumes effortlessly.

Enhanced Reliability and Error Handling

The SAS-6GBPS interface enhances reliability by providing advanced error handling and fault tolerance mechanisms. It includes features such as error correction and detection, ensuring data integrity, and preventing data loss due to transmission errors. This increased reliability is crucial for businesses that store critical or sensitive data, as it minimizes the risk of data corruption or loss.

Compatibility and Interoperability

The SAS-6GBPS interface offers excellent compatibility and interoperability with a wide range of server and storage systems. It is a widely adopted standard in the enterprise storage industry, ensuring seamless integration with existing infrastructure and reducing compatibility issues. This compatibility allows businesses to leverage their existing investments in hardware and infrastructure while benefiting from the high-speed data transfer and reliability offered by the SAS-6GBPS interface.

FormFactor: SFF

The Seagate Constellation ST9500620SS Hard Drive features a Small Form Factor (SFF), making it compact and space-efficient. The SFF design offers unique advantages, particularly in environments where space is limited or where multiple hard drives need to be accommodated.

Space Efficiency

The SFF design of the hard drive allows for higher storage density in a smaller physical footprint. This is particularly beneficial for businesses that have limited physical space for server racks or storage systems. By opting for the Seagate Constellation ST9500620SS Hard Drive's SFF form factor, businesses can maximize their storage capacity without sacrificing valuable space, enabling them to accommodate more hard drives within the available space.

Improved Airflow and Cooling

The compact size of the SFF hard drive contributes to improved airflow and cooling within the server or storage enclosure. With less space occupied by each hard drive, there is more room for proper airflow, reducing the risk of overheating and ensuring optimal operating temperatures. This enhanced airflow helps maintain the reliability and longevity of the hard drive, minimizing the chances of hardware failures due to heat-related issues.

Easy Maintenance and Replacement

The SFF form factor simplifies maintenance and replacement procedures. With smaller drives, it is easier to access and replace individual hard drives within a server or storage system. This streamlined maintenance process reduces downtime and allows for quick hardware replacements, enhancing overall system availability and minimizing disruptions to business operations.

Compatibility with SFF Enclosures

The SFF design of the Seagate Constellation ST9500620SS Hard Drive ensures compatibility with SFF enclosures and backplanes. This compatibility simplifies the integration of the hard drive into existing storage systems or server configurations, eliminating the need for additional modifications or adapters. The seamless compatibility with SFF enclosures enables businesses to leverage their existing infrastructure and easily expand their storage capacity without major reconfigurations.

InterfaceType: Serial SCSI

The Seagate Constellation ST9500620SS Hard Drive utilizes a Serial SCSI (SAS) interface type, which offers high performance, reliability, and compatibility. The SAS interface is widely adopted in enterprise environments due to its robust capabilities and seamless integration with existing systems.

High Performance

The Serial SCSI provides exceptional performance for data-intensive applications. It offers faster data transfer rates, lower latency, and improved command processing compared to traditional SCSI interfaces. This high performance is essential for businesses that require quick access to large datasets or rely on high-speed data processing for critical operations. The Serial SCSI ensures that the hard drive can keep up with demanding workloads and deliver optimal performance.

Reliability and Data Integrity

The SAS interface type enhances reliability by incorporating advanced error detection and correction mechanisms. It ensures data integrity during transmission, minimizing the risk of data corruption or loss. Additionally, the SAS interface supports robust error handling and fault tolerance features, reducing the chances of system crashes or data failures. The reliability and data integrity provided by the Serial SCSI are crucial for businesses that store sensitive or mission-critical data.

Seamless Integration

The Serial SCSI offers seamless integration with existing SCSI systems, allowing businesses to leverage their investments in hardware and infrastructure. It ensures backward compatibility with previous SCSI generations, simplifying the migration process and minimizing compatibility issues. This seamless integration enables businesses to upgrade their storage systems or expand their capacity without significant disruptions or the need for extensive reconfiguration.

Expandability and Flexibility

The SAS interface type supports daisy-chaining multiple hard drives, enabling easy expandability and flexibility for businesses. This feature allows for the connection of multiple hard drives in a series, simplifying cable management and reducing clutter within server racks or storage enclosures. The expandability and flexibility offered by the Serial SCSI ensure that businesses can scale their storage capacity as needed and adapt to changing data storage requirements effortlessly.