0HV5CH Dell 10TB SAS 12GBPS 7200RPM 3.5Inch 256MB ISE Hot Plug Near Line Buffer 512e HDD

Dell 10TB SAS 12GBPS 3.5Inch HDD

The Dell 0HV5CH 10TB SAS-12Gbps 7200RPM 3.5-Inch 256MB ISE Hot Plug Near Line Buffer 512e Hard Disk Drive is engineered for enterprise-level storage solutions, offering reliability, speed, and seamless integration with Dell PowerEdge and PowerVault systems.

General Information

• Brand: Dell
• Part Number: 0HV5CH
• Device Category: Hard Disk Drive

Technical Specifications

Storage Details

• Capacity: 10TB
• Form Factor: 3.5 Inch
• Interface: SAS-12Gbps
• Cache Memory: 256MB
• Format: Advanced 512e
• Rotation Speed: 7200 RPM

Performance Metrics

• Spin Rate: 7200 RPM
• External Data Transfer Rate: 1200 Mbps
• Buffer Size: 256MB

Expansion & Connectivity

Interface Options

• 1 x SAS 12Gbps

Bay Compatibility

• 1 x Hot-swap - 3.5 Inch

System Compatibility

Supported Dell PowerEdge Servers

• PowerEdge C6420
• PowerEdge R240
• PowerEdge R340
• PowerEdge R440
• PowerEdge R540
• PowerEdge R640
• PowerEdge R6415
• PowerEdge R740
• PowerEdge R740xd
• PowerEdge R740xd2
• PowerEdge R7415
• PowerEdge R7425

Supported Dell PowerVault Systems

• PowerVault NX3240
• PowerVault NX440

0HV5CH 10TB 7200RPM 3.5 Inch Hard Disk Drive Overview

The Dell 0HV5CH 10TB SAS-12Gbps 7200RPM 3.5 Inch hard disk drive is engineered for enterprise environments where reliability, scalability, and sustained performance are essential. Designed as a near line storage solution, this drive bridges the gap between high-capacity archival storage and performance-oriented enterprise disks. Its architecture supports large-scale data centers, virtualization platforms, cloud infrastructure, and enterprise backup systems that demand consistent throughput and dependable uptime.

With a Serial Attached SCSI interface operating at 12Gbps, this hard disk drive ensures rapid data transfer speeds while maintaining compatibility with enterprise-grade servers and storage arrays. The 3.5-inch form factor allows for maximum storage density in standard server enclosures, making it a cost-effective option for organizations that require expansive storage without compromising on performance or durability.

Near Line Storage Optimization

Near line storage is designed to handle data that is frequently accessed but not latency-sensitive, such as backups, data lakes, media repositories, and compliance archives. The Dell 0HV5CH hard drive excels in these scenarios by providing high-capacity storage combined with enterprise-level reliability. Its 7200RPM rotational speed ensures faster access times than traditional archival drives, enabling smoother data retrieval for analytics, reporting, and recovery operations.

This drive is particularly suited for hybrid storage architectures where solid-state drives handle transactional workloads while near line hard drives store large volumes of structured and unstructured data. The result is a balanced storage ecosystem that optimizes cost per terabyte while maintaining acceptable performance levels for most enterprise workloads.

High-Capacity 10TB Design for Scalable Infrastructure

The 10TB capacity of the Dell 0HV5CH hard disk drive enables organizations to store massive amounts of data on fewer physical drives. This high-density storage approach reduces rack space requirements, lowers power consumption per terabyte, and simplifies storage management. For enterprises dealing with exponential data growth, such as those in healthcare, finance, research, and media production, this capacity provides the flexibility to scale storage infrastructure efficiently.

By minimizing the number of drives required to achieve large storage pools, data centers can also reduce cooling demands and hardware complexity. This contributes to improved total cost of ownership while maintaining enterprise-grade performance and reliability standards.

12Gbps SAS Interface for Enterprise

The Serial Attached SCSI 12Gbps interface provides a significant performance advantage over traditional SATA drives in enterprise environments. SAS technology is designed for mission-critical applications, offering higher throughput, lower latency, and superior error handling. The Dell 0HV5CH leverages this interface to deliver consistent data transfer rates that support demanding workloads such as database backups, virtualization storage, and large-scale data processing.

SAS drives are also known for their dual-port capability, which enhances redundancy and availability in enterprise storage systems. This feature allows the drive to maintain connectivity even if one data path fails, ensuring uninterrupted access to critical data.

Reliability and Data Integrity

Enterprise SAS drives are built with robust error detection and correction mechanisms that help maintain data integrity over long periods of continuous operation. The Dell 0HV5CH incorporates these features to ensure that data remains accurate and accessible, even in high-stress environments with heavy read and write activity.

This focus on reliability makes the drive suitable for applications where data loss or corruption is not acceptable, such as financial records, medical imaging, and regulatory compliance archives.

7200RPM Rotational Speed for Balanced

The 7200RPM spindle speed of the Dell 0HV5CH hard disk drive offers a balanced combination of performance and energy efficiency. While higher RPM drives are available, 7200RPM provides sufficient throughput for near line and secondary storage workloads without the increased power consumption and heat generation associated with faster-spinning disks.

This rotational speed ensures reasonable access times for large files and datasets, making it suitable for applications that require periodic access to stored data without the need for ultra-low latency.

Consistent Throughput for Large Data Sets

When dealing with large sequential data transfers, such as backups or media streaming, consistent throughput is more important than peak performance. The Dell 0HV5CH is optimized to deliver steady data transfer rates, ensuring predictable performance during extended read and write operations.

This consistency is crucial for maintaining reliable backup windows and ensuring timely data recovery in the event of system failures.

256MB Cache Buffer for Improved Data Handling

The integrated 256MB cache buffer plays a vital role in enhancing the drive’s performance by temporarily storing frequently accessed data. This buffer helps reduce latency and improves overall efficiency, particularly during burst read and write operations.

In enterprise environments where multiple users or applications may access the same data sets, the cache buffer helps smooth performance and reduce the load on the drive’s mechanical components.

512e Sector Format for Compatibility

The 512e sector format provides compatibility with legacy systems while still benefiting from advanced format technology. This hybrid approach allows the Dell 0HV5CH to work seamlessly with existing infrastructure while supporting modern storage standards.

By emulating traditional 512-byte sectors, the drive ensures compatibility with older operating systems and applications that may not support native 4K sectors.

Hot Plug Capability for High Availability

Hot plug support allows the Dell 0HV5CH hard disk drive to be installed or removed from a system without powering it down. This feature is essential for maintaining high availability in enterprise environments where downtime can have significant financial and operational consequences.

Hot plug capability enables administrators to replace failed drives or expand storage capacity with minimal disruption, ensuring continuous access to critical data and applications.

Designed for Dell Enterprise Servers and Storage Systems

The Dell 0HV5CH hard disk drive is specifically designed and tested for compatibility with Dell enterprise servers and storage solutions. This ensures seamless integration, optimal performance, and reliable operation within Dell-certified environments.

Using manufacturer-certified components helps reduce the risk of compatibility issues and ensures that firmware, monitoring tools, and support services work together effectively.

Enterprise Validation and Quality Assurance

Each drive undergoes rigorous testing to meet Dell’s enterprise standards for performance, reliability, and durability. This validation process ensures that the drive can withstand the demands of continuous operation in enterprise environments.]