Dell 898HD Hybrid 1TB 2.5" 7.2K RPM SATA 6Gbps 512n Hot-Plug HDD

Overview

The Dell 898HD is a 1TB SATA hard drive designed specifically for PowerEdge servers, offering reliable storage and consistent performance for everyday workloads. With a spindle speed of 7200 RPM, it handles tasks like file serving, backups, and virtual machine hosting efficiently, minimizing wait times. Its 2.5-inch form factor is mounted in a 3.5-inch hybrid carrier, allowing hot-plug installation and replacement without shutting down the server, which helps maintain uptime during maintenance or upgrades.

Key features

• 1TB capacity provides ample space to accommodate growing data needs in business environments
• 7200 RPM spindle speed ensures steady and responsive application performance under typical server workloads
• 2.5-inch drive in a 3.5-inch hybrid carrier supports hot swapping, enabling quick drive replacement without interrupting server operations
• Compatible with Dell PowerEdge servers such as R740, R740xd, and R640, ensuring seamless integration with existing hardware and management tools
• SATA 6 Gbps interface delivers fast data transfer rates to keep up with demanding server tasks
• Advanced format 512n technology improves data handling efficiency and operating system compatibility
• Pre-failure warranty from Dell provides added reliability and peace of mind for critical server environments

Key specs

• Capacity: 1TB
• Form factor: 2.5-inch drive in 3.5-inch hybrid carrier
• Spindle speed: 7200 RPM
• Interface: SATA 6 Gbps
• Sector size: 512n advanced format
• Compatibility: Dell PowerEdge R740, R740xd, R640, and other current models

Connectivity and compatibility

This hard drive is designed to fit seamlessly into Dell PowerEdge server environments, supporting hot-plug functionality through its hybrid carrier. The SATA 6 Gbps interface ensures compatibility with modern server motherboards and controllers, enabling fast and reliable data access. Its integration with Dell’s management and diagnostic tools simplifies monitoring and maintenance tasks for IT administrators.

Ideal uses and environments

The Dell 898HD is well suited for small to mid-size businesses, branch offices, and lab environments that require dependable storage with a balance of capacity and speed. It works effectively for expanding storage in existing servers, setting up new RAID arrays, or replacing failed drives to restore redundancy. Its hot-swap capability makes it a practical choice for environments where uptime is critical and maintenance windows are limited.