What is a Server Hard Drive?
A server hard drive is a hard drive used in servers. If a server is the core of network data, then the server hard drive is the heart of data storage, containing all data and applications.Server hard drives use disks to store the operating system, software, and files. They manage read and write tasks to facilitate data storage and are typically installed in desktop computers and servers within data centers.
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Features of Server Hard Drives：
Server hard drives, as primary storage devices, are usually placed in drive bays and connected to the motherboard through various interfaces, including:
Serial ATA (SATA)
Parallel ATA (PATA)
Small Computer System Interface (SCSI) cables
1) Server Hard Drive Form Factors
The form factor determines the physical size and shape of the hard drive, following industry standards. This includes attributes such as height, width, length, and the position of the host interface connector. A standardized form factor ensures compatibility with different computing devices.
Enterprise server hard drives typically come in two sizes:
2.5-inch (Small Form Factor, SFF)
3.5-inch (Large Form Factor, LFF)
These sizes roughly correspond to the diameter of the platters inside the drive bay.
2) High-Speed Performance
Hard drives used in servers can reach speeds of 7,200 or 10,000 RPM.
They also feature large write-back caches, resulting in shorter average access times and higher internal and external transfer rates.
3) High Reliability
Server hard drives are designed to handle heavy workloads and operate 24/7.
Each hard drive manufacturer incorporates unique advanced technologies to ensure data security.
To prevent accidental data loss, server hard drives can typically withstand shocks ranging from 300G to 1000G.
4) SCSI Interface
Most servers use SCSI/SAS hard drives because they offer high data throughput and low CPU usage.
SCSI hard drives require a SCSI interface.
Some server motherboards have integrated SCSI interfaces, while others use dedicated SCSI interface cards.
5) Hot-Swappable Support
Hot-swapping allows users to install or remove hard drives while the server is running.
When a user removes or inserts a hard drive, the operating system automatically detects the change.
Recommended Server Hard Drives：
DELL 2.4T SAS 10K 2.5-inch Hard Drive
Capacity: 2.4TB
Interface Type: SAS (Serial Attached SCSI)
Speed: 10,000 RPM
Form Factor: 2.5-inch
Cache: Typically 256MB or higher (varies by model)
Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF): Up to 1.2 million hours
DELL 960G NVMe U.2 2.5-inch Hard Drive
Storage Capacity: 960GB
Interface Type: U.2 (PCIe 3.0 x4)
AND Type: 3D NAND Flash
MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): 1.5 million hours
Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C
Physical Size: 2.5-inch (U.2)
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With our expertise in servers, storage devices, and high-performance computing (HPC), we have built a global service network and flexible manufacturing capabilities, making us the preferred partner for over 500 enterprises worldwide.
