| Brand | Dell |
|---|---|
| Category | Dell Server Hard Drives |
| Model numbers | HUH721010AL4200 |
| Capacity | 10TB |
| Interface | SAS 3.5 Inch |
| Spindle speed (RPM) | 7200 |
| Data transfer rate | 12Gbps |
| Form factor | 3.5 Inch |
| Hot swap | Yes |
| Best for | Dell Server |
Dell YG2KH HUH721010AL4200 10TB 7.2K RPM SAS 12Gb/s 3.5-Inch Enterprise Hard Drive
The Dell YG2KH is a high-capacity enterprise SAS hard drive designed for Dell PowerEdge servers, Dell EMC storage systems, and data center environments requiring reliable, large-scale storage. Based on the HGST Ultrastar He10 HUH721010AL4200 platform, this drive delivers 10TB of storage capacity, a 7,200 RPM spindle speed, and a high-performance 12Gb/s SAS interface. Featuring 4Kn (4K Native) sector formatting, it enhances data integrity, storage efficiency, and error correction capabilities, making it ideal for mission-critical applications and high-availability storage infrastructures.
Key Features
- Dell Part Number: YG2KH
- HGST Model: HUH721010AL4200
- 10TB storage capacity
- 7,200 RPM spindle speed
- SAS 12Gb/s dual-port interface
- 3.5-inch Large Form Factor (LFF)
- 4Kn (4K Native) sector format
- 256MB cache buffer
- Enterprise-class Nearline SAS (NL-SAS) hard drive
- Hot-plug and hot-swap capable in supported Dell platforms
- Optimized for RAID and multi-drive storage environments
- Designed for continuous 24x7 enterprise operation
- Enhanced vibration tolerance for dense storage arrays
- Advanced data integrity and error recovery technologies
- Ideal for cloud storage, virtualization, backup, archiving, and big data workloads
Applications
The Dell YG2KH is engineered for enterprise servers, storage arrays, software-defined storage platforms, and data centers that require scalable, dependable storage. Its large capacity and enterprise-grade SAS architecture make it an excellent choice for backup repositories, virtualization clusters, cloud infrastructure, analytics platforms, and long-term data retention applications.
Technical Specifications
- Capacity: 10TB
- Interface: SAS 12Gb/s
- Form Factor: 3.5-inch LFF
- Rotational Speed: 7,200 RPM
- Sector Format: 4Kn (4096-byte sectors)
- Cache: 256MB
- Drive Type: Enterprise Nearline SAS HDD
- Dual-Port SAS Connectivity
- Hot-Swap Support: Yes
- Enterprise-Class Reliability
- Designed for RAID and High-Availability Environments
- Compatible with select Dell PowerEdge and Dell EMC storage platforms
Built for demanding enterprise environments, the Dell YG2KH HUH721010AL4200 combines high-capacity storage, proven HGST reliability, and enterprise-grade SAS performance, making it an ideal solution for organizations seeking scalable and dependable storage for mission-critical applications.
G13: R330, R430, R530, R630, R730, R730xd, R830, R930, T330, T430, T630
G14: R340, R440, R540, R640, R740, R740xd, R740xd2, R840, R940, R940xa, T340, T440, T640
G15: R350, R450, R550, R650, R650xs, R750, R750xa, R750xs
G16: R360, R660, R660xs, R760, R760xa, R760xs, R860, R960
4Kn Compatibility: This drive requires a SAS RAID controller or HBA that supports native 4Kn drives and 10TB capacity. Older controllers, particularly those found in G12 servers, may not support 4Kn drives. Verify controller compatibility and firmware before purchasing.
Hot-Swap Caddy Compatibility: This drive requires a compatible 3.5-inch (LFF) hot-swap caddy. G12/G13, G14/G15, and G16 servers may use different carrier designs. A replacement caddy may be required depending on the server generation and installed drive tray. Servers equipped only with 2.5-inch drive bays cannot accommodate this 3.5-inch drive.