Accortec 1 TB Hard Drive - 3.5" Internal Near Line SAS (NL-SAS) 6Gb/s SAS

The Accortec 1 TB Hard Drive is a high-performance storage solution engineered for reliability, endurance, and steady throughput in both professional and home environments. With a 3.5-inch internal form factor and Near Line SAS (NL-SAS) technology, this drive balances capacity and accessibility to support data-intensive workloads, such as backups, media libraries, virtualization, and server-grade tasks. Designed for deployment in servers, NAS devices, workstations, and enterprise storage arrays, it delivers consistent data access, robust durability, and a streamlined path to scalable storage growth. Whether you’re expanding a data center, upgrading a NAS fleet, or archiving large datasets, this NL-SAS drive is built to sustain long-term performance while maintaining efficient power and cooling profiles.

• 1 TB of dependable storage capacity to accommodate large datasets, multimedia libraries, databases, and archival content, reducing the need for frequent offloads and external expansion. The generous capacity helps you consolidate workloads and simplify storage management, making it ideal for backups, media workflows, and data-intensive applications that require reliable, on-demand access to data.
• 3.5-inch internal drive design compatible with standard drive bays, backplanes, and chassis found in servers, desktops, and NAS appliances. Its form factor enables straightforward installation, swap, and scalability within existing storage infrastructure, while maintaining a compact footprint that preserves rack and workspace efficiency for data centers and small to mid-size deployments alike.
• Near Line SAS (NL-SAS) with 6 Gb/s SAS interface delivers dependable enterprise-grade connectivity to SAS-enabled controllers and storage arrays. NL-SAS combines the reliability of traditional enterprise hard drives with nearline performance characteristics, providing steady data access and predictable throughput for daily operations, backups, streaming, and large-file transfers across a wide range of workloads.
• Built for reliability and continuous operation with endurance suitable for demanding workloads. This drive is engineered to withstand long operating hours, repetitive read/write cycles, and data-intensive tasks in data centers and professional environments. Enhanced data integrity features help reduce error rates, minimize maintenance windows, and extend drive longevity under load.
• Versatile deployment across servers, NAS, and workstations that require scalable, high-capacity storage with dependable performance. The Accortec drive adapts to diverse ecosystems—from entry-level RAID configurations to large storage pools—providing a cost-effective foundation for backups, media delivery, virtualization, and content creation pipelines while maintaining consistent data throughput.

Technical Details of Accortec 1 TB Hard Drive

• Capacity: 1 TB
• Form Factor: 3.5" internal
• Interface: Near Line SAS (NL-SAS) with 6 Gb/s SAS
• Applications: Enterprise storage, servers, NAS, backups, archiving, and content workflows
• Reliability: Engineered for steady operation with enterprise-grade durability and data integrity features

How to install Accortec 1 TB Hard Drive

To install the Accortec 1 TB NL-SAS drive in a SAS-enabled system, follow these general steps. Ensure you have static-safe working conditions, and power down the host system before beginning. Open the chassis or drive enclosure to access an available 3.5" drive bay. Align the drive with the bay guides and slide it into place until the connectors are fully seated. Connect the SAS data cable from the host bus adapter or storage controller to the drive’s SAS interface, and attach the power connector. Secure the drive with the mounting screws, then close the chassis and reconnect any cables. Power on the system and enter the storage controller utility or BIOS to recognize the new disk. Initialize the drive if required, create a partition table, and format the volume in your preferred file system. In your operating system, add the drive to your storage pool or configure it for backups, archival storage, or other workloads as appropriate. For best results, consult your system’s documentation for any vendor-specific installation steps or required drivers.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What does NL-SAS mean?
  A: NL-SAS stands for Near Line Serial Attached SCSI. It combines enterprise-grade reliability with nearline performance characteristics, making it well-suited for data-center workloads, backups, and streaming data where consistent throughput and durability are important.
• Q: What systems is this drive compatible with?
  A: The drive is designed for SAS-enabled environments, including servers, JBOD enclosures, and storage arrays that support 3.5" NL-SAS drives. Always verify compatibility with your controller, backplane, and chassis before installation.
• Q: What workloads are ideal for this 1 TB NL-SAS drive?
  A: Ideal for backups, archival storage, media libraries, database hosting, virtualization support, and other data-intensive tasks that benefit from reliable, steady data access and scalable capacity.
• Q: How do I maximize performance and longevity?
  A: Ensure proper cooling and airflow in your enclosure, keep firmware and controller software up to date, and configure storage pools or RAID levels appropriate for your workload. Regular monitoring and proactive maintenance help sustain performance and reliability over time.