Accortec 4 TB SAS 3.5" Internal Drive - 7200 RPM

Meet the Accortec 4 TB SAS 3.5" internal hard drive, a purpose-built storage solution designed for demanding server rooms, data centers, and professional workloads. With a generous 4 TB capacity, this drive empowers you to consolidate large media libraries, virtual machine images, backups, and databases into a single, reliable storage device. The 3.5-inch form factor aligns with standard enterprise chassis, backplanes, and hot-swap bays, simplifying integration into existing infrastructure while delivering dependable performance under heavy workloads. The Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) interface at 12 Gb/s provides higher throughput, lower latency, and improved reliability in multi-drive environments compared to traditional SATA options, making it a strong choice for mission-critical storage arrays and servers.

Equipped for sustained operation, the drive spins at 7200 RPM, offering faster sequential access and improved random I/O performance—key for databases, virtualization hosts, and high-traffic file servers. This balance of capacity, speed, and compatibility makes the Accortec 4 TB SAS drive an attractive upgrade for organizations looking to scale storage without sacrificing responsiveness. Its enterprise-grade design emphasizes long-term reliability, consistent performance, and compatibility with a wide range of SAS backplanes and controllers. Whether you are expanding an existing array, provisioning a new storage cluster, or building a resilient backup repository, this drive delivers the capacity and endurance needed to keep data flowing smoothly.

In addition to raw performance, this drive benefits from rigorous testing and firmware optimization that support stable operation in RAID configurations and multi-drive environments. The 4 TB capacity helps you reduce drive counts, simplify management, and lower total cost of ownership while maintaining robust data protection and fast access to frequently used files. For IT professionals and storage engineers, the Accortec 4 TB SAS drive is an economical yet capable choice that seamlessly integrates with enterprise ecosystems, delivering dependable media throughput for backups, video editing pipelines, large-scale research datasets, and virtualized workloads.

• Massive 4 TB capacity enables storing millions of photos, extensive archives, large video libraries, databases, and backups with room to grow.
• High-throughput SAS 12 Gb/s interface delivers fast data transfer and low latency in multi-user environments, improving overall storage responsiveness.
• 7200 RPM performance provides quicker boot times, faster file access, and improved transfer speeds for demanding workloads compared to slower drives.
• 3.5-inch internal drive format offers broad compatibility with standard enterprise backplanes, hot-swap bays, and storage arrays found in data centers.
• Enterprise-grade reliability designed for continuous operation in demanding environments, with firmware optimization for stable RAID performance and long-term durability.

Technical Details of Accortec 4 TB Hard Drive

• Capacity: 4 TB
• Form Factor: 3.5" internal drive
• Interface: SAS 12 Gb/s
• Rotation Speed: 7200 RPM
• Designed for use in enterprise storage arrays, servers, and SAS-backed backplanes

How to install Accortec 4 TB Hard Drive

• Power down the server or workstation and disconnect power and data cables from the system.
• Open the drive bay or storage enclosure and prepare a 3.5" slot for the new drive, ensuring proper alignment with the backplane connectors.
• Secure the drive with screws or a tray, then connect the SAS data cable and the corresponding power interface to the drive and backplane.
• Mount the drive into the bay, close the enclosure, and reconnect power to boot the system.
• Initialize and format the drive in your operating system or storage management software, and add it to a RAID array or storage pool as needed.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What does SAS 12 Gb/s mean and why is it important? A: SAS 12 Gb/s refers to the Serial Attached SCSI interface's maximum data transfer rate of 12 gigabits per second. It enables higher throughput, better reliability, and improved performance in multi-drive systems, making it ideal for servers, storage arrays, and data centers that require fast, consistent data access.
• Q: Can I use this drive in a consumer desktop? A: This drive is designed for enterprise environments with SAS backplanes and server-grade controllers. Consumer desktops typically use SATA drives. Check your motherboard or enclosure specifications to ensure SAS compatibility and proper power and cabling.
• Q: Is 4 TB enough for large media libraries or backups? A: For many users, 4 TB provides substantial space for media archives, backups, and data pools. Plan for future growth and consider RAID configurations or tiered storage to maximize efficiency and reliability over time.
• Q: What workloads is this drive best suited for? A: The Accortec 4 TB SAS drive is well-suited for enterprise workloads such as virtualization hosts, database logging, backups, media streaming servers, and other data-intensive applications requiring steady throughput and reliable long-term operation.