Cisco 1 TB 2.5" Internal SAS Hard Drive – Enterprise-Grade Performance

The Cisco 1 TB Hard Drive - 2.5" Internal - SAS (12Gb/s SAS) delivers reliable, high-performance storage engineered for demanding environments. Built to support data centers, virtualization workloads, and enterprise-grade storage arrays, this drive combines Cisco’s reliability with a compact 2.5" form factor and a high-speed SAS interface for accelerated data access. Whether deployed in rack-mounted servers, storage arrays, or network-attached storage (NAS) systems, it offers consistent throughput, solid endurance, and robust data integrity to help businesses manage growing workloads with confidence.

• High-performance enterprise storage with a 12Gb/s SAS interface ensures fast data transfer and low latency for demanding applications. The 2.5" form factor is designed for dense deployments, enabling you to maximize storage capacity in compact server chassis and backplanes while maintaining dependable I/O performance during peak workloads. This drive is optimized for sequential reads and writes as well as random I/O patterns common in databases, virtualization hosts, and large-scale backups.

• Reliable, enterprise-class design engineered for continuous operation. Built to withstand the rigors of 24x7 environments, the drive emphasizes data integrity and consistent performance under heavy load. With quality components and error-handling mechanisms, it provides a stable foundation for storage arrays, servers, and scale-out deployments where uptime matters and maintenance windows are limited.

• Dense capacity in a compact package at 1 terabyte, allowing you to consolidate storage without sacrificing space. The 2.5" drive size supports high-density storage configurations, reducing the footprint of your server racks and enabling more efficient cooling and cabling. This makes it an excellent choice for databases, logs, cold storage, and backup workflows where reliable capacity matters as data volumes grow.

• Broad compatibility and easy integration with SAS backplanes and enterprise storage ecosystems. The drive is designed to work with standard SAS controllers and backplanes, ensuring straightforward deployment alongside Cisco solutions and compatible third-party platforms. Its enterprise-grade firmware and drive attributes help deliver predictable performance within a wide range of Cisco servers, SANs, and NAS configurations.

• Efficient power and cooling characteristics contribute to better data-center efficiency. While delivering solid endurance and throughput, the drive is designed to behave well in densely populated racks, with thermal and power considerations in mind. This helps reduce overall operating costs and supports more reliable cooling in busy storage environments.

Technical Details of Cisco 1 TB Hard Drive

• Capacity: 1 TB
• Form factor: 2.5-inch internal hard disk drive
• Interface: SAS 12 Gb/s
• Drive type: Internal enterprise HDD
• Designed for: Data centers, servers, SAN/NAS environments, and storage arrays
• Reliability focus: Enterprise-grade design for sustained workloads and data integrity

How to install Cisco 1 TB Hard Drive

• Power down the system and disconnect power and data cables to prevent any electrical damage during installation. If you are installing into a hot-swap backplane, follow your chassis guidelines for safe handling and bay access.

• Open the drive bay or remove the existing drive tray if you are upgrading. Use the appropriate tools or hot-swap mechanism provided by your chassis to release the tray securely.

• Insert the Cisco 1 TB SAS drive into a compatible 2.5" drive tray or backplane slot. Gently push the drive until it is seated and the tray locks into place, ensuring proper alignment with the backplane connectors.

• Connect SAS and power cables to the drive backplane or directly to the drive, depending on your enclosure design. Verify that cables are firmly connected and routed to promote airflow and prevent interference with cooling fans.

• Power on and configure the system. In your operating system or storage management software, initialize the new drive, assign it to a RAID array or storage pool as needed, and perform any necessary formatting or partitioning according to your data-management strategy.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What capacity is this drive? A: 1 TB of storage in a 2.5" internal form factor with SAS interface.
• Q: What interface does the drive use? A: SAS 12 Gb/s, engineered for high-speed data transfer and low latency in enterprise systems.
• Q: Is this drive suitable for 24x7 operation? A: Yes, it is designed for enterprise workloads and continuous operation in data-center environments.
• Q: Can I use this drive in non-Cisco storage systems? A: The drive is compatible with standard SAS backplanes and SAS controllers, making it suitable for a range of servers, SANs, and NAS devices beyond Cisco-branded hardware.
• Q: How should I deploy this drive in a storage array? A: Pair it with appropriate RAID configurations or storage pools that meet your performance and redundancy requirements, and ensure proper monitoring and firmware updates as part of your maintenance routine.