Cisco 18 TB Hard Drive - Internal - Near Line SAS (NL-SAS)

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Cisco 18 TB Hard Drive - Internal - Near Line SAS (NL-SAS)

The Cisco 18 TB NL-SAS internal hard drive is engineered to power modern data environments with abundant capacity, dependable performance, and enterprise-grade reliability. Designed to meet the demands of backups, archives, virtualization, and analytics, this drive delivers expansive storage where it matters most while maintaining efficient operation in busy data centers. Built for continuous operation and long-term data retention, it provides a scalable foundation for organizations seeking to consolidate storage footprints, reduce complexity, and accelerate data-driven insights. Whether you’re extending a storage array, upgrading a server, or building a robust archiving solution, this NL-SAS hard drive is crafted to deliver consistent throughput, resilient data protection, and cost-effective performance at scale.

  • High-capacity 18 TB internal NL-SAS drive designed for enterprise storage environments. This capacity enables comprehensive backups, long-term archival, virtualization, and analytics workloads, allowing you to consolidate datasets and optimize data-center footprints. The drive supports large-scale data growth with dependable performance across mixed workloads, reducing the need for incremental sprawl and complex tiering strategies.
  • Near Line SAS interface delivers a balanced blend of throughput and latency suitable for sequential and streaming workloads. It’s optimized for backup windows, large-file transfers, and file-serving while remaining capable of handling random I/O for virtual machines and databases. This hybrid performance profile helps data centers run efficiently, enabling faster data movement and smoother restores without driving up hardware costs.
  • 3.5-inch internal form factor ensures compatibility with standard servers and storage arrays. The drive is designed for use in hot-swappable bays and enterprise enclosures, enabling minimal downtime during replacements or expansions. Its rugged build and vibration-tolerant design help maintain steady performance in dense rack environments, delivering reliability you can count on during peak workloads.
  • Enterprise-grade reliability features include robust error correction, proactive error handling, and firmware designed to minimize data loss risk. Built for 24x7 operation, the drive sustains high-duty-cycle workloads in data centers, hyperscale deployments, and disaster recovery configurations. The architecture emphasizes data integrity, long-term endurance, and compatibility with a wide range of storage controllers to simplify integration and management.
  • Energy efficiency and cooling compatibility help reduce total cost of ownership. The NL-SAS drive is engineered to operate within standard data center temperature ranges and to integrate with Cisco and partner storage ecosystems, offering vendor-backed warranties and support options for business continuity. Its power profile supports dense storage deployments, while telemetry and predictive maintenance features help administrators optimize performance and maintenance planning.

Technical Details of Cisco 18 TB Hard Drive - Internal - Near Line SAS (NL-SAS)

  • Capacity: 18 TB
  • Interface: Near Line SAS (NL-SAS)
  • Form Factor: Internal 3.5-inch enterprise drive
  • Designed for 24x7 operation with enterprise-grade reliability
  • Ideal workloads: backups, archival storage, virtualization, and data analytics

How to install Cisco 18 TB Hard Drive - Internal - Near Line SAS (NL-SAS)

  • Power down the host system and disconnect power from all sources to ensure safe installation.
  • Open the server or storage enclosure drive bay and prepare the 3.5-inch tray for the new drive.
  • Insert the drive into the bay and secure it with mounting screws or the chassis latch designed for hot-swappable bays.
  • Connect the NL-SAS data cable and power connector to the drive backplane or controller according to your hardware documentation.
  • Power on the system and use the storage controller or operating system tools to initialize, format, and assign the new drive to a pool, array, or volume.

Frequently asked questions

  • Q: What does NL-SAS mean and why choose it?

    A: NL-SAS stands for Near Line SAS, an interface designed for balanced performance and cost in archival, backup, and broad storage workloads. It provides reliable throughput for sequential and streaming operations while maintaining compatibility with standard SAS controllers.

  • Q: Is this drive suitable for virtualization and data centers?

    A: Yes. With large capacity and enterprise-grade reliability, it supports virtualization hosts, data warehouses, backup targets, and archive repositories in data centers and cloud-enabled environments.

  • Q: Can the drive be hot-swapped?

    A: In many enterprise storage environments, 3.5-inch NL-SAS drives are designed for hot-swappable bays, enabling replacements without shutting down the system. Check your chassis compatibility and vendor guidelines.

  • Q: What warranty or support options are available?

    A: Warranty terms vary by reseller and region. Consult the seller or Cisco-authorized distributors for the exact coverage, including warranty duration and service levels.

  • Q: How should I format and manage the 18 TB drive?

    A: After installation, format the drive according to your operating system or storage controller requirements, and include it in a RAID array, storage pool, or direct-attached storage as appropriate for your environment.


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