Cisco 2 TB Hard Drive – 2.5" Internal SAS (12Gb/s SAS)

Experience enterprise-grade storage built for reliability and scalability. The Cisco 2 TB Hard Drive is a 2.5-inch internal SAS drive designed to meet the demanding needs of data centers, virtualization environments, and Cisco storage ecosystems. With a generous 2 TB capacity, this drive enables you to consolidate databases, virtual machines, backups, and archival data into a compact, space-efficient footprint. The 12Gb/s SAS interface delivers high-throughput data transfers, helping to minimize latency and keep critical workloads responsive even under heavy I/O loads. Engineered for continuous operation, it offers robust durability, effective error correction, and long-term data integrity—key attributes for mission-critical applications that require consistent performance and uptime.

Whether upgrading an existing Cisco storage array or deploying a new Cisco-enabled infrastructure, this drive is built to integrate smoothly with your current hardware and management tools. The 2.5-inch form factor supports dense rack deployment and simple hot-swapping in compatible backplanes, enabling fast maintenance and minimal downtime. In environments where space, power efficiency, and reliability are paramount, the Cisco 2 TB SAS drive delivers a balanced blend of capacity, speed, and resilience. It is a dependable choice for enterprise workloads, including database hosting, virtualized environments, backup targets, analytics, and disaster recovery workflows. By selecting this drive, you align with a trusted vendor’s ecosystem, benefiting from validated configurations, streamlined deployment, and consistent support across Cisco storage solutions.

• Massive capacity for consolidation: 2 TB of storage to host databases, virtual machines, backups, and media archives in a single drive, reducing hardware sprawl and simplifying management.
• High-speed SAS 12Gb/s interface: Delivers fast, predictable throughput to meet I/O-intensive workloads and minimize bottlenecks in data-center operations.
• 2.5-inch enterprise form factor: Compact internal drive optimized for dense racks and easy integration into Cisco storage arrays and servers.
• Enterprise-grade reliability: Designed for continuous operation with rigorous validation, strong error recovery, and long-term durability for data-critical applications.
• Optimized for Cisco ecosystems: Built to work seamlessly with Cisco backplanes, RAID controllers, and management tools for smooth deployment and lifecycle management.

Technical Details of Cisco 2 TB Hard Drive – 2.5" Internal – SAS (12Gb/s SAS)

• Capacity: 2 TB
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch internal hard disk drive (HDD)
• Interface: SAS 12Gb/s
• Drive Type: Enterprise-class hard disk drive (HDD)
• Recommended Use: Ideal for Cisco storage arrays, servers, virtualization, backups, and data-center workloads

How to install Cisco 2 TB Hard Drive

• Power down the server or storage chassis and unplug power connections before handling the drive.
• Identify an available 2.5-inch drive bay or hot-swap tray and remove any existing drive or blank filler as required by the enclosure.
• Insert the Cisco 2 TB SAS drive into the drive bay, aligning the backplane connectors with the drive’s SAS interface.
• Secure the drive with screws or the enclosure’s tool-less retention mechanism, then reattach SAS and power cables as appropriate.
• Power up the system, access the RAID or disk management utility, and verify that the new drive is detected and healthy.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What capacity does this drive offer? A: It provides 2 terabytes of storage, suitable for large databases, virtual machines, backups, and archival data.
• Q: What interface does it use? A: It uses a SAS 12Gb/s interface, delivering high-throughput data transfers for enterprise workloads.
• Q: Is this drive compatible with Cisco storage solutions? A: Yes, it is designed for Cisco storage arrays and compatible servers and controllers, ensuring smooth integration with existing Cisco infrastructure.
• Q: What is the form factor? A: The drive is a 2.5-inch internal enterprise HDD, optimized for dense racks and hot-swap trays in data-center environments.