Cisco 7.60 TB SAS 12Gb/s 2.5" Internal Solid State Drive

Introducing the Cisco 7.60 TB Solid State Drive — a high-capacity, enterprise-grade SSD designed to power demanding servers and workstations. This internal 2.5" SAS (12Gb/s SAS) drive blends colossal storage with fast, consistent performance to meet the needs of data-intensive environments. Whether you’re modernizing a server, expanding a storage array, or building out a virtualization platform, this drive delivers responsive I/O, durable reliability, and scalable capacity that helps streamline operations and accelerate workloads. Cisco engineers have optimized this drive for enterprise workloads such as large databases, analytics, virtualization, and mission-critical applications where latency matters and uptime is non-negotiable.

• Massive capacity for consolidation and growth: 7.60 TB of solid-state storage in a compact 2.5" form factor provides ample space for operating systems, applications, databases, VM images, and large data sets within a single drive, reducing the need for frequent hardware refreshes and enabling more efficient data center workflows.
• 2.5" internal form factor with SAS 12Gb/s interface: This drive is designed for modern data center backplanes and enterprise RAID controllers that rely on high-bandwidth SAS connectivity, enabling rapid data transfer, reduced bottlenecks, and improved overall system responsiveness in heavy I/O scenarios.
• Optimized for data-intensive workloads: Engineered to excel in environments that demand fast random access and sustained throughput, including virtualization hosts, database servers, analytics platforms, and media-rich applications where fast boot times and quick data retrieval translate to tangible business value.
• Reliability for mission-critical operations: Built to endure continuous operation in demanding enterprise settings, this Cisco SSD supports consistent performance under heavy workloads and integrates with standard enterprise storage ecosystems to help maximize uptime and predictability in production.
• Flexible deployment and ecosystem compatibility: Compatible with common SAS backplanes and enterprise storage architectures, enabling straightforward integration into existing server infrastructures, storage arrays, and data-center deployments without extensive reconfiguration.

Technical Details of Cisco 7.60 TB Solid State Drive

• Capacity: 7.60 TB
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch internal
• Interface: SAS 12Gb/s
• Drive Type: Solid State Drive (SSD)
• Compatibility: Internal drive designed for servers and workstations with SAS backplanes

How to Install Cisco 7.60 TB SAS SSD

• Power down your server or workstation and unplug all power sources to ensure a safe installation.
• Open the drive chassis or server backpanel access panel to reveal the 2.5" drive bays and any required sleds or trays.
• If your system uses a drive sled, mount the Cisco 7.60 TB SSD into the sled according to the enclosure’s instructions, ensuring the drive is securely seated.
• Insert the drive sled into an available 2.5" bay and align the connector with the backplane. Gently push the drive until the backplane seats the SAS data and power connections.
• Secure the drive with the appropriate screws or mechanism to ensure stability during operation and transport.
• Reconnect power and data cables to the server backplane or RAID controller, then power on the system.
• Enter the system BIOS/UEFI or the RAID controller utility to confirm the new drive is detected. If needed, configure a new RAID array or ensure the OS sees the drive as an unallocated volume.
• Within the operating system, initialize and format the drive as required by your workload. Apply any firmware or driver updates provided by Cisco or the motherboard/server vendor if available.
• Verify drive health and performance using standard diagnostics and monitor the drive’s SMART data over time to ensure reliability in production.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the capacity of this Cisco drive? The drive offers 7.60 TB of internal storage, designed to accommodate large datasets, virtualization images, databases, and extensive application libraries within a single SSD. This substantial capacity helps reduce fragmentation of data across multiple drives and simplifies storage management in dense environments.
• What interface does it use? It uses a SAS 12Gb/s interface, which provides high-bandwidth data transfer between the drive and enterprise storage backplanes, RAID controllers, and servers. This interface is optimized for low latency and steady throughput under heavy I/O workloads, making it well-suited for data centers and mission-critical applications.
• What is the form factor? The drive is a 2.5-inch internal SSD, compatible with standard 2.5" drive bays and sleds found in most servers and workstations. Its compact form factor allows for dense storage configurations and flexible deployment alongside smaller footprint hardware while delivering enterprise-grade performance.
• Is this drive compatible with Cisco systems? Yes. The drive is designed to integrate with Cisco storage and data-center ecosystems, and it is suitable for use in servers and storage arrays that rely on SAS connectivity. Always verify compatibility with your specific Cisco server or storage chassis and RAID controller during deployment.
• What workloads is this drive best suited for? The Cisco 7.60 TB SAS SSD excels in data-intensive workloads such as databases, virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V, KVM), analytics engines, enterprise applications, and large-scale content repositories. Its combination of high capacity and fast access times helps accelerate boot, load, and I/O-heavy operations in multi-user environments.
• How should I maintain or monitor the drive? Regular health monitoring through SMART data, vendor-provided management tools, and your server’s monitoring software is recommended. Periodic firmware updates from Cisco or the motherboard/RAID controller vendor can improve compatibility, performance, and reliability. Plan for routine backups and drive health checks as part of standard data-center maintenance.