Infortrend 2.40 TB Hard Drive - 2.5" Internal - SAS (12Gb/s SAS)

The Infortrend 2.40 TB SAS hard drive is engineered for demanding enterprise storage environments, delivering fast, dependable data access and scalable capacity for servers, storage arrays, and high-availability NAS/SAN deployments. Each drive in this 4-pack offers 2.4 terabytes of dense storage in a compact 2.5-inch form factor, making it ideal for dense rack layouts and hot-swappable backplanes. With a 10,000 RPM spindle speed and a SAS 12Gb/s interface, these drives are designed to handle intensive workloads—from virtualization and database operation to media editing, backups, and archival storage—while maintaining low latency and steady throughput. Built for reliability, they include enterprise-grade components and caching that leverages non-volatile memory to accelerate data access, helping maintain productivity during peak usage periods. Whether you’re expanding an existing array or building a new storage solution, this 4-pack provides a streamlined path to scalable, robust storage that stores documents, pictures, videos, and other data with confidence.

• High-capacity, performance-oriented HDD: Each drive delivers 2.4 TB of dependable storage with 10,000 RPM performance for fast sequential throughput and strong random I/O, making it suitable for databases, virtual machines, and large media libraries.
• Enterprise-class SAS interface: The 12Gb/s SAS interface enables high-bandwidth data transfers between the drive and backplanes or controllers, supporting demanding workloads and smooth data streaming across storage arrays.
• Compact 2.5-inch form factor: A 2.5-inch drive fits into dense server racks,JBODs, and hot-swap bays, delivering great compatibility with enterprise backplanes and flexible deployment in a variety of storage architectures.
• 4-pack retail convenience: Sold as a 4-pack with retail packaging, this solution simplifies procurement, enables faster scale-out, and ensures consistent performance across multiple drives in the same array.
• Reliability and data integrity: Built for enterprise use with robust reliability features and non-volatile memory caching to accelerate reads/writes and safeguard data under high workloads.

Technical Details of Infortrend 2.40 TB Hard Drive - 2.5" Internal - SAS (12Gb/s SAS)

• Capacity: 2.4 TB per drive
• Drive type: 2.5-inch internal hard disk drive (HDD)
• Interface: SAS 12Gb/s
• Spindle speed: 10,000 RPM
• Form factor: 2.5 inches
• Packaging: 4-pack retail
• Recommended use: Enterprise servers, storage arrays, NAS/SAN backplanes

How to install Infortrend 2.40 TB Hard Drive - 2.5" Internal - SAS (12Gb/s SAS)

• Step 1: Power down the server or storage enclosure before removing or installing drives. Verify that the enclosure supports 2.5" SAS HDDs and that you have the correct drive trays or hot-swap caddies ready.
• Step 2: Remove the appropriate drive slot or tray from the chassis, ensuring you follow your vendor’s procedures for hot-swapping if applicable.
• Step 3: Align the 2.5" drive with the tray/slot, carefully insert the drive so that the SAS data connector and power interface engage fully with the backplane or controller.
• Step 4: Secure the drive using the tray screws or latch mechanism, then reinsert the tray into the backplane until it seats with a confident click.
• Step 5: Reconnect power and SAS data cables if you disassembled them, then power on the system. The storage controller should recognize the new drive automatically or with a quick rescan.
• Step 6: In your storage management software or RAID controller utility, initialize the new drive if required and add it to the appropriate array or pool. Run a quick health check to confirm SMART status and drive health before placing it into production use.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What capacity does this drive offer?
  A: Each drive in the 4-pack provides 2.4 TB of storage capacity, suitable for dense data growth and large-scale storage deployments.
• Q: What interface does the drive use?
  A: The drive uses a SAS 12Gb/s interface, designed for high-bandwidth connections to backplanes and storage controllers.
• Q: Is this suitable for enterprise servers and storage arrays?
  A: Yes. The 2.5-inch form factor, 10,000 RPM performance, and enterprise-grade build make these drives well-suited for servers, RAID arrays, NAS/SAN backplanes, and other data-center workloads.
• Q: Does the package come as a single drive or a pack?
  A: The product is offered as a 4-pack in retail packaging, which simplifies procurement and enables rapid scale-out across a storage environment.
• Q: How does non-volatile memory factor into performance?
  A: The drives leverage enterprise-grade caching with non-volatile memory principles to improve data access speeds and protect critical data under heavy workloads, helping maintain consistent performance during peak activity.