Dell MG256 500GB 3Gb/s SATA 7200 3.5-inch 16MB Hard Drive

SKU MG256

Brand Dell

500GB Storage Capacity
3.5-inch Form Factor
SATA Interface
7200 RPM Rotational Speed
16MB Cache Buffer
3Gb/s SATA Transfer Rate
Suitable for Servers and Workstations
Reliable Data Storage Solution

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Key specifications

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Product Type: Hard Drive
Capacity: 500GB
Form Factor: 3.5-inch
Interface: SATA
Rotational Speed: 7200 RPM
Cache: 16MB

Product details

The Dell MG256 is a 500GB 3.5-inch SATA hard drive, operating at 7200 RPM with a 16MB cache. This drive offers a balance of capacity and performance suitable for various server and workstation applications requiring reliable storage. Its SATA interface ensures good data transfer speeds for everyday computing tasks.

Technical Information

Product Type	Hard Drive
Capacity	500GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Interface	SATA

Additional Specifications

Rotational Speed	7200 RPM
Cache	16MB
Transfer Rate	3Gb/s

Description

The Dell MG256 hard drive is a 3.5-inch internal storage solution designed to provide 500GB of capacity for servers, workstations, and other computing systems. It utilizes the SATA interface, which offers improved data transfer speeds and easier cable management compared to older IDE interfaces. The drive spins at 7200 RPM, a common speed that balances performance with power consumption and acoustics, making it suitable for a wide range of applications. With a 16MB cache buffer, the MG256 can store frequently accessed data temporarily, reducing latency and improving the overall responsiveness of storage operations. The 3Gb/s SATA transfer rate ensures that data can be read from and written to the drive efficiently, supporting the demands of typical business workloads. This drive is a reliable choice for general-purpose storage, operating system installation, or data archiving where a balance of capacity, speed, and cost-effectiveness is desired. This specific model is often found in Dell server and workstation configurations, indicating its compatibility and suitability for Dell's ecosystem. However, its standard SATA interface makes it broadly compatible with most systems that support 3.5-inch SATA drives. The 500GB capacity is sufficient for many applications, providing a solid foundation for data storage needs.

Condition: Refurbished