Dell 2R42K 500GB 7.2k SATA 3.5in 6Gb/s EP Drive

Dell 2R42K 500GB 7.2k SATA 3.5in 6Gb/s EP Drive
Dell 2R42K 500GB 7.2k SATA 3.5in 6Gb/s EP Drive
The Dell 2R42K is a high-performance 500GB 7.2k RPM SATA hard drive designed for reliable storage in desktop and small business environments. Featuring a 3.5-inch form factor and a 6Gb/s interface, this enterprise-class drive delivers fast data acces... Read More
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  • In Stock: 14
  • Manufacturer: Dell
  • Model or Part: 2R42K
  • Condition: Refurbished
  • Weight: 3.00lb
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Overview

The Dell 2R42K is a high-performance 500GB 7.2k RPM SATA hard drive designed for reliable storage in desktop and small business environments. Featuring a 3.5-inch form factor and a 6Gb/s interface, this enterprise-class drive delivers fast data access while maintaining the durability required for continuous operation.

Key Features

  • 500GB capacity provides ample space for operating systems, applications and critical data
  • 7.2k RPM spindle speed ensures quick read and write operations
  • 6Gb/s SATA III interface for high-speed data transfer
  • 3.5-inch form factor fits standard desktop and server bays
  • Enterprise-grade reliability with advanced error correction
  • Low power consumption helps reduce overall system energy costs

Technical Specifications

  • Model/Part Number: 2R42K
  • Interface: SATA III (6Gb/s)
  • Form Factor: 3.5 inches
  • Capacity: 500GB
  • Rotational Speed: 7200 RPM
  • Cache: 64MB
  • Average Latency: 4.16 ms
  • Data Transfer Rate: up to 600 MB/s (theoretical)
  • Operating Temperature: 0 to 55 deg C
  • MTBF: 1,000,000 hours

Applications

This drive is ideal for a range of demanding scenarios, including:

  • Desktop workstations that require fast boot times and responsive application loading
  • Small to medium business servers handling file storage, email, and database workloads
  • Network attached storage (NAS) units where reliability and capacity are critical
  • Backup and archival solutions that need consistent performance over long periods