Dell 2.4TB 2.5in 10K SAS F9NWJ HDD (Renewed)

Name: Dell 2.4TB 2.5in 10K SAS F9NWJ HDD (Renewed)
Brand: Dell
SKU: 2.4TB 2.5in 10K SAS

Overview

The Dell 2.4TB 2.5-inch 10K SAS HDD (part number F9NWJ, Toshiba model AL15SEB24EQY) is an enterprise-class mechanical hard drive built for server and storage array deployments. With a 10,000 RPM spindle speed and a 12Gbps SAS interface, it offers significantly better sequential and random performance than standard 7.2K RPM nearline drives, making it well-suited for transactional databases, virtualization hosts, and mixed-workload environments where throughput matters but SSD costs are prohibitive at this capacity tier. The 2.5-inch small form factor maximizes drive density in rack-mounted servers.

This particular unit is sold in renewed condition by xByte Technologies, a reseller with over 16 years in the enterprise IT equipment market. Each drive is fully tested and updated before shipping, and is backed by a next business day warranty. The 512e sector format ensures backward compatibility with systems and operating systems that expect 512-byte sectors while taking advantage of the drive's 4K-native architecture for improved error correction and storage efficiency. For organizations looking to expand or replace server storage without the premium of factory-new drives, this renewed unit offers a practical, warranty-backed option.

Key Features

AL15SEB24EQY

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Specifications

Brand

Dell

OEM Model

Toshiba AL15SEB24EQY

Dell Part Number

F9NWJ

Capacity

2.4TB

Form Factor

2.5 inch

Spindle Speed

10,000 RPM

Interface

12Gbps SAS

Sector Size

512e

Condition

Renewed

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Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

2.4TB capacity provides substantial storage in a space-efficient 2.5-inch form factor
10K RPM spindle speed delivers faster read/write performance than 7.2K RPM drives
12Gbps SAS interface supports high-bandwidth enterprise workloads
Renewed and fully tested with a next business day warranty from the reseller

👎 Cons

Renewed condition means the drive has prior usage, which may affect total remaining lifespan
10K RPM mechanical drives are slower than SSD alternatives for random I/O operations
SAS interface limits compatibility to servers and controllers with SAS support — not standard desktop SATA
No original retail packaging, as this is a reseller-sourced renewed unit

Frequently Asked Questions

What interface does this Dell 2.4TB drive use?

It uses a 12Gbps SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface, which is standard for enterprise servers and storage arrays requiring fast, reliable data throughput.

What does the "Renewed" designation mean for this drive?

Renewed means the drive has been previously used, then fully tested, inspected, and updated to meet functional standards before being resold with a warranty.

What is the sector size on this drive?

The drive uses 512e (512-byte emulation) sector formatting, which provides compatibility with legacy systems while using 4K native sectors internally for improved storage efficiency.

Will this drive fit in a Dell server without an adapter?

It is a standard 2.5-inch SAS drive compatible with Dell server drive bays that accept 2.5-inch SAS hot-swap drives. Check your server's compatibility for the specific tray or caddy required.