Description
Dell 147GB 2.5" SAS HDD MBD2147RC (0X143K). Enterprise 10K RPM hard drive with SAS 6Gb/s interface, built for Dell PowerEdge servers and storage arrays.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Dell |
| Model | MBD2147RC |
| Part Number | 0X143K |
| Capacity | 147GB |
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch |
| Interface | SAS 6Gb/s |
| Rotational Speed | 10,000 RPM |
| Firmware | D807 |
| Voltage/Power | +12V 0.40A / +5V 0.84A |
| Country of Manufacture | Philippines |
| Date of Manufacture | Sept 2010 |
| Certifications | CE, UL, KC, RoHS, TUV, FCC |
| Caddy | Not included (bare drive) |
Product Features
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147GB enterprise-class SAS HDD
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10K RPM spindle speed for enhanced IOPS performance
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SAS 6Gb/s interface for fast and reliable data transfer
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Compact 2.5-inch form factor – optimized for servers
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Certified for Dell PowerEdge systems
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Hot-swap capable with appropriate server caddy
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Designed for 24/7 enterprise workloads
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Manufactured by Toshiba Corporation, Dell-certified
General Product Information
The Dell 147GB 2.5" SAS HDD (MBD2147RC / 0X143K) is a high-performance enterprise hard drive engineered for speed, reliability, and seamless integration into Dell server environments. With 147GB capacity, a 10K RPM spindle speed, and a SAS 6Gb/s interface, this HDD is ideal for handling transaction-heavy workloads, virtualization, and business-critical applications.
Manufactured by Toshiba for Dell, this drive is enterprise-certified and optimized for Dell PowerEdge servers. Its small 2.5-inch form factor allows for higher storage density, while its hot-swap support ensures ease of maintenance in mission-critical data centers.
Designed for 24/7 operation, the Dell MBD2147RC offers consistent performance, high reliability, and power efficiency. Whether used in databases, RAID arrays, or SAN storage systems, this drive provides IT professionals with a trusted, cost-effective storage solution.
Technical Specifications Table
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Dell |
| Manufacturer | Toshiba Corporation |
| Model | MBD2147RC |
| Part Number | 0X143K |
| Capacity | 147GB |
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch |
| Interface | SAS 6Gb/s |
| Rotational Speed | 10,000 RPM |
| Cache | 16MB (typical for this model) |
| Firmware | D807 |
| Power Requirements | +12V 0.40A / +5V 0.84A |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes |
| MTBF | 1.6 million hours |
| Workload Rating | 550TB/year |
| Country of Manufacture | Philippines |
| Operating Temperature | 5°C – 55°C |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 15mm × 70mm × 100mm |
| Weight | ~200g |
Compatible Products
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Dell PowerEdge Servers – R610, R710, R720, R730, R810, etc.
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Dell PowerVault & EqualLogic Storage Arrays
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Other SAS-enabled servers (HP, IBM, Lenovo, Supermicro)
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Compatible with RAID controllers (Dell PERC, LSI, HP Smart Array)
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Operating systems: Windows Server, VMware ESXi, Linux, FreeBSD
Ideal Use Cases
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Enterprise servers & data centers
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Databases & business applications
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Virtualization environments
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RAID arrays & SAN/NAS setups
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Backup & archiving solutions
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24/7 mission-critical workloads
Comparison Angle
Compared to SATA drives, the Dell MBD2147RC SAS HDD delivers faster access speeds, stronger reliability, and advanced error correction. Its 10K RPM spindle speed significantly reduces latency versus 7.2K drives, making it ideal for I/O-intensive workloads. As a Dell-certified enterprise drive, it ensures compatibility and optimized performance in Dell PowerEdge servers—an advantage over generic alternatives.
Cross-Sell / Upsell Suggestions
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Dell 300GB & 600GB SAS HDDs – for higher capacity needs
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Dell Enterprise SSDs – faster hybrid storage setups
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Dell PowerEdge servers – scalable performance hardware
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RAID Controllers (Dell PERC series) – for redundancy and speed
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Server caddies/trays – for easy installation and hot-swapping