Dell 1TB 7200RPM 6Gb/s SAS 2.5in Drive (Renewed) - Server Ready

In this review of the Dell 1TB 7200 RPM 6Gb/s SAS 2.5in drive (renewed), the bottom line is simple: it is a practical swap-in replacement for PowerEdge servers and compatible arrays that need reliable capacity without the price of new media. The drive arrives certified refurbished after testing, cleaning, and inspection, and ships with the drive tray and a minimum 90-day warranty. That combination makes it attractive to IT admins who need a genuine Dell 1TB SAS drive that looks and works like new for maintenance or light expansion tasks.

Key Features

• 1TB capacity: Offers a full 1000GB of storage suitable for OS, logs, or moderately sized data volumes in server environments.
• 7200 RPM spindle: Delivers balanced performance and endurance for mixed read/write tasks compared with lower-RPM archival drives.
• 6Gb/s SAS interface: Ensures enterprise-class connectivity and compatibility with a wide range of Dell PowerEdge servers and some arrays.
• 2.5in hot-plug form factor: Fits standard PE-series drive bays and ships with the drive tray for quick replacement without downtime for many servers.
• Certified Refurbished process: Functionality tested, cleaned, inspected and repackaged with a minimum 90-day warranty for added confidence on deployment.

Who It's For

This drive is aimed at IT administrators, small data centers, and service technicians who maintain Dell PowerEdge servers and need an OEM-compatible 1TB SAS option for rebuilds, RAID replacements, or incremental capacity upgrades. It is especially useful where original manufacturer parts and the included drive tray simplify maintenance procedures.

Those who should look elsewhere include users who require brand-new drives with full manufacturer warranties beyond 90 days or those who need the highest sustained throughput for intensive database workloads; for such cases, new enterprise SSDs or higher-performance SAS drives may be a better choice.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Genuine Dell part and tray simplify compatibility and installation in supported PowerEdge servers.
• Certified Refurbished testing and a minimum 90-day warranty reduce risk versus unknown used drives.
• 6Gb/s SAS and 7200 RPM balance compatibility and reasonable performance for mixed server tasks.
• Compact 2.5in form factor conserves bay space in dense server chassis.

Cons

• Refurbished status means warranty length is limited to a minimum 90 days rather than a full new-drive warranty.

Specifications

Brand	Dell (Original)
Part number	09W5WV
Capacity	1TB (1000GB)
Speed	7200 RPM
Interface	6Gb/s SAS
Form factor	2.5in, hot-plug with tray
Condition & warranty	Certified Refurbished, minimum 90-day warranty

Our Verdict

The Dell 1TB 7200 RPM 6Gb/s SAS 2.5in renewed drive is a solid, cost-effective replacement for compatible PowerEdge servers and some storage arrays. It provides OEM compatibility, reasonable performance for general server duties, and the reassurance of a certified refurbish process and included tray. IT teams seeking genuine parts and quick, low-cost maintenance replacements will find it good value; those needing new-drive warranties or higher performance should consider other options.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this drive fit my PowerEdge server?
It is compatible with many PE-series models listed by Dell and comes with the drive tray to fit standard 2.5in hot-plug bays, though the published compatibility list is not exhaustive so verifying your chassis model is recommended.

Is the drive new or used?
This is a Certified Refurbished drive that has been tested, cleaned, inspected and repackaged and ships with a minimum 90-day warranty.

Does it include a warranty?
Yes, the refurbishing process includes a minimum 90-day warranty and relevant accessories are included in the shipment.