Cisco HDD Form Factors

Flagship Technologies offers a variety of Cisco hard disk drive (HDD) form factors for computer servers, including:

• 2.5-inch (SFF): These drives are smaller and more lightweight than 3.5-inch drives, making them ideal for use in rack-mounted servers where space is limited. They are also available in higher performance options, such as 10K and 15K SAS drives.

• 3.5-inch (LFF): These drives offer higher capacity than 2.5-inch drives, making them a good choice for servers that need to store a lot of data. They are also available in lower cost options, such as SATA drives.

In general, 2.5-inch drives provide higher I/O density per rack space unit, where 3.5-inch drives provide higher capacity per rack space unit.

Here is a table summarizing the different Cisco HDD form factors for servers:

The best form factor for your Cisco server will depend on your specific needs. If you need a high-performance server with limited space, then a 2.5-inch SAS drive is a good choice. If you need a server with a lot of capacity, then a 3.5-inch SATA drive is a better option.

In addition to the form factor, you will also need to consider the drive's speed, capacity, and interface when choosing a HDD for your Cisco server. The speed of the drive will determine how quickly it can transfer data. The capacity of the drive will determine how much data it can store. The interface of the drive will determine how it connects to your server. Flagship Technologies can assist you with any questions you have regarding what kind of hard drives your server needs.