Cisco 1.60 TB Solid State Drive - 2.5" Internal - SAS (12Gb/s SAS)

Designed for enterprise servers and data centers, this Cisco 1.60 TB 2.5" internal SAS SSD delivers reliable, high-capacity storage with hot-pluggable convenience. Built for demanding workloads, it combines fast SAS 12Gb/s connectivity with solid-state performance to reduce latency, accelerate I/O, and simplify maintenance in dense server ecosystems. Whether you're expanding capacity for databases, virtualization, backups, or analytics, this hot-swappable SSD provides a dependable backbone for your infrastructure while fitting seamlessly into standard 2.5" drive bays.

• High-capacity enterprise storage: 1.60 TB of solid-state capacity lets you consolidate more data, databases, VM images, and media in fewer drives, reducing total drive counts and improving rack density.
• 2.5" internal form factor: A compact, widely compatible drive size that slides into standard server backplanes and 2.5" drive trays for straightforward upgrades and replacements.
• 12Gb/s SAS interface: Enterprise-grade SAS connectivity delivers strong sequential and random I/O performance with robust error detection, making it ideal for heavy workloads and mission-critical applications.
• Hot-pluggable, serviceable design: Easy field maintenance and minimal downtime because the drive can be inserted or removed without powering down the system in compatible enclosures or backplanes.
• Reliability for demanding workloads: Engineered for consistent performance under sustained load, this Cisco SSD is suited for databases, virtualization, backups, analytics, and other enterprise applications that require steady I/O throughput and low latency.

Technical Details of Cisco 1.60 TB Solid State Drive - 2.5" Internal - SAS (12Gb/s SAS)

• Capacity: 1.60 TB solid-state storage for expansive data growth and persistent performance.
• Drive form factor: 2.5 inches, enterprise internal SSD designed for standard server bays and backplanes.
• Interface: SAS 12Gb/s, delivering high-speed data transfer suitable for data-intensive operations and data-center workloads.
• Drive type: Solid State Drive (SSD) for lower latency, higher IOPS, and improved reliability compared with traditional spinning disks.
• Hot-plug capability: Designed for hot-swappable deployment in compatible systems to minimize downtime during maintenance or upgrades.
• Compatibility: Suited for enterprise servers, storage arrays, and data-center backplanes that support 2.5" SAS SSDs.

how to install Cisco 1.60 TB Solid State Drive - 2.5" Internal - SAS (12Gb/s SAS)

• Power down the server only if required by your enclosure or backplane guidelines, then follow your system’s standard procedure for opening the drive tray.
• Identify an available 2.5" drive slot/backplane bay that supports SAS hot-swappable drives and aligns with the Cisco SSD’s form factor.
• Remove the drive tray or blank from the bay, ensuring the area is free of debris and the backplane connectors are accessible.
• Slide the Cisco 1.60 TB SSD into the drive tray, aligning the connectors with the backplane interface. Secure the tray with the appropriate screws or latching mechanism as required by the chassis.
• Insert the tray fully into the backplane or drive cage until it is seated. The backplane should latch the drive and begin power delivery and data connection automatically.
• Power on the server and verify detection in the system BIOS/UEFI or operating system storage manager. Confirm the drive is recognized as a 1.60 TB SAS SSD.
• Initialize and format the drive as needed, assign appropriate RAID or storage pool configurations, and ensure your storage policies align with your data protection and performance goals.

Frequently asked questions

• Is the Cisco 1.60 TB SSD compatible with standard servers and backplanes? Yes—this drive uses a common 2.5" internal form factor and SAS interface, designed to work with compatible servers, SAS backplanes, and hot-swap drive bays that support 2.5" SAS drives.
• What workloads is this drive best suited for? It is well-suited for data-center workloads that require high IOPS and low latency, including databases, virtualization, backups, analytics, and mixed-use enterprise storage scenarios.
• Can this drive be hot-swapped without powering down the system? When installed in a compatible hot-swappable chassis or backplane, the drive can be replaced or added without powering down the system, minimizing downtime.
• What is the primary advantage of a 2.5" SAS SSD in a Cisco deployment? The 2.5" form factor and SAS interface offer compact, scalable, high-throughput storage that fits common data-center rails and backplanes, while delivering reliable enterprise-grade performance for demanding workloads.
• What should I consider for warranty and support? Warranty and support terms vary by vendor and deployment context. Check Cisco or your authorized reseller for the exact warranty duration, service levels, and replacement options for enterprise SSDs in your environment.