Which hard drive configuration is NOT supported by the PowerEdge R730XD?

The PowerEdge R730XD server has specific configurations supported for hard drive setups, designed to optimize performance and compatibility. The configuration involving 12 x 3.5" HDD plus 2 x 3.5" HDD at the rear is not supported because the R730XD is engineered for hybrid setups that primarily utilize a combination of 3.5" and 2.5" drives, but with a specific emphasis on integrating SSDs into the available bays.

In contrast, the other choices reflect arrangements that align with the server's design capabilities. The configurations that include 12 x 3.5" SAS + 2 x 2.5" SSD, as well as 6 x 3.5" HDD + 4 x 2.5" SAS, leverage the hybrid storage capability of the R730XD that allows for a mixture of traditional HDDs and faster SSDs for improved read/write speeds and data access times. The alternative involving 8 x 2.5" SAS + 1 x 2.5" SSD is also aligned with the server’s specifications, emphasizing flexibility in utilizing smaller form factor drives that can enhance performance.

Thus, the configuration with 12 x 3.5" HDD and