Dell 1.2TB SAS 12Gb/s 10K RPM 2.5" Internal Hard Drive

Overview

The Dell 400-AJPC is a 1.2TB internal hard drive designed for enterprise storage solutions, featuring a 12Gb/s SAS interface and a spindle speed of 10,000 RPM. It delivers fast data transfer rates and low latency, making it well suited for demanding server environments that require reliable and efficient access to large datasets, virtual machines, and backup operations.

This 2.5-inch drive comes with a 3.5-inch hybrid carrier, allowing it to fit into both smaller and larger drive bays, which adds flexibility for deployment across various Dell PowerEdge servers and PowerVault storage arrays. Its hot-swappable capability ensures that you can maintain uptime by replacing or adding drives without shutting down your system.

Key features

• High-speed 12Gb/s SAS interface supports dual-port connectivity for enhanced data throughput and redundancy.
• 10,000 RPM spindle speed reduces seek times and latency, improving performance for workloads with frequent random access.
• Compact 2.5-inch form factor paired with a 3.5-inch hybrid carrier enables compatibility with multiple server chassis sizes.
• Hot-swappable design allows for drive replacement or expansion without interrupting server operations, minimizing downtime.
• Certified for use with Dell PowerEdge servers and PowerVault storage systems, ensuring seamless integration and reliability.

Key specs

• Storage capacity: 1.2 TB
• Interface: 12 Gb/s SAS (Serial Attached SCSI)
• Spindle speed: 10,000 RPM
• Form factor: 2.5-inch drive with 3.5-inch hybrid carrier
• Compatibility: Dell PowerEdge servers and PowerVault enclosures
• Hot-swappable: Yes

Connectivity and compatibility

This hard drive uses a 12Gb/s SAS interface, which supports dual-port connections for improved data paths and fault tolerance. It is specifically qualified for Dell PowerEdge servers and PowerVault storage systems, making it a reliable choice for existing Dell enterprise environments. The hybrid carrier design allows it to fit into both 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch bays, providing flexibility for mixed hardware setups.

Ideal uses and environments

The Dell 400-AJPC is well suited for data centers and enterprise IT environments that require fast and dependable storage for virtualized clusters, database servers, and backup solutions. Its combination of speed and capacity supports workloads such as email hosting, file sharing, and analytics, where quick access to data is essential. The hot-swappable feature helps maintain high availability in mission-critical systems by enabling maintenance without downtime.