Dell 400-AWNB 12TB 7.2K RPM SATA-6GBPS Hot Plug Hard Drive With Tray

Product Overview: Dell 12TB 7200RPM SATA Hard Drive with Tray

Designed for Dell’s 14th-generation PowerEdge servers, this high-capacity 12TB SATA hard drive delivers reliable storage, rapid data access, and is optimized for heavy workloads.

General Specifications

• Manufacturer: Dell
• Part Number: 400-AWNB
• Drive Type: Hard Disk Drive (HDD) with integrated tray

Technical Specifications

Storage Capacity and Structure

• Capacity: 12TB, suitable for extensive data requirements
• Form Factor: 3.5-inch drive, designed for space-efficient integration
• Interface Type: SATA-6Gbps for fast data transfers
• Cache Memory: 256MB buffer for enhanced data access speeds
• Format Type: Advanced 512e format, ensuring compatibility and improved storage efficiency

Performance and Speed

• Rotational Speed: 7200 RPM, balancing speed and durability for enterprise environments
• Data Transfer Rate: 600MBps external transfer rate, suitable for high-demand applications
• Buffer Size: 256MB, optimizing data throughput and reducing bottlenecks

Expansion & Connectivity

• Drive Interface: Single SATA-6Gbps connection, ensuring seamless compatibility
• Compatible Drive Bays: Hot-swap 3.5-inch bay, simplifying upgrades and replacements without system shutdowns

Compatibility with PowerEdge Servers

Supported PowerEdge Models

• PowerEdge C6420
• PowerEdge R440
• PowerEdge R540
• PowerEdge R640
• PowerEdge R740
• PowerEdge R740xd
• PowerEdge R6415
• PowerEdge R7415
• PowerEdge R7425

Key Advantages of Dell 12TB SATA Hard Drive

• High 12TB capacity, ideal for data-intensive applications
• 7200 RPM speed ensures balanced performance in mixed-use environments
• Hot-plug tray for rapid installation and easy scalability

Ideal for Enterprise-Level Storage Solutions

This Dell 12TB hard drive with a hot-swap tray is engineered for organizations seeking scalable and resilient storage in their PowerEdge systems. From data warehousing to real-time analytics, this drive meets the demands of modern business environments.

Compatibility

Server 400-AWNB

The Dell 12TB 7.2K RPM SATA-6GBPS Hot Plug Hard Drive is designed to be compatible with the Server 400-AWNB. This compatibility ensures that the hard drive seamlessly integrates with the server, providing users with a reliable and efficient storage solution.

Improved Performance

By being specifically designed for the Server 400-AWNB, this hard drive is optimized to deliver exceptional performance. It is engineered to work seamlessly with the server's hardware and software, allowing for faster data transfer speeds and improved overall system performance. Users can expect reduced latency and enhanced responsiveness, enabling them to efficiently handle demanding workloads and intensive applications.

Easy Integration

The compatibility of the Dell 12TB 7.2K RPM SATA-6GBPS Hot Plug Hard Drive with the Server 400-AWNB ensures easy integration into existing systems. With a simple installation process, users can quickly add this hard drive to their server without any compatibility issues or additional configuration requirements. This ease of integration saves valuable time and resources, allowing users to focus on their core business tasks.

Reliability and Data Integrity

Using a compatible hard drive like the Dell 12TB 7.2K RPM SATA-6GBPS Hot Plug Hard Drive ensures optimal reliability and data integrity. The seamless compatibility minimizes the risk of system crashes, data corruption, or compatibility-related errors. Users can have peace of mind knowing that their critical data is stored on a reliable and compatible storage solution, reducing the chances of data loss or system failures.

Extended Lifespan

The compatibility between this hard drive and the Server 400-AWNB extends the lifespan of both components. With optimized compatibility, the hard drive operates within the server's specified parameters, preventing excessive wear and tear. This extended lifespan translates into longer usability and reduced maintenance costs for users.

Scalability

The compatibility of the Dell 12TB 7.2K RPM SATA-6GBPS Hot Plug Hard Drive with the Server 400-AWNB allows for easy scalability. As businesses grow and their storage needs increase, users can simply add more compatible hard drives to their server, expanding their storage capacity without any compatibility issues. This scalability ensures that users can adapt to changing storage requirements without the need for significant hardware upgrades or replacements.

Capacity

12TB

The Dell 12TB 7.2K RPM SATA-6GBPS Hot Plug Hard Drive offers an impressive storage capacity of 12TB. This high capacity makes it a suitable choice for users who require massive amounts of storage space for their data-intensive applications and large files.

Ample Storage Space

With 12TB of storage capacity, users can store a vast amount of data, including documents, multimedia files, databases, and more. This ample storage space ensures that there is enough room to accommodate growing data volumes without compromising system performance or efficiency. Users can store their data in a centralized location, making it easily accessible and organized.

Efficient Data Management

The large capacity of this hard drive enables efficient data management. Users can consolidate their data onto a single drive, reducing the need for multiple drives or external storage solutions. This simplifies data organization and retrieval processes, saving time and improving productivity. Additionally, with ample storage space, users can implement effective backup strategies, ensuring the safety and availability of their critical data.

Future-Proofing

The 12TB capacity of the Dell 7.2K RPM SATA-6GBPS Hot Plug Hard Drive future-proofs the storage infrastructure. As data volumes continue to grow exponentially, having a high-capacity hard drive ensures that users can meet their storage needs without the need for frequent upgrades or replacements. This capacity allows businesses to scale their storage infrastructure and effectively manage their data growth over time.

Cost-Efficiency

By providing a large storage capacity, this hard drive offers cost-efficiency. Users can avoid investing in multiple smaller-capacity drives, saving on hardware costs and reducing maintenance and management overhead. The 12TB capacity allows users to maximize their storage resources, making it a cost-effective solution for businesses of all sizes.

Flexibility

The 12TB capacity offers users flexibility in managing their data. Whether it is storing large media files, running virtual machines, or managing extensive databases, this high-capacity hard drive provides the necessary flexibility to cater to diverse storage requirements. Users can allocate the storage space according to their specific needs without worrying about running out of space or compromising performance.

Speed

7.2K RPM

The Dell 12TB 7.2K RPM SATA-6GBPS Hot Plug Hard Drive delivers exceptional speed with its 7.2K RPM rotational speed. This high-speed performance allows for faster data access, improved system responsiveness, and enhanced overall user experience.

Quick Data Transfer

The 7.2K RPM rotational speed ensures quick data transfer rates, allowing users to access and transfer their data with minimal delay. Whether it is reading or writing large files, running applications, or performing data-intensive tasks, the high-speed performance of this hard drive ensures efficient data transfer and processing.

Reduced Latency

The 7.2K RPM speed significantly reduces latency, enhancing system responsiveness. Users can experience quicker application launches, faster file access, and smoother multitasking. This reduced latency is particularly beneficial for businesses that require real-time data processing or rely on high-performance applications.

Optimized Performance

The high-speed performance of the Dell 7.2K RPM SATA-6GBPS Hot Plug Hard Drive optimizes overall system performance. By delivering data at a faster rate, the hard drive minimizes bottlenecks and ensures smooth operation even under heavy workloads. Users can enjoy improved productivity, reduced waiting times, and enhanced system efficiency.

Compatibility with Demanding Applications

The 7.2K RPM speed makes this hard drive compatible with demanding applications and workloads. Whether it is running complex databases, hosting virtual machines, or performing data analytics, the high-speed performance ensures that the hard drive can keep up with the demands of resource-intensive tasks. Users can rely on this hard drive to deliver consistent performance, enabling them to efficiently handle their critical applications.

Enhanced Multimedia Experience

The 7.2K RPM speed enhances multimedia experiences by providing smoother playback and faster access to multimedia files. Whether it is streaming high-definition videos, editing multimedia content, or gaming, users can enjoy a seamless and immersive multimedia experience with this high-speed hard drive.

Interface

SATA-6GBPS

The Dell 12TB 7.2K RPM SATA-6GBPS Hot Plug Hard Drive features a SATA-6GBPS interface, offering users several benefits in terms of data transfer speeds, compatibility, and ease of use.

High Data Transfer Rates

The SATA-6GBPS interface enables high data transfer rates, ensuring efficient and quick access to stored data. With a maximum transfer rate of 6 gigabits per second, users can experience faster file transfers, backups, and data synchronization. This high-speed interface is particularly advantageous for users dealing with large files or performing frequent data transfers.

Backward Compatibility

The SATA-6GBPS interface is backward compatible with previous SATA versions. This compatibility ensures that users can easily connect this hard drive to older systems or devices that support lower SATA speeds. Users can confidently upgrade their storage infrastructure without worrying about compatibility issues.

Plug-and-Play Functionality

The SATA-6GBPS interface offers plug-and-play functionality, allowing for easy installation and use. Users can simply connect the hard drive to a compatible system using a SATA cable and power connector, without the need for complex configurations or additional software installations. This simplicity of use saves time and effort, making the hard drive accessible to users of all technical levels.

Flexible Connectivity

The SATA-6GBPS interface provides flexible connectivity options. Users can connect this hard drive to various devices such as desktop computers, workstations, or servers that support SATA interfaces. This flexibility allows users to utilize the hard drive in different environments or adapt to changing hardware configurations without restrictions.

Reliable Data Transmission

The SATA-6GBPS interface ensures reliable data transmission with its advanced error detection and correction mechanisms. This enhances data integrity and reduces the risk of data loss or corruption during transfer. Users can trust that their data is transmitted accurately and securely, minimizing the chances of system errors or data inconsistencies.

HotPlug

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The Dell 12TB 7.2K RPM SATA-6GBPS Hot Plug Hard Drive features hot-plug capability, providing users with the flexibility to add or remove the hard drive without shutting down the system. This feature offers convenience, ease of maintenance, and enhanced system uptime.

Convenient Drive Installation

The hot-plug capability allows users to conveniently install or replace the hard drive while the system is running. This eliminates the need for system shutdowns, reducing downtime and ensuring uninterrupted operation. Users can easily add or remove the hard drive as needed, without affecting other components or interrupting critical tasks.

Effortless Maintenance

With hot-plug functionality, maintenance tasks such as drive replacements or upgrades become effortless. Users can quickly swap out faulty drives or upgrade their storage capacity without disrupting ongoing operations. This simplifies maintenance procedures and reduces the time and effort required to manage and troubleshoot storage systems.

Improved System Uptime

The hot-plug feature contributes to improved system uptime. By allowing for on-the-fly drive installation and removal, users can minimize system downtime associated with maintenance activities. This is particularly important for businesses that rely on continuous operation and cannot afford significant interruptions in their services. The hot-plug capability ensures that storage maintenance can be performed without impacting overall system availability.

Flexible Storage Expansion

Hot-plug capability enables flexible storage expansion. Users can easily add additional hard drives to their server or storage system, increasing their storage capacity on-demand. This flexibility allows businesses to adapt to changing storage requirements without disrupting operations or investing in extensive hardware upgrades. Users can scale their storage infrastructure as needed, ensuring that they have sufficient space to accommodate future data growth.

Redundancy and Data Protection

The hot-plug feature enhances redundancy and data protection. By allowing for easy drive replacements, users can quickly replace a failed drive with a spare one, minimizing the time that the storage system operates in a degraded state. This redundancy ensures that critical data remains available and protected, reducing the risk of data loss or disruptions to business operations.

Included Accessories

Tray

The Dell 12TB 7.2K RPM SATA-6GBPS Hot Plug Hard Drive comes with an included tray, providing users with the necessary accessories for easy installation and integration into compatible systems.

Plug-and-Play Compatibility

The included tray ensures plug-and-play compatibility with the server or storage system. Users can simply slide the hard drive into the tray and secure it in place, without the need for additional mounting hardware or complex installation procedures. This plug-and-play compatibility streamlines the installation process, reducing setup time and ensuring a hassle-free experience.

Secure and Stable Fit

The tray ensures a secure and stable fit for the hard drive. It provides proper alignment and support, preventing any movement or vibrations that could potentially impact performance or cause damage to the drive. The secure fit ensures that the hard drive operates optimally, minimizing the risk of data loss or hardware failures.

Efficient Heat Dissipation

The tray facilitates efficient heat dissipation from the hard drive. It is designed to allow proper airflow around the drive, preventing overheating and ensuring optimal operating temperatures. Efficient heat dissipation prolongs the lifespan of the hard drive and improves overall system reliability.

Ease of Maintenance

The included tray simplifies maintenance tasks. Users can easily remove and reinsert the hard drive when required, without any additional tools or complicated procedures. This ease of maintenance saves time and effort, making it convenient to perform routine checks, upgrades, or replacements.

Compatibility Assurance

By providing an included tray, Dell ensures compatibility between the hard drive and compatible systems. Users can have confidence in using this hard drive with their Dell server or storage system, knowing that it has been specifically designed and tested for optimal compatibility. This compatibility assurance eliminates any concerns about compatibility issues or potential performance limitations.