400-AVUE Dell 300GB 10K RPM SAS-12GBPS Hard Drive

Introducing the Dell 300GB 10,000 RPM SAS 12Gbps 512n 2.5-inch Hot-plug Hard Disk Drive, specifically designed for PowerEdge and PowerVault servers. This high-performance storage solution offers impressive reliability and speed, making it ideal for data-intensive applications.

Manufacturer Details

• Brand: Dell
• Part Number: 400-AVUE
• Product Series: Hard Drive with Tray

Technical Specifications

• Capacity: 300 GB
• Form Factor: 2.5 Inch
• Interface Type: SAS 12Gbps
• Cache Memory: 128 MB

Performance Metrics

• Spindle Speed: 10,000 RPM
• Average Latency: 2.9 ms
• Sustained Transfer Rate: 241 MB/s (outer) to 117 MB/s (inner)
• External Transfer Rate: 1200 MB/s

Advanced Caching Capabilities

• I/O Acceleration: Enabled for enhanced performance
• NAND Flash Type: EMLC
• NAND Flash Size: 32 GB
• Intelligent NAND Endurance Management: Yes

Expansion and Connectivity Options

• Interface: 1 x Serial Attached SCSI (SAS 12Gbps)
• Compatible Bays: 1 x Hot Plug - 2.5 Inch

Compatibility Information

Supported Systems

• PowerEdge R430
• PowerEdge R630
• PowerEdge R730
• PowerEdge T430
• PowerEdge T440

Supported Server Models

Rack-Mounted Systems

• PowerEdge R430 – compact yet powerful
• PowerEdge R630 – balanced for performance and density
• PowerEdge R730 – versatile with advanced capabilities

Tower-Based Systems

• PowerEdge T430 – dependable for small to mid-size businesses
• PowerEdge T440 – scalable architecture for growing workloadss

Dell 400-AVUE 300GB 10K RPM SAS-12GBPS HDD

The Dell 400-AVUE 300GB 10K RPM SAS-12GBPS Hard Drive represents a specialized enterprise-class storage solution designed for performance, reliability, and scalability. This category of hard drives is engineered to meet the demands of data-intensive environments such as servers, data centers, and enterprise applications. With a rotational speed of 10,000 revolutions per minute and a SAS interface supporting up to 12Gbps, it ensures rapid data access, reduced latency, and consistent throughput for mission-critical workloads.

Enterprise Storage Reliability

Enterprise-grade hard drives like the Dell 400-AVUE are built to withstand continuous 24/7 operations. Unlike consumer-grade drives, they are tested for endurance, vibration resistance, and sustained workloads. This makes them ideal for environments where downtime is unacceptable and data integrity is paramount. The 300GB capacity, while modest compared to modern terabyte-scale drives, is optimized for applications requiring speed and reliability over sheer storage volume. The SAS interface provides advanced error correction mechanisms, ensuring data integrity during transfer. This is particularly important in enterprise environments where corrupted data can lead to significant operational disruptions. The Dell 400-AVUE leverages these features to maintain consistent reliability across thousands of read/write cycles.

10K RPM Speed Advantage

The 10,000 RPM rotational speed offers a balance between performance and energy efficiency. While 15K RPM drives provide slightly faster access times, they consume more power and generate more heat. The 10K RPM design of the Dell 400-AVUE ensures faster seek times compared to 7.2K RPM drives, making it suitable for transactional databases, virtualization, and high-performance computing tasks.

SAS 12Gbps Interface

The SAS-12Gbps interface delivers superior bandwidth compared to SATA alternatives. This allows multiple drives to operate in parallel without bottlenecks, supporting enterprise RAID configurations and large-scale storage arrays. The Dell 400-AVUE benefits from this interface by enabling faster data transfers, reduced latency, and improved scalability for growing workloads.

Compatibility with RAID Configurations

The Dell 400-AVUE integrates seamlessly into RAID arrays, offering redundancy and performance optimization. RAID 10 configurations, for example, benefit from the drive’s speed and reliability, ensuring both mirroring and striping for enhanced fault tolerance and throughput. This makes the drive a preferred choice for businesses prioritizing both performance and data protection.

Capacity and Speed

The Dell 400-AVUE offers 300GB of storage capacity, optimized for speed rather than bulk storage. Its 10K RPM rotational speed ensures faster access times compared to lower RPM drives, making it ideal for applications requiring quick data retrieval.

Interface and Bandwidth

Featuring a SAS-12Gbps interface, the drive supports high-bandwidth data transfers. This ensures compatibility with modern enterprise servers and storage arrays, providing scalability for growing workloads.

Form Factor and Compatibility

The Dell 400-AVUE is typically available in a 2.5-inch form factor, making it suitable for compact server environments. Its design ensures compatibility with Dell PowerEdge servers and other enterprise-grade hardware, allowing seamless integration into existing infrastructure.

Versus SATA Drives

Compared to SATA drives, the Dell 400-AVUE offers superior performance and reliability. SATA drives, while cost-effective, are limited in bandwidth and error correction capabilities. The SAS interface of the Dell 400-AVUE ensures faster data transfers and enhanced durability, making it a better choice for enterprise workloads.

Versus Solid-State Drives

Solid-state drives (SSDs) provide faster performance than spinning hard drives, but they come at a higher cost per gigabyte. The Dell 400-AVUE offers a cost-effective balance, delivering reliable performance at a lower price point. For workloads where speed is critical but budget constraints exist, the 400-AVUE remains a practical solution.

Scalability

The Dell 400-AVUE integrates seamlessly into enterprise storage arrays, supporting scalability as business needs grow. Its SAS interface allows multiple drives to operate in parallel, ensuring consistent performance across large-scale deployments.