400-ASEM

400-ASEM – Dell 400GB SAS 12Gb/s Write Intensive 512n 2.5-Inch Hot-Pluggable Solid State Drive

The Dell 400-ASEM 400GB Solid State Drive is a high-end enterprise storage solution engineered for write-intensive workloads that demand exceptional endurance, reliability, and performance. Featuring a SAS 12Gb/s interface and enterprise-grade flash technology, this SSD delivers ultra-fast data access, low latency, and sustained write performance for mission-critical applications.

Optimized for Write Intensive (WI) environments, the drive is designed to handle a high volume of write operations, making it ideal for transactional databases, online transaction processing (OLTP), virtualization platforms, analytics workloads, and high-performance computing environments. The 512n (512-byte native) sector format ensures compatibility with enterprise operating systems and applications.

Built in a compact 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) and featuring hot-pluggable capability, the drive allows seamless replacement or upgrades without interrupting server operations, ensuring maximum uptime and operational efficiency.

Model Type:

Internal Enterprise SSD — 2.5″ SAS (12Gb/s, Write Intensive, 512n, Hot-Pluggable)

Category:

Storage — Enterprise SAS Solid State Drive (SSD)

Key Features:
400GB Capacity — Enterprise-class storage for performance-critical applications
Write Intensive Design — Optimized for high-write workloads
SAS 12Gb/s Interface — High-speed enterprise connectivity
512n Sector Format — Broad compatibility with enterprise systems
2.5-Inch SFF Design — Ideal for dense server deployments
Hot-Pluggable Support — Enables maintenance without downtime
Low Latency Performance — Accelerates transactional and database operations
Enterprise-Grade Endurance — Designed for continuous 24/7 operation
Technical Specifications:
Specification Details
Model 400-ASEM
Capacity 400GB
Drive Type Internal SSD
Interface SAS 12Gb/s
Usage Type Write Intensive (WI)
Sector Format 512n (512-byte Native)
Form Factor 2.5″
Hot-Pluggable Yes
Data Transfer Rate Up to 12Gb/s
Workload Type Enterprise / Write-Intensive Applications
Compatibility Dell PowerEdge Servers & Storage Arrays
Lead Time 4–6 Business Days
Typical Use Cases:
Enterprise transactional databases
Online transaction processing (OLTP)
High-performance virtualization environments
Financial and banking applications
Analytics and real-time processing platforms
Mission-critical enterprise workloads