400-ASXM

400-ASXM – Dell 480GB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb/s 2.5-Inch Hot-Swappable Solid State Drive

The Dell 400-ASXM 480GB Solid State Drive is a reliable enterprise storage solution designed to deliver fast performance, low latency, and enhanced reliability for Dell PowerEdge servers and data center environments. Featuring a SATA 6Gb/s interface and Read Intensive (RI) flash technology, this SSD is optimized for workloads that involve frequent data retrieval and moderate write activity.

With a storage capacity of 480GB, the drive is ideal for operating systems, web servers, content delivery applications, virtualization platforms, cloud environments, and read-heavy enterprise workloads. Unlike traditional hard drives, SSD technology provides significantly faster boot times, application responsiveness, and data access speeds while reducing power consumption and mechanical failure risks.

Its compact 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) design maximizes storage density in server environments, while the hot-swappable capability allows administrators to replace or upgrade drives without shutting down the system, ensuring continuous availability and simplified maintenance.

Model Type:

Internal Enterprise SSD — 2.5″ SATA (6Gb/s, Read Intensive, Hot-Swappable)

Category:

Storage — Enterprise Solid State Drive (SSD)

Key Features:
480GB Capacity — Reliable flash storage for enterprise applications
Read Intensive (RI) Design — Optimized for read-heavy workloads
SATA 6Gb/s Interface — Fast and dependable data connectivity
Solid State Technology — Faster access times and lower latency than HDDs
2.5-Inch SFF Design — Optimized for high-density server deployments
Hot-Swappable Support — Enables maintenance and upgrades without downtime
Enterprise-Class Reliability — Designed for continuous 24/7 operation
Energy Efficient — Lower power consumption and reduced heat generation
Technical Specifications:
Specification Details
Model 400-ASXM
Capacity 480GB
Drive Type Solid State Drive (SSD)
Interface SATA 6Gb/s
Flash Type Read Intensive (RI)
Form Factor 2.5″
Hot-Swappable Yes
Data Transfer Rate Up to 600 MB/s
Workload Type Enterprise / Read-Intensive Storage
Compatibility Dell PowerEdge Servers & Storage Systems
Lead Time 4–6 Business Days
Typical Use Cases:
Operating system and boot drives
Virtualization environments
Web and application servers
Cloud infrastructure
Content delivery platforms
Read-intensive enterprise workloads