400-AXLE

400-AXLE – Dell 12TB 7200RPM SAS 12Gb/s 512n Hot-Pluggable 3.5-Inch Hard Drive

The Dell 400-AXLE 12TB Hard Drive is a high-capacity enterprise storage solution engineered for Dell PowerEdge servers and large-scale data center environments. Featuring a 7200 RPM spindle speed, SAS 12Gb/s interface, 512n sector format, hot-pluggable functionality, and a 3.5-inch form factor, this hard drive delivers exceptional storage capacity, reliable performance, and enterprise-grade durability for business-critical applications.

With an impressive 12TB storage capacity, the drive is ideal for organizations managing large volumes of data, including backup and recovery systems, cloud storage platforms, file servers, archival repositories, virtualization environments, and big data applications. The 7200 RPM rotational speed provides a balance of performance and capacity, making it suitable for high-capacity enterprise storage deployments.

The SAS 12Gb/s interface offers high-speed data transfer rates, enhanced throughput, and superior reliability compared to traditional storage technologies. The 512n (512 Native) sector format ensures broad compatibility with enterprise operating systems, applications, and storage infrastructures while maintaining efficient data management.

Its hot-pluggable design enables administrators to replace or upgrade drives without interrupting server operations, minimizing downtime and simplifying maintenance. The 3.5-inch form factor is optimized for maximum storage density, making it an excellent choice for data centers and enterprise environments requiring large-scale storage expansion.

Built to Dell’s stringent enterprise standards, the Dell 400-AXLE hard drive is designed for continuous 24/7 operation, delivering dependable performance, scalability, and long-term reliability for demanding business workloads.

Model Type

Enterprise Hard Drive (HDD) — 3.5-Inch SAS 12Gb/s, 7200 RPM, 512n, Hot-Pluggable

Category

Storage – Enterprise SAS Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

Key Features
12TB Enterprise Storage Capacity
7200 RPM Enterprise-Class Performance
SAS 12Gb/s High-Speed Interface
512n Sector Format Compatibility
Hot-Pluggable Design for Seamless Maintenance
3.5-Inch Large-Capacity Form Factor
Optimized for Dell PowerEdge Servers
Reliable Enterprise Storage Performance
Designed for Continuous 24/7 Operation
Ideal for Data Centers, Backup, and Cloud Storage
Technical Specifications
Specification Details
Model 400-AXLE
Capacity 12TB
Drive Type Enterprise HDD
Interface SAS 12Gb/s
Rotational Speed 7200 RPM
Sector Format 512n
Form Factor 3.5-Inch
Hot-Pluggable Yes
Data Transfer Rate Up to 12Gb/s
Compatibility Dell PowerEdge Servers
Lead Time 4–6 Business Days
Typical Use Cases
Enterprise File Storage Servers
Backup and Disaster Recovery Systems
Cloud Storage Infrastructure
Data Archiving and Retention
Big Data and Analytics Platforms
Virtualization Environments
Data Center Storage Expansion
Large-Scale Enterprise Workloads