400-AXLL

400-AXLL – Dell 12TB 7200RPM SAS 12Gb/s 512e 256MB Cache 3.5-Inch Hot-Pluggable Hard Drive

The Dell 400-AXLL 12TB Hard Drive is a high-capacity enterprise storage solution built for Dell PowerEdge servers and modern data center infrastructures. Featuring a 7200 RPM spindle speed, SAS 12Gb/s interface, 512e sector format, 256MB cache, 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 a substantial 12TB storage capacity, the drive is ideally suited for large-scale file storage, backup and disaster recovery systems, cloud environments, virtualization platforms, data archiving, surveillance storage, and big data applications. The 7200 RPM rotational speed provides an optimal balance between performance and capacity, making it a cost-effective solution for organizations handling large volumes of enterprise data.

The SAS 12Gb/s interface ensures fast and reliable data transfer, enhanced throughput, and superior performance for demanding workloads. Equipped with a 256MB cache, the drive improves read/write efficiency, accelerates data access, and enhances overall system responsiveness in enterprise environments.

The 512e (512-byte Emulation) sector format combines advanced storage efficiency with broad compatibility across modern and legacy enterprise operating systems and applications. Its hot-pluggable design enables administrators to replace or upgrade drives without interrupting server operations, reducing downtime and simplifying maintenance procedures.

Engineered to Dell’s rigorous quality standards, the Dell 400-AXLL hard drive is designed for continuous 24/7 operation, providing dependable performance, scalability, and long-term reliability for enterprise IT infrastructures.

Model Type

Enterprise Hard Drive (HDD) — 3.5-Inch SAS 12Gb/s, 7200 RPM, 512e, 256MB Cache, 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
512e (512-byte Emulation) Sector Format
256MB Cache for Improved Performance
Hot-Pluggable Design for Easy Maintenance
3.5-Inch Large-Capacity Form Factor
Optimized for Dell PowerEdge Servers
Reliable Enterprise Storage Solution
Designed for Continuous 24/7 Operations
Technical Specifications
Specification Details
Model 400-AXLL
Capacity 12TB
Drive Type Enterprise HDD
Interface SAS 12Gb/s
Rotational Speed 7200 RPM
Cache 256MB
Sector Format 512e
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 Platforms
Virtualization Environments
Data Archiving and Compliance Storage
Surveillance and Media Storage
Big Data Analytics Applications
Data Center Capacity Expansion