400-AXLN

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

The Dell 400-AXLN 12TB Hard Drive is a high-capacity enterprise storage solution designed for Dell PowerEdge servers and large-scale data center deployments. 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 demanding business applications.

With a massive 12TB storage capacity, the drive is ideal for organizations requiring scalable storage for file servers, backup and disaster recovery systems, cloud infrastructure, virtualization platforms, data archiving, surveillance systems, and big data workloads. The 7200 RPM rotational speed provides a balanced combination of performance and capacity, making it a cost-effective solution for enterprise storage environments.

The SAS 12Gb/s interface offers high-speed data transfer rates, superior throughput, and enhanced reliability for mission-critical operations. Equipped with a 256MB cache, the drive improves read/write performance, reduces latency, and enhances overall system responsiveness when handling large datasets and intensive workloads.

The 512e (512-byte Emulation) sector format ensures improved storage efficiency while maintaining compatibility with a wide range of enterprise operating systems, applications, and storage platforms. Its hot-pluggable design allows administrators to replace or upgrade drives without shutting down server operations, minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity.

Built to Dell’s stringent enterprise standards, the Dell 400-AXLN hard drive is engineered for continuous 24/7 operation, providing dependable performance, long-term reliability, and scalability for modern 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 Enhanced Read/Write Performance
Hot-Pluggable Design for Seamless 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-AXLN
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 Infrastructure
Virtualization Platforms
Data Archiving and Compliance Storage
Surveillance and Video Storage
Big Data Analytics Environments
Data Center Capacity Expansion