400-AXNU

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

The Dell 400-AXNU 12TB Hard Drive is a high-capacity enterprise storage solution designed for Dell PowerEdge servers and enterprise data center environments. 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 workloads.

With an impressive 12TB storage capacity, the drive is ideal for large-scale data storage applications, including file servers, backup and disaster recovery systems, cloud infrastructure, virtualization environments, media repositories, surveillance storage, and data archiving. The 7200 RPM rotational speed provides an optimal balance between performance, capacity, and energy efficiency, making it suitable for modern enterprise storage deployments.

The SAS 12Gb/s interface ensures high-speed data transfer, superior throughput, and enhanced reliability compared to conventional storage technologies. Equipped with a 256MB cache, the drive accelerates read/write operations, improves response times, and enhances overall system performance during intensive data processing tasks.

The 512e (512-byte Emulation) sector format offers improved storage efficiency while maintaining broad compatibility with enterprise operating systems, applications, and storage infrastructures. Its hot-pluggable design allows administrators to replace or upgrade drives without interrupting server operations, minimizing downtime and simplifying maintenance.

Built to Dell’s stringent enterprise standards, the Dell 400-AXNU hard drive is engineered for continuous 24/7 operation, delivering 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 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 Operation
Technical Specifications
Specification Details
Model 400-AXNU
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 Media Storage
Big Data Analytics Applications
Data Center Storage Expansion