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

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

The Dell 400-AZXE 12TB Hard Drive is a high-capacity enterprise storage solution engineered for Dell PowerEdge servers and demanding business environments. Featuring a 7200 RPM spindle speed, SAS 12Gb/s interface, 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 mission-critical workloads.

With a massive 12TB storage capacity, the Dell 400-AZXE is ideally suited for data-intensive applications, cloud infrastructures, virtualization platforms, backup and recovery systems, file servers, and large-scale enterprise storage deployments. It enables organizations to efficiently manage growing data volumes while maintaining dependable access and performance.

The SAS 12Gb/s interface provides high-speed data transfer rates, enhanced reliability, and enterprise-class connectivity for demanding storage environments. Combined with a 256MB cache, the drive improves read/write efficiency, accelerates data access, and optimizes performance for large datasets and multi-user workloads.

Operating at 7200 RPM, the Dell 400-AZXE offers an excellent balance between storage capacity, performance, and energy efficiency. This makes it an ideal choice for nearline storage applications, data repositories, archival systems, and enterprise storage arrays where high-capacity storage is essential.

Its hot-pluggable design allows drives to be replaced or upgraded without shutting down the server, reducing maintenance windows and maximizing system availability. The 3.5-inch form factor maximizes storage density and capacity per drive, helping organizations optimize storage infrastructure while controlling operational costs.

Built to Dell’s rigorous enterprise standards, the Dell 400-AZXE Hard Drive is engineered for continuous 24/7 operation, ensuring long-term reliability, scalability, and consistent performance in enterprise and data center environments.

Model Type

Enterprise Hard Drive (HDD) — SAS 12Gb/s, 7200RPM, 256MB Cache, Hot-Pluggable, 3.5-Inch

Category

Storage – Enterprise SAS Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

Key Features
12TB Enterprise Storage Capacity
SAS 12Gb/s High-Speed Interface
7200 RPM Rotational Speed
256MB Cache Buffer
Hot-Pluggable Design
Enterprise-Class Reliability and Durability
High-Capacity Nearline Storage Solution
Optimized for Dell PowerEdge Servers
Fast and Reliable Data Access
3.5-Inch Large Form Factor
Scalable Enterprise Storage Infrastructure
Designed for Continuous 24/7 Operation
Technical Specifications
Specification Details
Model 400-AZXE
Capacity 12TB
Drive Type Enterprise Hard Drive (HDD)
Interface SAS 12Gb/s
Rotational Speed 7200 RPM
Cache 256MB
Form Factor 3.5-Inch
Hot-Plug Support Yes
Data Transfer Rate Up to 12Gb/s
Compatibility Dell PowerEdge Servers
Enterprise Grade Yes
Lead Time 4–6 Business Days
Typical Use Cases
Enterprise Data Storage
Backup and Recovery Systems
Cloud Infrastructure
Virtualization Platforms
File and Print Servers
Data Warehousing
Big Data Storage Environments
Nearline Storage Applications
Data Center Expansion Projects
Business-Critical Storage Solutions