400-BDQT

400-BDQT – Dell 480GB SATA 6Gb/s Read Intensive (RI) 512e Hot-Pluggable Solid State Drive with Hybrid Carrier

The Dell 400-BDQT 480GB Solid State Drive (SSD) with Hybrid Carrier is a dependable enterprise storage solution designed for Dell PowerEdge servers and business-critical IT environments. Featuring a SATA 6Gb/s interface, Read Intensive (RI) workload optimization, 512e sector format, hot-pluggable functionality, and a Dell Hybrid Carrier, this SSD delivers fast data access, low latency, and enterprise-grade reliability for a broad range of server and storage applications.

With a storage capacity of 480GB, the Dell 400-BDQT SSD is ideally suited for virtualization platforms, cloud computing infrastructures, virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI), web hosting services, content delivery networks (CDN), business applications, and read-intensive database environments. Its advanced solid-state architecture eliminates moving mechanical parts, resulting in faster boot times, enhanced application responsiveness, lower power consumption, and improved operational reliability compared to conventional hard disk drives.

Optimized specifically for Read Intensive workloads, the drive is engineered for environments where read operations significantly exceed write activity. This makes it a cost-effective flash storage solution for organizations seeking dependable enterprise performance, operational efficiency, and long-term reliability.

The SATA 6Gb/s interface ensures stable throughput and broad compatibility with Dell PowerEdge servers and enterprise storage systems. The 512e (512-byte Emulation) sector format supports compatibility with modern operating systems, RAID controllers, and storage infrastructures, ensuring seamless integration into existing enterprise environments.

Its hot-pluggable design allows administrators to replace or upgrade drives without shutting down the server, minimizing downtime and simplifying maintenance procedures. The included Dell Hybrid Carrier enhances installation flexibility and ensures smooth deployment in supported Dell server configurations.

Built according to Dell’s stringent enterprise standards, the Dell 400-BDQT SSD is engineered for continuous 24/7 operation, providing dependable performance, scalability, and long-term data integrity.

Model Type

Enterprise Solid State Drive (SSD) — SATA 6Gb/s, Read Intensive (RI), 512e, Hot-Pluggable, Hybrid Carrier

Category

Storage – Enterprise SATA Solid State Drive (SSD)

Key Features
480GB Enterprise SSD Storage Capacity
SATA 6Gb/s High-Speed Interface
Read Intensive (RI) Workload Optimization
512e (512-byte Emulation) Sector Format
Hot-Pluggable Design
Dell Hybrid Carrier Included
Fast Data Access and Low Latency
Enterprise-Class Reliability
Optimized for Dell PowerEdge Servers
Energy-Efficient Flash Storage
Simplified Installation and Maintenance
Designed for Continuous 24/7 Operation
Technical Specifications
Specification Details
Model 400-BDQT
Capacity 480GB
Drive Type Enterprise SSD
Interface SATA 6Gb/s
Workload Type Read Intensive (RI)
Sector Format 512e
Hot-Plug Support Yes
Carrier Type Dell Hybrid Carrier
Data Transfer Rate Up to 6Gb/s
Compatibility Dell PowerEdge Servers
Enterprise Grade Yes
Lead Time 4–6 Business Days
Typical Use Cases
Virtualization Platforms
Cloud Storage Infrastructure
Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)
Content Delivery Networks (CDN)
Read-Intensive Databases
Business Application Servers
Web Hosting Services
Data Warehousing Applications
Backup and Recovery Storage