401-ABDF

401-ABDF – Dell 1.2TB 10000RPM SAS 12Gb/s SED 512n 3.5-Inch Hard Drive

The Dell 401-ABDF 1.2TB Hard Drive is a secure, high-performance enterprise storage solution engineered for Dell PowerEdge servers and mission-critical business environments. Featuring a 10000 RPM spindle speed, SAS 12Gb/s interface, Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) technology, 512n (512 Native) sector format, and a 3.5-inch Large Form Factor (LFF), this hard drive delivers exceptional performance, advanced data security, and enterprise-grade reliability.

With a storage capacity of 1.2TB, the Dell 401-ABDF hard drive is ideally suited for enterprise databases, virtualization platforms, ERP and CRM applications, online transaction processing (OLTP), financial systems, healthcare environments, government organizations, and other security-sensitive workloads. Its high rotational speed ensures rapid data access and consistent performance for demanding applications.

The integrated Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) technology automatically encrypts all data written to the drive, protecting sensitive information from unauthorized access and helping organizations meet internal security policies and regulatory compliance requirements. Hardware-based encryption operates transparently without impacting system performance, ensuring secure and efficient data protection.

The SAS 12Gb/s interface provides enterprise-class bandwidth, dual-port connectivity, enhanced fault tolerance, and superior scalability. Compared to SATA-based storage, SAS technology delivers higher throughput, improved reliability, and greater availability, making it the preferred choice for mission-critical server infrastructures.

Operating at 10000 RPM, the drive delivers fast data retrieval, low latency, and improved I/O performance. The 512n (512 Native) sector format ensures compatibility with modern operating systems, RAID controllers, and enterprise storage platforms while supporting efficient data handling.

Built according to Dell’s rigorous enterprise standards, the Dell 401-ABDF hard drive is engineered for continuous 24/7 operation, providing dependable performance, long-term durability, data integrity, and advanced security for enterprise and data center deployments.

Model Type

Enterprise Self-Encrypting Hard Disk Drive (SED HDD) — SAS 12Gb/s, 10000RPM, 512n, 3.5-Inch LFF

Category

Storage – Enterprise Secure SAS Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

Key Features
1.2TB Enterprise Storage Capacity
SAS 12Gb/s High-Speed Interface
10000 RPM Rotational Speed
Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) Technology
512n (512 Native) Sector Format
3.5-Inch Large Form Factor (LFF)
Automatic Hardware-Based Encryption
Dual-Port SAS Connectivity
High IOPS Performance
Enterprise-Class Reliability
Optimized for Dell PowerEdge Servers
Designed for Continuous 24/7 Operation
Technical Specifications
Specification Details
Model 401-ABDF
Capacity 1.2TB
Drive Type Enterprise Secure HDD
Interface SAS 12Gb/s
Rotational Speed 10000 RPM
Security Features Self-Encrypting Drive (SED)
Sector Format 512n
Form Factor 3.5-Inch LFF
Data Transfer Rate Up to 12Gb/s
Compatibility Dell PowerEdge Servers
Enterprise Grade Yes
Dual-Port Support Yes
Technology Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Lead Time 4–6 Business Days
Typical Use Cases
Enterprise Database Servers
Financial Services Applications
Government and Public Sector Systems
Healthcare Information Systems
Virtualization Platforms
ERP and CRM Applications
Online Transaction Processing (OLTP)
Secure Data Storage Environments
Regulatory Compliance Deployments
Mission-Critical Enterprise Workloads