401-ABIY – Dell 1.8TB 10000RPM SAS 12Gb/s 512e 2.5-Inch Hot-Swappable Hard Drive
The Dell 401-ABIY 1.8TB Hard Drive is a high-performance enterprise storage solution designed for Dell PowerEdge servers and mission-critical business applications. Featuring a 1.8TB storage capacity, 10000 RPM spindle speed, SAS 12Gb/s interface, 512e (512 Emulation) sector format, hot-swappable functionality, and a compact 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF), this hard drive delivers exceptional speed, reliability, and scalability for demanding enterprise workloads.
Engineered for environments that require rapid data access and consistent performance, the Dell 401-ABIY is ideal for enterprise databases, virtualization platforms, ERP and CRM applications, cloud infrastructure, online transaction processing (OLTP), and business-critical systems. The 10000 RPM rotational speed provides faster response times, lower latency, and improved I/O performance compared to standard enterprise drives.
The SAS 12Gb/s interface delivers enterprise-class bandwidth, dual-port connectivity, enhanced fault tolerance, and superior reliability. Designed for high-availability environments, SAS technology provides greater throughput and scalability than SATA-based storage solutions, making it the preferred choice for mission-critical server infrastructures and data centers.
The 512e (512 Emulation) sector format combines advanced-format drive technology with compatibility for legacy operating systems, RAID controllers, and storage platforms. This ensures seamless deployment while supporting efficient storage management and optimal performance.
The hot-swappable design allows administrators to replace or upgrade drives without shutting down the server, minimizing downtime and maintaining continuous operations. This feature is especially important in enterprise environments where uptime and system availability are critical.
Built to Dell’s stringent enterprise standards, the Dell 401-ABIY hard drive is engineered for continuous 24/7 operation, providing long-term durability, dependable performance, and data integrity for enterprise and data center deployments.
Model Type
Enterprise Hard Disk Drive (HDD) — SAS 12Gb/s, 10000RPM, 512e, Hot-Swappable, 2.5-Inch SFF
Category
Storage – Enterprise Performance SAS Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Key Features
1.8TB Enterprise Storage Capacity
SAS 12Gb/s High-Speed Interface
10000 RPM Rotational Speed
512e (512 Emulation) Sector Format
2.5-Inch Small Form Factor (SFF)
Hot-Swappable Design
Dual-Port SAS Connectivity
High IOPS Performance
Low-Latency Data Access
Enterprise-Class Reliability
Optimized for Dell PowerEdge Servers
Designed for Continuous 24/7 Operation
Technical Specifications
Specification Details
Model 401-ABIY
Capacity 1.8TB
Drive Type Enterprise HDD
Interface SAS 12Gb/s
Rotational Speed 10000 RPM
Sector Format 512e
Form Factor 2.5-Inch SFF
Hot-Swap Support Yes
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
Virtualization Platforms
ERP and CRM Applications
Online Transaction Processing (OLTP)
Financial Services Systems
Cloud Computing Infrastructure
Business-Critical Applications
High-Performance Computing (HPC)
Data Center Storage Environments
Mission-Critical Enterprise Workloads