Dell 400-AIYX 1TB 7200 RPM SAS 12Gb/s 512N hot-pluggable 2.5-inch hard drive delivers reliable enterprise storage, native sector compatibility, and dependable performance for Dell PowerEdge servers

400-AIYX – Dell 1TB 7200 RPM SAS 12Gb/s 512N 2.5-Inch Hot-Pluggable Hard Drive

The Dell 400-AIYX 1TB SAS Hard Drive is a reliable enterprise storage solution designed for Dell PowerEdge servers and modern data center environments. Featuring a 7,200 RPM spindle speed, SAS 12Gb/s interface, and 512N (512 Native) sector format, this drive delivers dependable performance, efficient data access, and enterprise-grade reliability for business-critical workloads.

Built in a compact 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF), the drive supports high-density server deployments while maximizing storage efficiency and rack space utilization. The 512N sector format provides native 512-byte sectors, ensuring compatibility with enterprise applications, legacy systems, and storage infrastructures that require native sector formatting.

Its hot-pluggable design allows administrators to replace or upgrade drives without shutting down the server, minimizing downtime and ensuring uninterrupted business operations. Designed for continuous 24/7 operation, the Dell 400-AIYX hard drive is ideal for file servers, backup systems, virtualization environments, and general-purpose enterprise storage applications.

Model Type

Internal Enterprise HDD — 2.5″ SAS (12Gb/s, 7.2K RPM, 512N, Hot-Pluggable)

Category

Storage — Enterprise SAS Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

Key Features
1TB Storage Capacity — Reliable storage for enterprise applications and business data
7,200 RPM Spindle Speed — Consistent performance for daily server workloads
SAS 12Gb/s Interface — High-speed enterprise connectivity and throughput
512N Sector Format — Native 512-byte sectors for broad enterprise compatibility
Hot-Pluggable Design — Replace or upgrade drives without system downtime
2.5-Inch SFF Form Factor — Optimized for high-density server deployments
Enterprise-Class Reliability — Designed for continuous 24/7 operation
Cost-Effective Enterprise Storage — Balances capacity, reliability, and performance
Technical Specifications
Specification Details
Model 400-AIYX
Capacity 1TB
Drive Type Internal HDD
Interface SAS 12Gb/s
Sector Format 512N
Spindle Speed 7,200 RPM
Form Factor 2.5″
Hot-Pluggable Yes
Workload Type Enterprise Capacity Storage
Compatibility Dell PowerEdge Servers & Storage Arrays
Lead Time 4–6 Business Days
Typical Use Cases
Enterprise file servers
Backup and recovery systems
Virtualization environments
General-purpose business applications
Cloud storage infrastructure
Departmental storage servers
Capacity-focused data center deployments