Dell 400-APCG 480GB MLC SATA 6Gb/s read intensive hot-swappable 2.5-inch solid state drive delivers reliable enterprise flash storage, low latency, and enhanced endurance for Dell PowerEdge servers.

400-APCG – Dell 480GB Multi-Level Cell (MLC) SATA 6Gb/s Read Intensive Hot-Swappable 2.5-Inch Solid State Drive

The Dell 400-APCG 480GB Read Intensive Solid State Drive (SSD) is an enterprise-grade storage solution designed for Dell PowerEdge servers and modern data center environments. Featuring a SATA 6Gb/s interface, Multi-Level Cell (MLC) NAND flash technology, Read Intensive (RI) workload optimization, and hot-swappable functionality, this SSD delivers reliable flash performance, low latency, and excellent endurance for read-focused enterprise applications.

Built in a compact 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF), the drive significantly improves application responsiveness and data access speeds compared to traditional hard disk drives. The MLC NAND architecture provides enhanced durability and long-term reliability, while the Read Intensive classification makes it ideal for workloads where read operations significantly outweigh write operations.

Its hot-swappable design allows administrators to replace or upgrade drives without shutting down the server, minimizing downtime and ensuring uninterrupted business operations. With 480GB of flash storage capacity, the Dell 400-APCG SSD is well-suited for web hosting, content delivery, virtualization, cloud infrastructure, business applications, and read-intensive databases.

Model Type

Internal Enterprise SSD — 2.5″ SATA (6Gb/s, MLC NAND, Read Intensive, Hot-Swappable)

Category

Storage — Enterprise Read Intensive Solid State Drive (SSD)

Key Features
480GB Storage Capacity — Reliable enterprise flash storage
Multi-Level Cell (MLC) NAND Technology — Enhanced endurance and reliability
Read Intensive (RI) Workload Rating — Optimized for read-heavy applications
SATA 6Gb/s Interface — Cost-effective and widely compatible connectivity
Hot-Swappable Design — Enables maintenance without server downtime
2.5-Inch Small Form Factor — Optimized for dense server deployments
Low Latency Performance — Faster access than traditional HDDs
Enterprise-Class Reliability — Designed for continuous 24/7 operation
Technical Specifications
Specification Details
Model 400-APCG
Capacity 480GB
Drive Type Solid State Drive (SSD)
Flash Type Multi-Level Cell (MLC) NAND
Interface SATA 6Gb/s
Workload Type Read Intensive (RI)
Form Factor 2.5″ SFF
Feature Hot-Swappable
Compatibility Dell PowerEdge Servers & Storage Systems
Usage Class Enterprise Read Intensive Storage
Lead Time 4–6 Business Days
Typical Use Cases
Web hosting platforms
Content delivery systems
Virtualization environments
Cloud infrastructure deployments
Business applications
Read-intensive databases
General-purpose enterprise storage