Dell 400-APFZ 900GB 15K RPM SAS 12Gb/s hot-pluggable 2.5-inch hard drive delivers ultra-fast enterprise storage performance and reliable operation for Dell PowerEdge R430 servers. Available with 4–6

400-APFZ – Dell 900GB 15,000 RPM SAS 12Gb/s Hot-Pluggable 2.5-Inch Hard Drive for PowerEdge R430 Server

The Dell 400-APFZ 900GB Hard Drive is a high-performance enterprise storage solution specifically designed for the Dell PowerEdge R430 Server and compatible Dell server platforms. Featuring a SAS 12Gb/s interface, ultra-fast 15,000 RPM spindle speed, and hot-pluggable functionality, this drive delivers exceptional performance, low latency, and enterprise-grade reliability for mission-critical workloads.

Built in a compact 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF), the drive provides 900GB of storage capacity while maximizing input/output performance for demanding applications. The 15K RPM rotational speed significantly reduces access times and improves application responsiveness, making it ideal for enterprise databases, virtualization platforms, ERP systems, financial applications, and transaction-intensive environments.

Its hot-pluggable design allows administrators to replace or upgrade drives without shutting down the server, minimizing downtime and ensuring uninterrupted business operations. Combined with the SAS 12Gb/s interface, the Dell 400-APFZ delivers high-speed connectivity, enhanced data integrity, and dependable performance for enterprise data centers.

Model Type

Internal Enterprise Hard Drive — 2.5″ SAS (12Gb/s, 15K RPM, Hot-Pluggable)

Category

Storage — Enterprise Ultra-Performance Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

Key Features
900GB Storage Capacity — High-speed enterprise storage
15,000 RPM Spindle Speed — Ultra-fast data access and low latency
SAS 12Gb/s Interface — High-speed enterprise connectivity
Hot-Pluggable Design — Enables maintenance without server downtime
2.5-Inch Small Form Factor — Optimized for dense server deployments
Enterprise-Class Reliability — Designed for continuous 24/7 operation
Compatible with Dell PowerEdge R430 Server
Optimized for Mission-Critical Enterprise Applications
Technical Specifications
Specification Details
Model 400-APFZ
Capacity 900GB
Drive Type Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Interface SAS 12Gb/s
Rotational Speed 15,000 RPM
Form Factor 2.5″ SFF
Feature Hot-Pluggable
Compatibility Dell PowerEdge R430 Server & Compatible Dell Systems
Usage Class Enterprise Ultra-Performance Storage
Lead Time 4–6 Business Days
Typical Use Cases
Dell PowerEdge R430 server deployments
Enterprise database servers
High-frequency transaction processing
ERP and financial applications
Virtualization environments
Mission-critical enterprise workloads
Performance-intensive data center applications