Dell 400-APGD 900GB 15K RPM SAS 12Gb/s 512n hot-pluggable 2.5-inch hard drive delivers ultra-fast enterprise storage performance and reliability for Dell PowerEdge C5220 servers. Available with 4–6

400-APGD – Dell 900GB 15,000 RPM SAS 12Gb/s 512n Hot-Pluggable 2.5-Inch Hard Drive for PowerEdge C5220 Server

The Dell 400-APGD 900GB Hard Drive is a high-performance enterprise storage solution specifically designed for the Dell PowerEdge C5220 Server and compatible Dell enterprise systems. Featuring a SAS 12Gb/s interface, ultra-fast 15,000 RPM spindle speed, 512n (512-byte native) sector format, 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 I/O performance for demanding applications. The 15K RPM rotational speed significantly reduces access times and improves responsiveness, making it ideal for enterprise databases, virtualization environments, ERP systems, transaction processing platforms, and analytics workloads.

The 512n sector format ensures compatibility with legacy operating systems and enterprise applications that require traditional 512-byte sectors. Its hot-pluggable design enables administrators to replace or upgrade drives without shutting down the server, minimizing downtime and ensuring continuous business operations.

Designed for 24/7 enterprise operation, the Dell 400-APGD combines high-speed SAS connectivity, enterprise reliability, and optimized compatibility with PowerEdge C5220 server deployments.

Model Type

Internal Enterprise Hard Drive — 2.5″ SAS (12Gb/s, 15K RPM, 512n, 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
512n Sector Format — Supports compatibility with legacy systems and applications
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 C5220 Server
Technical Specifications
Specification Details
Model 400-APGD
Capacity 900GB
Drive Type Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Interface SAS 12Gb/s
Rotational Speed 15,000 RPM
Sector Format 512n (512-byte Native)
Form Factor 2.5″ SFF
Feature Hot-Pluggable
Compatibility Dell PowerEdge C5220 Server & Compatible Dell Systems
Usage Class Enterprise Ultra-Performance Storage
Lead Time 4–6 Business Days
Typical Use Cases
Dell PowerEdge C5220 server deployments
Enterprise database servers
High-frequency transaction processing
ERP and financial applications
Virtualization environments
Analytics platforms
Mission-critical enterprise workloads