Dell 400-APGN 900GB 15K RPM SAS 12Gb/s 256MB cache hot-swappable 2.5-inch hard drive delivers ultra-fast enterprise storage performance and reliability for Dell PowerEdge C6420 servers. Available

400-APGN – Dell 900GB 15,000 RPM SAS 12Gb/s 256MB Cache Hot-Swappable 2.5-Inch Hard Drive for PowerEdge C6420 Server

The Dell 400-APGN 900GB Hard Drive is an ultra-high-performance enterprise storage solution engineered for the Dell PowerEdge C6420 Server and compatible Dell enterprise platforms. Featuring a SAS 12Gb/s interface, 15,000 RPM spindle speed, 256MB cache, and hot-swappable functionality, this drive delivers exceptional speed, 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 throughput and application responsiveness. The 15K RPM rotational speed significantly reduces access times and enhances performance for enterprise databases, virtualization platforms, ERP systems, analytics environments, and transaction-intensive applications.

The integrated 256MB cache improves data access efficiency and accelerates frequently accessed operations, resulting in faster application performance and enhanced system responsiveness. Its hot-swappable design enables administrators to replace or upgrade drives without shutting down the server, minimizing downtime and ensuring uninterrupted business operations.

Optimized for Dell PowerEdge C6420 environments, the Dell 400-APGN combines enterprise-class reliability, high-speed SAS connectivity, and advanced performance features to support demanding business and data center applications.

Model Type

Internal Enterprise Hard Drive — 2.5″ SAS (12Gb/s, 15K RPM, 256MB Cache, Hot-Swappable)

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
256MB Cache — Enhanced performance and faster data retrieval
Hot-Swappable 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 C6420 Server
Technical Specifications
Specification Details
Model 400-APGN
Capacity 900GB
Drive Type Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Interface SAS 12Gb/s
Rotational Speed 15,000 RPM
Cache 256MB
Form Factor 2.5″ SFF
Feature Hot-Swappable
Compatibility Dell PowerEdge C6420 Server & Compatible Dell Systems
Usage Class Enterprise Ultra-Performance Storage
Lead Time 4–6 Business Days
Typical Use Cases
Dell PowerEdge C6420 server deployments
Enterprise database servers
High-frequency transaction processing
ERP and financial applications
Virtualization environments
Analytics and business intelligence workloads
Mission-critical enterprise environments