Dell 400-APSL 300GB 15K RPM SAS 12Gb/s 512n hot-pluggable 2.5-inch hard drive delivers ultra-fast enterprise storage performance, low latency, and reliable operation for Dell PowerEdge servers and

400-APSL – Dell 300GB 15,000 RPM SAS 12Gb/s 2.5-Inch 512n Hot-Pluggable Hard Drive

The Dell 400-APSL 300GB Hard Drive is a high-performance enterprise storage solution designed for Dell PowerEdge servers and mission-critical data center environments. 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 demanding business applications.

Built in a compact 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF), the drive provides 300GB 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, ERP systems, virtualization platforms, transaction processing environments, and other performance-sensitive workloads.

The 512n sector format ensures compatibility with legacy operating systems and enterprise applications that require traditional 512-byte sectors. 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-APSL combines enterprise durability, high-speed SAS connectivity, and dependable performance to support mission-critical applications and modern data center infrastructures.

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
300GB 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
Optimized for Mission-Critical Enterprise Applications
Technical Specifications
Specification Details
Model 400-APSL
Capacity 300GB
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 Servers & Storage Systems
Usage Class Enterprise Ultra-Performance Storage
Lead Time 4–6 Business Days
Typical Use Cases
Enterprise database servers
High-frequency transaction processing
ERP and financial applications
Virtualization environments
Analytics platforms
Data center infrastructure
Mission-critical enterprise workloads