Dell 400-AQFV 400GB MLC SAS 12Gb/s write intensive hot-swappable 2.5-inch solid state drive delivers exceptional write performance, low latency, and enterprise-grade endurance for Dell PowerEdge

400-AQFV – Dell 400GB Multi-Level Cell (MLC) SAS 12Gb/s Write Intensive Hot-Swappable 2.5-Inch Solid State Drive

The Dell 400-AQFV 400GB Solid State Drive (SSD) is a high-end enterprise flash storage solution designed for write-intensive workloads in Dell PowerEdge servers and enterprise storage environments. Featuring a SAS 12Gb/s interface, Multi-Level Cell (MLC) NAND flash technology, Write Intensive (WI) optimization, and hot-swappable functionality, this SSD delivers exceptional write performance, low latency, and superior endurance for mission-critical applications.

Built in a compact 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF), the drive significantly improves application responsiveness, transaction processing speed, and overall system performance compared to traditional hard disk drives. The MLC NAND architecture offers enhanced durability and write endurance, making it ideal for environments with frequent write operations and high I/O demands.

The Write Intensive classification ensures the SSD can handle sustained write workloads, making it particularly suitable for enterprise databases, virtualization infrastructures, online transaction processing (OLTP), financial applications, analytics platforms, and high-performance computing environments.

Its hot-swappable design allows administrators to replace or upgrade drives without shutting down the server, minimizing downtime and ensuring uninterrupted business operations.

Model Type

Internal Enterprise SSD — 2.5″ SAS (12Gb/s, MLC NAND, Write Intensive, Hot-Swappable)

Category

Storage — Enterprise Write Intensive Solid State Drive (SSD)

Key Features
400GB Storage Capacity — Enterprise-grade flash storage
Multi-Level Cell (MLC) NAND Technology — Enhanced endurance and reliability
Write Intensive (WI) Design — Optimized for heavy write workloads
SAS 12Gb/s Interface — High-speed enterprise connectivity
Hot-Swappable Design — Enables maintenance without server downtime
2.5-Inch Small Form Factor — Optimized for dense server deployments
Ultra-Low Latency Performance — Faster response times for critical applications
Enterprise-Class Reliability — Designed for continuous 24/7 operation
Technical Specifications
Specification Details
Model 400-AQFV
Capacity 400GB
Drive Type Solid State Drive (SSD)
Flash Type Multi-Level Cell (MLC) NAND
Interface SAS 12Gb/s
Workload Type Write Intensive (WI)
Form Factor 2.5″ SFF
Feature Hot-Swappable
Compatibility Dell PowerEdge Servers & Storage Systems
Usage Class Enterprise Write Intensive Storage
Lead Time 4–6 Business Days
Typical Use Cases
Enterprise database servers
Online transaction processing (OLTP)
Virtualization platforms
Financial and banking applications
ERP systems
High-performance analytics workloads
Mission-critical enterprise applications