Dell 400-AQSQ 480GB MLC SAS 12Gb/s hot-swappable read intensive 2.5-inch solid state drive with 3.5-inch hybrid carrier delivers fast performance, low latency, and enterprise-grade reliability for

400-AQSQ – Dell 480GB Multi-Level Cell (MLC) SAS 12Gb/s Hot-Swappable Read Intensive 2.5-Inch Solid State Drive with 3.5-Inch Hybrid Carrier

The Dell 400-AQSQ 480GB Solid State Drive (SSD) is a high-performance enterprise flash storage solution designed for read-intensive workloads in Dell PowerEdge servers and enterprise storage environments. Featuring a SAS 12Gb/s interface, Multi-Level Cell (MLC) NAND flash technology, Read Intensive (RI) optimization, hot-swappable functionality, and a 3.5-inch hybrid carrier, this SSD delivers fast data access, low latency, and enterprise-grade reliability for business-critical applications.

Built with a 2.5-inch SSD mounted in a 3.5-inch hybrid carrier, the Dell 400-AQSQ provides seamless compatibility with servers utilizing 3.5-inch drive bays while retaining the performance advantages of enterprise flash storage. The SAS 12Gb/s interface ensures high-bandwidth connectivity, superior data integrity, and consistent performance for demanding enterprise environments.

The MLC NAND architecture offers enhanced endurance and reliability compared to standard consumer-grade flash storage, making this SSD ideal for virtualization environments, cloud infrastructure, enterprise file servers, content management systems, business intelligence applications, and read-heavy databases. With a 480GB storage capacity, organizations can efficiently manage frequently accessed data while maintaining optimal storage performance.

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, Read Intensive, Hot-Swappable) with 3.5″ Hybrid Carrier

Category

Storage — Enterprise Read Intensive Solid State Drive (SSD)

Key Features
480GB Storage Capacity — Enterprise-grade flash storage
Multi-Level Cell (MLC) NAND Technology — Enhanced endurance and reliability
Read Intensive (RI) Design — Optimized for read-heavy workloads
SAS 12Gb/s Interface — High-speed enterprise connectivity
Hot-Swappable Design — Enables maintenance without server downtime
3.5-Inch Hybrid Carrier Included — Compatible with 3.5-inch drive bay servers
Low Latency Performance — Faster access to frequently used data
Enterprise-Class Reliability — Designed for continuous 24/7 operation
Technical Specifications
Specification Details
Model 400-AQSQ
Capacity 480GB
Drive Type Solid State Drive (SSD)
Flash Type Multi-Level Cell (MLC) NAND
Interface SAS 12Gb/s
Workload Type Read Intensive (RI)
SSD Form Factor 2.5″ SFF
Carrier Type 3.5″ Hybrid Carrier
Feature Hot-Swappable
Compatibility Dell PowerEdge Servers & Storage Systems
Usage Class Enterprise Read Intensive Storage
Lead Time 4–6 Business Days
Typical Use Cases
Virtualization environments
Cloud infrastructure deployments
Enterprise file servers
Content management systems
Business intelligence and analytics platforms
Read-intensive databases
Web hosting platforms