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Silver 2.5 inch SAS hard drive with hot-swap tray

DELL

DELL 400-AIEB 2TB 2.5" SAS 7.2K 12Gb/s Hot Swap internal hard drive

SKU CH-NS3S-0FV27

A 2.5" SAS hard drive with 2TB capacity, 7200 RPM speed and 12Gb/s transfer rate for hot-swap server bays

  • Total capacity2 TB
  • Interface typeSAS 12Gb/s
  • Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
  • Packaging typeBare Drive
  • Rotational speed7,200 RPM
  • Mean latency12Gb/s
  • 2 TB capacity stores large data sets
  • 7200 RPM spindle delivers responsive read and write speeds
  • SAS 12 Gb/s interface enables fast host communication
  • 5 inch form factor fits dense server bays
  • Hot-swap tray allows drive replacement without system downtime

Capacity and interface

This 2TB 2.5" SAS drive is built for Dell servers and storage arrays that require hot-swap capability. It suits administrators who need reliable midline capacity in a compact form factor.

Upgrade path

It replaces older 2.5" SAS drives running at 6Gb/s or lower spindle speeds when a 12Gb/s interface and 7200 RPM are required. The jump is worth it when the backplane and controller support 12Gb/s throughput.

Sustained workload behaviour

The 7200 RPM spindle delivers consistent sequential throughput for bulk storage, logging and backup workloads. Hot-swap support allows drive replacement without powering down the enclosure during sustained operation.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in 3.5-Inch Internal Desktop HDDs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $309.99
Pricier than about 83% of the 4,938 comparable items (median $107.99).
Total capacity 2 TB
Typical for this category: the median of 2,372 items is 2 TB.
Price per TB $155.00 per TB
Pricier than about 73% of the 2,365 comparable items (median $62.21 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameDell
Model name400-AIEB
Total capacity2 TB
Performance
Rotational speed7,200 RPM
Mean latency12Gb/s
Ports & slots
Interface typeSAS 12Gb/s
Size & build
Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)

Questions about this item

What drive bay size and tray type does the 2.5 inch 400-AIEB need?

It fits a 2.5 inch hot-swap bay with the included carrier tray.

How is the 12Gb/s SAS drive installed, and which step is often missed?

Slide the tray into the bay until the latch clicks, then verify the SAS connector seats fully.

What ongoing care does the 7200 RPM SAS drive require?

Monitor SMART health and keep the chassis airflow clear of dust buildup.

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