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2.5 inch SAS enterprise hard drive bare unit

DELL

DELL 400-AJPX 1.2TB 2.5" SAS 12Gb/s 10000 RPM internal hard drive

SKU CH-KSVY-HWPAW

A 1.2 TB SAS internal drive with a 10,000 RPM spindle for enterprise storage

  • Total capacity1.2 TB
  • Interface typeSAS 12Gb/s
  • Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
  • Packaging typeBare Drive
  • Rotational speed10,000 RPM
  • Mean latency12Gb/s
  • 2 TB capacity stores large enterprise datasets
  • 10000 RPM spindle speed accelerates data access
  • SAS 12Gb/s interface delivers high-throughput connectivity
  • 5 inch form factor fits dense server bays
  • Hot-swap support enables drive replacement without downtime

Dell 400-AJPX 1.2TB Enterprise Drive

The Dell 400-AJPX is a 1.2TB 2.5-inch internal hard drive built for enterprise storage arrays. It connects through a SAS 12Gb/s interface and spins at 10000 RPM to deliver consistent performance in demanding workloads. The bare-drive package is designed for hot-swap bays in compatible Dell servers and storage systems.

Suited for high-IOPS enterprise workloads

This drive fits administrators who need 10K spindle speed and SAS connectivity for transaction-heavy applications or database tiers. It is not intended for desktop PCs or consumer enclosures that lack a 12Gb/s SAS backplane and hot-swap capability. Buyers requiring larger capacities should consider other models in the same enterprise line.

SAS 12Gb/s interface requirement

The single specification that determines compatibility is the SAS 12Gb/s interface; the drive will only operate in systems with a matching SAS controller or backplane. Verify that your server or storage chassis supports 2.5-inch hot-swap SAS drives before purchase.

How it compares

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

Price $70.99
Cheaper than about 64% of the 4,938 comparable items (median $107.99).
Total capacity 1.2 TB
Lower than about 58% of the 2,372 comparable items (median 2 TB).
Price per TB $59.16 per TB
Typical for this category: the median of 2,365 items is $62.21 per TB.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameDell
Model name400-AJPX
Total capacity1.2 TB
Recommended useFor Enterprise Storage
Performance
Rotational speed10,000 RPM
Mean latency12Gb/s
Ports & slots
Interface typeSAS 12Gb/s
Size & build
Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)

Questions about this item

How do I install the 2.5" SAS drive in a hot-swap bay and what step is often missed?

Slide the drive into the bay until the SAS connector seats firmly; the step often missed is pushing far enough for the latch to click, which secures both data and power contacts.

What maintenance or replacement will the 10000 RPM drive need later?

The mechanical spindle and bearings wear over time; plan to replace the drive once SMART reallocated-sector counts rise or after the rated service life for enterprise workloads.

What limit appears first on the 12Gb/s SAS interface during sustained writes?

The 10000 RPM spindle caps sustained throughput well below the 12Gb/s link ceiling, so mechanical media speed becomes the bottleneck before the interface saturates.

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