DELL 400-AMPL 8TB 7.2K SAS 12Gbps Hard Drive
An 8 TB SAS hard drive spinning at 7.2K rpm with a 12 Gbps interface for hot-plug server storage
- 8 TB capacity stores large data sets
- 2K RPM spindle delivers steady throughput
- 12 Gbps SAS interface enables fast transfers
- Hot-plug design allows drive swaps without downtime
DELL 400-AMPL 8TB SAS Hard Drive
The DELL 400-AMPL is an 8TB hard drive built for servers and storage arrays that use SAS connectivity. It runs at 7.2K RPM and connects through a 12Gbps SAS interface with hot-plug support. This drive suits administrators who need high-capacity, nearline storage for bulk data workloads.
Upgrading from smaller SAS drives
Replacing lower-capacity SAS drives with this 8TB model consolidates storage and reduces the number of spindles required. The jump is worth it when you need more space per bay and your backplane supports 12Gbps SAS. Buyers who need a different interface or higher spindle speeds should look elsewhere.
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- Price $216.99
- Pricier than about 83% of the 256 comparable items (median $60.49).
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Questions about this item
What drive bay size does the 400-AMPL 8TB SAS hard drive require?
The 400-AMPL fits a standard 3.5-inch hot-plug drive bay in compatible Dell PowerEdge servers and storage arrays.
What is the correct way to install the 400-AMPL hot-plug drive, and what step is often missed?
Slide the carrier into the bay until the latch engages fully; the common mistake is not pressing firmly enough to seat the SAS connector completely.
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