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Silver 2.5 inch Dell SAS hard drive with label showing 2.4TB 10K RPM

DELL

DELL 400-AVBX 2.4TB 10K RPM SAS 12Gb/s 512e 2.5" internal hard drive

SKU CH-PV36-GCCV4

2.4 TB SAS hard drive spins at 10,000 RPM with a 12 Gb/s interface for fast data access

  • Total capacity2.4 TB
  • Interface typeSAS 12Gb/s
  • Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
  • 4TB capacity stores large datasets
  • 10K RPM spindle speed enables fast disk access
  • SAS 12Gb/s interface delivers high data transfer rates
  • 512e format works with Windows 2008R2 or greater and some Linux
  • 5 inch hot-plug form factor fits compatible drive bays

2.4TB SAS 12Gb/s 10K RPM Drive

This 2.4TB internal hard drive uses a SAS 12Gb/s interface and spins at 10000 RPM. It is built for servers and storage arrays that require consistent throughput and hot-plug capability. The 512e sector format helps compatibility with modern operating systems. It suits administrators expanding capacity in supported Dell systems.

SAS 12Gb/s Interface Limits

The SAS 12Gb/s link tops out at 12 Gb/s per lane, so real-world throughput depends on the backplane, controller and cable quality. VMware environments cannot use 512e or 4Kn drives, which rules out this model for vSphere datastores. Windows versions before 2008R2 and some Linux kernels also lack 512e support. Buyers needing VMware-certified storage should look elsewhere.

512e Sector Format Decides Fit

The single specification that determines whether this drive works is the 512e sector format. It requires Windows 2008R2 or newer, UEFI boot for 4Kn drives, or a Linux kernel with 512e support. If the target OS or hypervisor does not meet those requirements the drive will not be recognised. Verify the software stack 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 $129.99
Pricier than about 55% of the 4,938 comparable items (median $107.99).
Total capacity 2.4 TB
Typical for this category: the median of 2,372 items is 2 TB.
Price per TB $54.16 per TB
Cheaper than about 57% of the 2,365 comparable items (median $62.21 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameDell
Total capacity2.4 TB
Ports & slots
Interface typeSAS 12Gb/s
Size & build
Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)

Questions about this item

Should I choose the 2.4TB 10K RPM SAS drive or a different capacity for my Dell server?

This model provides 2.4TB of storage with a 10,000 RPM spindle speed and SAS 12Gb/s interface. It uses 512e formatting. Select it when you need that specific capacity and performance combination for compatible Dell systems.

What does the 10K RPM speed mean for real-world performance in my system?

The 10,000 RPM spindle speed delivers fast disk access for demanding workloads. It reduces latency and supports high IOPS for database, virtualization, and transactional applications running on supported hardware.

What does the SAS 12Gb/s interface cap at in practice?

The SAS 12Gb/s interface supports up to 12Gb/s data transfer rates. Actual throughput depends on your controller, backplane, and cabling. The drive is hot-plug capable for 2.5-inch bays in compatible Dell servers.

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