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Rectangular silver 2.5 inch internal SSD with label showing 960GB capacity

DELL

DELL 400-BDQU 960GB 2.5" SATA internal SSD

SKU CH-MT6G-9R8YJ MPN 400-BDQU

A 2.5" 960 GB SATA internal SSD built for read-intensive workloads in compatible Dell PowerEdge servers

  • Total capacity960 GB
  • Interface typeSATA III
  • Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
  • Product typeInternal
  • Intended useConsumer
  • Controller chipDell
  • Read-intensive endurance suited for server workloads
  • 960GB capacity stores large datasets on Dell PowerEdge systems
  • SATA 6Gbps interface delivers up to 600 MB/s transfer speeds
  • 512e disk format ensures compatibility with legacy applications
  • 5-inch form factor fits standard drive bays in listed servers

Dell 960 GB SATA SSD for read-intensive workloads

The Dell D3-S4510 is a 2.5-inch internal solid-state drive with 960 GB capacity and a SATA III 6 Gbps interface. It is built for read-intensive tasks in compatible Dell PowerEdge servers such as the R440, R640, R740 and R940 models. The 512e format ensures broad operating-system compatibility.

Thermals, noise and power draw in normal use

Solid-state construction means no moving parts, so the drive runs silently and generates minimal heat inside the server chassis. Power consumption scales with the SATA link speed and the read-intensive workload profile. No active cooling is required beyond standard server airflow.

Build quality and connector implications

The 2.5-inch form factor fits standard hot-plug drive bays in the listed PowerEdge systems, allowing tool-less installation and replacement during maintenance. A single SATA data and power connector simplifies cabling. Dell validation on the C6420, R6415, R7415, R7425 and R940 platforms confirms mechanical and firmware compatibility for production deployment.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Internal NVMe & SATA SSDs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $1,661.99
Pricier than about 91% of the 1,994 comparable items (median $180.49).
Total capacity 960 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 1,368 items is 1 TB.
Price per TB $1,731.24 per TB
Pricier than about 91% of the 1,362 comparable items (median $165.50 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameDell
Model nameD3-S4510
Total capacity960 GB
Product typeInternal
Intended useConsumer
Storage
Controller chipDell
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA III
Size & build
Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
Shipping weight0.91 kg
Package size178 × 102 × 51 mm

Questions about this item

How do I install the 2.5" SATA drive in a PowerEdge R740 and which step is often missed?

Slide the drive into a hot-swap bay until the carrier clicks, then secure the latch; the step often missed is pressing the release button fully so the latch locks.

What maintenance or replacement will the 960GB read-intensive SSD need later?

Monitor SMART attributes for media wear; replace the drive once the endurance indicator reaches the rated limit for read-intensive workloads.

What limit appears first on the D3-S4510 during sustained sequential writes?

The SATA 6Gbps interface caps sustained throughput, so the 600 MB/s bus ceiling is reached before the flash media saturates.

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