Dell is a multinational computer technology company that provides a wide range of computing products, including servers, laptops, and desktops. The Dell 400-APFZ is a storage drive that is designed for high-performance computing applications. In this article, we will take a closer look at the Dell 400-APFZ 900GB 15K RPM SAS 12GBPS 256MB 512n 2.5inch In 3.5inch Hybrid Carrier, explaining each component of the drive and its significance.
Dell 400-APFZ Specifications- Capacity: 900GB
The Dell 400-APFZ has a storage capacity of 900GB. This means that the drive can store up to 900GB of data. The capacity is suitable for high-performance computing applications that require large amounts of storage.
- RPM: 15,000
The RPM (revolutions per minute) of a hard drive determines how fast the drive can read and write data. The Dell 400-APFZ has an RPM of 15,000, which is higher than the average hard drive RPM. This means that the drive can read and write data faster, making it suitable for high-performance computing applications that require fast data access.
- SAS: 12GBPS
The Dell 400-APFZ uses a SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface, which is a high-speed interface for storage devices. The drive has a SAS speed of 12GBPS (gigabits per second), which is a high speed compared to the average hard drive speed. This means that the drive can transfer data at a faster rate, making it suitable for high-performance computing applications that require fast data transfer.
- Cache: 256MB
The cache is a small amount of memory on the hard drive that stores frequently accessed data. The Dell 400-APFZ has a cache of 256MB, which is a high amount compared to the average hard drive cache. This means that the drive can access frequently accessed data faster, making it suitable for high-performance computing applications that require fast data access.
- 512n Format
The 512n format is a data storage format that uses 512-byte sectors. This format is commonly used for hard drives, and it provides a good balance between storage capacity and performance.
- 2.5inch In 3.5inch Hybrid Carrier
The Dell 400-APFZ comes in a 2.5inch in 3.5inch hybrid carrier. This means that the drive is designed to fit in both 2.5inch and 3.5inch drive bays. The hybrid carrier allows the drive to be used in a wider range of systems, making it more versatile.
Applications of Dell 400-APFZThe Dell 400-APFZ is designed for high-performance computing applications that require fast data access and transfer. Some of the applications that can benefit from the Dell 400-APFZ include:
- Database servers: Database servers require fast data access and transfer to provide efficient data storage and retrieval.
- Virtualization: Virtualization requires fast data access and transfer to provide efficient virtual machine operations.
- High-performance computing: High-performance computing requires fast data access and transfer to provide efficient computing operations.
- Manufacturer : Dell
- Model Number or SKU# 400-APFZ
- Product Type: Hybrid Carrier
- Device Type : Hard Drive With Tray - Hot-swap
- Form Factor : 2.5(in 3.5inch Hybrid Carrier)
- Capacity : 900 GB
- Interface Type : SAS 12GBPS
- Drive Transfer Rate : 1200 MBPS (external)
- Spindle Speed : 15000 RPM
- Cache : 256 MB
- Interfaces : 1 X SAS 12GBPS
- Compatible Bays : 1 X Hot-swap - 2.5(in 3.5inch Hybrid Carrier)
Depth : 3.9 Inch
Height : 0.6 Inch
Weight : 0.50 lbs
Compatibility
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