Description
Product Information
The 400-BBFD Dell 1.2TB 10K RPM SAS-12GBPS 512N 2.5Inch Form Factor Hot-Plug Hard Drive with Tray is a data storage device designed for use in PowerEdge servers. In this article, we will explain in detail what each of these terms means and how they relate to the performance and compatibility of the hard drive.
Form Factor
The form factor of a hard drive refers to its physical size and shape. The 400-BBFD Dell hard drive has a 2.5-inch form factor, which is smaller than the standard 3.5-inch form factor of most desktop hard drives. This smaller size is necessary to fit inside a server chassis, which is typically more compact than a desktop computer case.
Hot-Plug
A hot-pluggable hard drive is one that can be added or removed from a server while it is still running. This is useful for maintenance and upgrades, as it allows technicians to swap out faulty drives without having to power down the entire server. The 400-BBFD Dell hard drive is hot-pluggable, which means that it can be removed or installed without disrupting the operation of the server.
SAS Interface
The 400-BBFD Dell hard drive uses a SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface to communicate with the server. SAS is a high-speed data transfer protocol that is commonly used in enterprise storage systems. The 12Gbps transfer rate of this hard drive ensures that data can be quickly read from or written to the disk.
RPM
RPM (Rotations Per Minute) is a measure of how quickly the disk inside the hard drive spins. The 400-BBFD Dell hard drive has a rotation speed of 10,000 RPM, which is faster than most consumer-grade hard drives. This faster rotation speed allows data to be read and written more quickly, which is important in a server environment where performance is critical.
Capacity
The 400-BBFD Dell hard drive has a capacity of 1.2TB, which means that it can store up to 1.2 terabytes of data. This is a significant amount of storage and is suitable for a variety of applications, including databases, virtual machines, and file servers.
512N Format
The 400-BBFD Dell hard drive uses a 512N format, which refers to the sector size of the disk. Most modern hard drives use a 4K sector size, but some enterprise systems still require the older 512-byte sector size. The 512N format ensures that the hard drive is compatible with a wide range of server systems.
Tray
The hard drive comes with a tray that is designed to fit into the hot-swap drive bays of PowerEdge servers. The tray provides a secure and easy-to-use mounting solution for the hard drive, ensuring that it stays in place even during operation.
In Summary, the 400-BBFD Dell 1.2TB 10K RPM SAS-12GBPS 512N 2.5Inch Form Factor Hot-Plug Hard Drive with Tray is a high-performance storage device that is designed for use in PowerEdge servers. Its small form factor, high-speed SAS interface, fast rotation speed, and large capacity make it an ideal choice for a wide range of server applications. The hot-pluggable design and compatibility with a range
General Information about the Dell 400-BBFD
- Manufacturer: Dell
- Part Number or SKU# 400-BBFD
- Product Type: Hard Disk Drive
- Product Name: 1.2TB 10K RPM SAS 12GBPS
Technical Information
- Storage Capacity : 1.2 TB
- Interface : SAS 12GB/S
- Form Factor : 2.5 Inch(In 3.5inch Hot-Plug Hybrid Carrier)
- Features : Advanced Format 512n
Performance
- Data Transfer Rate: 1200 Mbps External
- Spindle Speed : 10K RPM
Expansion / Connectivity
- Interfaces : 1 X SAS 12GB/S
- Compatible Bays : 1 X Hot-Swap – 2.5inch(In 3.5inch Hot-Plug Hybrid Carrier)
Dimension and Weight
- Width : 2.8 Inch
- Depth : 3.9 Inch
- Height : 0.6 Inch
- Weight : 0.50 lbs
Compatibility
- Poweredge T440
- Poweredge T640
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