Description
Introduction: Understanding the Technical Jargon
The description “400-AVPD Dell 1.2TB 10K RPM SAS 12GBPS 512N 2.5inch In 3.5inch Hybrid Carrier Form Factor Hot Plug Hard Drive with Hybrid Tray” might seem like a bunch of technical jargon, but it is actually a description of a type of computer hard drive. In this article, we will break down each of the technical terms and explain what they mean, so you can have a better understanding of this type of hard drive.
1.2TB: Storage Capacity
The next term, “1.2TB,” refers to the storage capacity of the hard drive. In this case, the hard drive has a storage capacity of 1.2 terabytes (TB). This means that it can store up to 1.2 trillion bytes of data.
10K RPM: Rotations Per Minute
The term “10K RPM” refers to the speed at which the hard drive spins. RPM stands for “rotations per minute,” and it refers to how many times the hard drive platters (the disks inside the hard drive that store the data) spin in one minute. In this case, the hard drive spins at a speed of 10,000 RPM.
SAS: Serial Attached SCSI
The term “SAS” stands for “Serial Attached SCSI.” SAS is a type of interface that connects the hard drive to the rest of the computer. It is used in enterprise-level storage systems because it provides faster data transfer speeds and better reliability than other interfaces.
12GBPS: Data Transfer Rate
The term “12GBPS” refers to the data transfer rate of the hard drive. It stands for “12 gigabits per second,” which means that the hard drive can transfer data at a speed of 12 billion bits per second.
512N: Sector Size
The term “512N” refers to the sector size of the hard drive. A sector is the smallest unit of data that can be read or written on a hard drive. The sector size determines how much data can be stored in each sector. In this case, the sector size is 512 bytes.
Hybrid Carrier Form Factor
The term “2.5inch In 3.5inch Hybrid Carrier Form Factor” refers to the physical size and shape of the hard drive. It means that the hard drive has a 2.5-inch form factor, which is the size of most laptop hard drives. However, it comes with a 3.5-inch hybrid carrier form factor, which allows it to fit into a desktop computer or server that uses a 3.5-inch drive bay. The hybrid carrier form factor also provides additional shock protection for the hard drive.
Hot Plug: Easy Installation
The term “Hot Plug” refers to a feature of the hard drive that allows it to be installed or removed from a computer while the computer is still running. This makes it easy to replace a faulty hard drive without having to shut down the computer.
Additional Protection
Finally, the term “Hard Drive with Hybrid Tray” refers to the fact that the hard drive comes with a hybrid tray. This is a special tray that provides additional shock protection for the hard drive, which helps to prevent data loss or damage if the hard drive is bumped or dropped.
Main Specification about the Dell 400-AVPD
- Manufacturer: Dell
- Part Number or SKU# 400-AVPD
- Product Type : Hybrid Hard Drive With Tray
Technical Information
- Storage Capacity : 1.2 TB
- Interface : SAS 12GB/S
- Form Factor : 2.5 Inch In 3.5inch Hybrid Carrier
- Features : Advanced Format 512N
Performance
- Data Transfer Rate: 1200 MBPS External
- Spindle Speed : 10K RPM
Expansion / Connectivity
- Interfaces : 1X SAS 12GB/S
- Compatible Bays : 1X Hot Plug 2.5inch In 3.5inch Hybrid Carrier
Dimension and Weight
- Width : 2.8 Inch
- Depth : 3.9 Inch
- Height : 0.6 Inch
- Weight : 0.50 lbs
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