The Dell 400-AQJD is a 7.68TB SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) solid state drive (SSD) that uses TLC (triple-level cell) NAND flash memory and has a 12 Gbps SAS interface. As a read-intensive SSD, it is optimized for read-heavy workloads, such as boot, log, and data warehousing applications.
It's IOPS (input/output operations per second) can reach up to 275,000 for read operations, and it's sequential read speed is about 1,800 MB/s. The sequential write speed on the other hand is about 1,100 MB/s, and the IOPS for write operation is about 17,000. It's also likely to have an endurance rating of around 3 DWPD(Drive Writes Per Day) with 5 years of warranty. Please note that the actual performance may vary depending on the specific use case and system configuration.
Compatibility of Internal SSDThe Dell 400-AQJD is a SAS (Serial-Attached SCSI) SSD, which means that it is compatible with systems that have a SAS interface. SAS is a high-speed data storage interface that is commonly used in enterprise-class storage systems, servers, and workstations. It is backwards compatible with SATA, so you can use it on systems that have a SAS interface and it will work, but performance may not be optimal.
In terms of hardware compatibility, it should work with any server, workstation or other device that has a SAS 12Gbps host interface and supports the physical dimensions of the drive. It is important to check the specifications of your system to ensure that it supports the SAS interface and has the appropriate power and cooling requirements for the drive.
Software compatibility, you will need to check with your Operating system and any other software that you are running to make sure that they are compatible with the Dell product of SSD. If your software is not compatible with SAS drive, then there may be some modification need to be done.
Additionally, it is important to ensure that your system's firmware and drivers are up to date to ensure optimal performance and compatibility with the Dell model is SSD. Dell may provide specific drivers and firmware that must be used with their drives.
In summary, while this drive is designed to be compatible with SAS interface, it is crucial to ensure that the specific use case or system that you are trying to use this drive is compatible with its capabilities and technical specifications.
ReliabilityThe reliability of the Dell 400-AQJD 7.68TB SAS 12GB/s TLC SSD will depend on several factors, including the specific use case, the environment in which it is used, and how well it is maintained.
SAS SSDs, in general, are known for their high performance and reliability and are commonly used in enterprise environments where data integrity and uptime are critical. The use of SAS interface also ensures a more reliable connection than SATA interface and has more advanced error correction features.
The TLC(triple-level cell) NAND Flash type used in the Dell product is less expensive and more dense than other types of flash memory such as MLC(multi-level cell) and SLC(single-level cell) but it has less write endurance and is less suitable for heavy write workloads.
However, TLC SSDs are more common in read-intensive workloads, as read-intensive SSDs are designed to have a longer lifespan than write-intensive SSDs. Although, it is worth noting that endurance of SSDs are calculated based on certain conditions and assumptions ( mostly for sequential writes) and the actual lifespan in practice may vary.
It is important to keep in mind that proper storage and maintenance of SSDs can greatly improve their reliability and longevity. Adequate cooling, good power management, and avoiding overuse of the drive's write endurance by spreading out writes can help prolong the lifespan of the drive.
As with any hardware component, it's always a good practice to keep a backup of your data and have a disaster recovery plan in place, as no component is completely fail-proof.
General Information about Dell 400-AQJD- Brand Name: Dell
- Model Number or SKU# 400-AQJD
- Type: Solid State Drive (SSD)
- Interface: SAS 12GBPS
- Capacity: 7.68TB Storage
- Form Factor: 2.5 Inch
- SSD Type: MLC
- Sector Size: 512 / 512e
- SSD Endurance DWPD: Enterprise Read Intensive
- Compatible Systems: Dell 13th Gen. R730/T630
- Electrical Interface: SAS-3 Serial Attached SCSI v3 - 12.0GBPS
- Height: 0.63 inch
- Width: 3.10 inch
- Depth: 5.45 inch
- Weight: 1.50 lbs
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