Dell 400-AWYF 12TB Nearline SAS 12Gb/s 3.5" LFF 7.2K 512e HDD

Introducing the Dell 400-AWYF 12TB Nearline SAS 12Gb/s 3.5" LFF 7.2K 512e HDD, a high-capacity hard drive designed to meet the demanding storage needs of enterprise environments. Ideal for use in data centers and server farms, this drive is compatible with a range of Dell systems, including Dell PowerEdge and Dell PowerVault servers. Whether you need reliable nearline storage for backups, archiving, or less frequently accessed data, this HDD offers a perfect balance of capacity, speed, and durability.

Let’s take a closer look at the key specifications that make this drive a solid choice for your storage infrastructure:

• Brand: Dell – ensuring quality and compatibility with Dell systems
• Capacity: 12TB – ample space for large datasets and extensive backups
• Hot-Swappable: Yes – allows for easy replacement or upgrades without downtime
• Spindle Speed: 7,200 RPM – balances performance and power consumption
• Interface Type: SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) – provides high-speed, reliable connectivity
• Data Transfer Rate: 12Gb/s – supports fast data access and transfer rates
• Workload: Nearline (NL) – optimized for less frequent access but high capacity needs
• Sector Size: 512e – compatible with most operating systems and storage controllers
• Form Factor: 3.5" Large Form Factor (LFF) – standard size for enterprise server bays

This Dell 12TB Nearline SAS HDD is engineered to provide dependable storage performance with the convenience of hot-swapping and compatibility with key Dell server models, making it an excellent choice for expanding your server’s storage capacity efficiently and reliably.