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Dell 400-AWIP 12TB 7.2K NLSAS 12Gbps 3.5 HDD

Name: Dell 400-AWIP 12TB 7.2K NLSAS 12Gbps 3.5 HDD
Brand: Dell
SKU: 400-AWIP
Price: 498 USD
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MPN: 400-AWIP·By: Dell

Part #:400-AWIPRefurbishedIn stock

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Product overview

The Dell 400-AWIP is a 12TB nearline SAS hard drive engineered for enterprise data center and server storage applications. It features a 7.2K RPM spindle speed, 12Gbps SAS interface, and 512e sector format, delivering balanced performance and capacity for high-volume storage environments. The 3.5-inch hot-plug form factor enables seamless installation and replacement without system downtime. With 256MB cache and self-encrypting drive capability, the 400-AWIP provides reliable, secure storage suitable for archival, backup, and general-purpose datacenter workloads. This drive is compatible with Dell PowerEdge and PowerVault systems, making it an ideal choice for IT procurement teams standardizing on Dell infrastructure.

12TB capacity with 7.2K RPM for balanced storage and performance
12Gbps SAS interface for high-speed enterprise data transfer
3.5-inch hot-plug form factor for field replacement without downtime
512e sector format for legacy and modern system compatibility
Self-encrypting drive with hardware-level data security
Nearline workload rating for 24/7 datacenter and archival use

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	400-AWIP
Brand	Dell
Condition	Refurbished
Model	400-AWIP
Series	Generation 14
Capacity	12TB
Hot Plug	Yes
Drive Type	NLSAS
Generation	14G
Buffer Size	256MB
Drive Class	NL SAS
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Product Line	Generation 14
Product Type	Enterprise Hard Drive
Helium Filled	Yes
Compatible Bays	3.5-inch hot-swap bays
Bytes per Sector	512e
Rotational Speed	7200 RPM
Compatible Servers	PowerEdge C6420, R440, R540, R640, R740, R740xd, R6415, R7415, R7425
PowerBalance Feature	Yes

Performance

MTBF	2.5M-hr
Seek Time Read	8.0ms
Average Latency	4.16ms
Seek Time Write	8.6ms
Sustained Transfer Rate Read	243MB/s
Sustained Transfer Rate Write	255MB/s

Power Consumption

Power Consumption Idle	7.45 W
Power Consumption Active	11.7 W

Networking Ports & Interfaces

Interface	SAS 12Gbps

Compatible systems

Confirmed for Dell 14G PowerEdge servers with 3.5-inch trays

Dell PowerEdge
Form factor: 3.5-inch tray
Generation: 14G
For 14G PowerEdge servers

Best for

Data Center Storage
The 12TB capacity and 7.2K RPM spindle speed make this drive suitable for high-capacity storage arrays in enterprise data centers. The 12Gbps SAS interface supports efficient data throughput for server-based storage systems.
Backup and Recovery
Nearline classification and hot-plug 3.5-inch form factor enable rapid deployment in backup appliances and recovery systems. The 512e sector format optimizes storage efficiency for large backup repositories.
Archival Storage
The 12TB capacity combined with nearline workload rating makes this drive ideal for long-term archival and cold storage applications. Self-encrypting drive capability provides data security for compliance-sensitive environments.
PowerEdge Server Arrays
Certified compatibility with Dell PowerEdge and PowerVault systems ensures seamless integration into existing Dell infrastructure. Hot-plug capability allows maintenance without service interruption.

Frequently asked questions

What is the data transfer rate of the Dell 400-AWIP?

The 400-AWIP features a 12Gbps SAS interface, enabling high-speed data transfer suitable for enterprise storage systems. This speed is compatible with modern SAS controllers and infrastructure, ensuring efficient throughput for backup, archival, and general datacenter storage applications without creating performance bottlenecks.

Can the 400-AWIP be replaced without shutting down the system?

Yes, the 400-AWIP features a hot-plug 3.5-inch form factor, allowing technicians to remove and replace the drive while the system remains operational. This capability minimizes service interruptions and is essential for high-availability datacenter environments where downtime carries significant operational cost.

What workload is the 400-AWIP designed for?

The 400-AWIP is classified as a nearline drive, making it ideal for archival, backup, and general-purpose storage applications. The 7.2K RPM spindle speed and 12Gbps interface provide adequate performance for these workloads while maintaining power efficiency compared to high-performance enterprise drives.

Is the 400-AWIP compatible with Dell systems?

Yes, the 400-AWIP is certified for use with Dell PowerEdge and PowerVault systems, including multiple 14th generation and newer server models. This validated compatibility ensures seamless integration, simplified procurement, and vendor support for standardized Dell infrastructure deployments.

What security features does the 400-AWIP include?

The 400-AWIP includes self-encrypting drive (SED) capability, providing hardware-level data encryption without requiring host-side encryption overhead. This feature addresses compliance and data security requirements in regulated industries while maintaining performance for enterprise storage applications.

What is the sector format of the 400-AWIP?

The 400-AWIP uses 512e sector format, which provides compatibility with both legacy systems expecting 512-byte sectors and modern applications. This format optimizes storage efficiency while ensuring broad system compatibility across diverse datacenter environments.

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Manufacturer part #

400-AWIP

Brand

Dell

Condition

Refurbished

Model

400-AWIP

Series

Generation 14

Capacity

12TB

Hot Plug

Yes

Drive Type

NLSAS

Generation

14G

Buffer Size

256MB

Drive Class

NL SAS

Form Factor

3.5-inch

Product Line

Generation 14

Product Type

Enterprise Hard Drive

Helium Filled

Yes

Compatible Bays

3.5-inch hot-swap bays

Bytes per Sector

512e

Rotational Speed

7200 RPM

Compatible Servers

PowerEdge C6420, R440, R540, R640, R740, R740xd, R6415, R7415, R7425

PowerBalance Feature

Yes

MTBF

2.5M-hr

Seek Time Read

8.0ms

Average Latency

4.16ms

Seek Time Write

8.6ms

Sustained Transfer Rate Read

243MB/s

Sustained Transfer Rate Write

255MB/s

Power Consumption Idle

7.45 W

Power Consumption Active

11.7 W