Name: 400-APFO Dell 900GB 15K 12Gbps SAS 256MB Cache 2.5-Inch Hot-Swap HDD
Brand: Dell
SKU: 400-APFO
Price: 544.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell 900GB 15,000RPM SAS hard drive offers a practical solution for fast, reliable storage in server and data center environments. Its 12Gbps interface and substantial cache provide steady performance, while the compact, hot-swappable design fits well into demanding setups where uptime matters most.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	400-APFO

Technical Information
Capacity	900GB
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Disk Format	2.5-Inch,SAS 12Gbps
Cache	256MB
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Dell PowerEdge servers,Enterprise servers,Storage arrays
MTBF	1,200,000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS 12Gb/s

Physical Characteristics
Height	15 mm
Width	69.85 mm
Depth	100.45 mm
Dimensions	15 mm x 69.85 mm x 100.45 mm
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL

Product Description
This Dell 900GB 2.5-inch SAS hard drive offers reliable, high-performance storage designed for enterprise environments requiring speed and capacity. It’s often found in data centers or servers demanding fast access to large data sets. Built for IT professionals managing critical applications, it supports workloads that need rapid data retrieval and consistent uptime. Its hot-swappable design allows for easy maintenance without system downtime. Key Features High spindle speed reduces latency for demanding applications Large cache improves throughput during intensive operations Hot-swappable to maintain server availability during replacements Compact 2.5-inch form factor fits dense server configurations Robust SAS interface offers reliable connectivity and data integrity This drive is typically deployed in enterprise servers and storage arrays where performance and reliability are critical. It helps maintain smooth operation in environments like virtualization, database management, and transaction processing.

Use Cases
The Dell 900GB 15,000RPM SAS hard drive is primarily deployed in enterprise data centers and high-performance server environments where low latency and high throughput are critical. IT teams managing virtualization platforms, database servers, or transactional workloads benefit from its reliable and rapid data access capabilities. How It's Used: Supporting high-transaction database servers in large enterprise IT infrastructures to ensure quick data retrieval and write operations. Providing storage for virtualization hosts in rack-mounted servers within data centers requiring consistent performance under heavy I/O loads. Facilitating fast access in storage clusters designed for real-time analytics workloads in financial or telecommunications sectors. Enabling edge computing nodes to maintain high-speed data processing in remote or distributed environments. Integrating into SAN (Storage Area Network) arrays that demand hot-swappable components for minimal downtime during maintenance. This hard drive's design supports operational efficiency through rapid data transfers and scalability across storage architectures. Its hot-swappable form factor allows seamless maintenance, making it well-suited for dynamic IT environments where uninterrupted service is essential.