Name: 400-AVWM Dell 300GB 15K RPM 12Gbps SAS 2.5-inch Enterprise Hard Drive
Brand: Dell
SKU: 400-AVWM
Price: 133.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The 400-AVWM Dell 300GB 15,000 RPM SAS hard drive provides dependable, high-speed storage for enterprise servers and storage arrays. Its 12Gbps SAS interface and 2.5-inch form factor make it a solid choice for environments where space and performance are both priorities.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	400-AVWM

Technical Information
Capacity	300GB
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Disk Format	2.5-inch
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Dell PowerEdge Servers,Servers,Storage Arrays

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS 12Gb/s

Physical Characteristics
Height	0.59
Width	2.75
Depth	3.95
Dimensions	0.59 x 2.75 x 3.95
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
This Dell 300GB 15,000 RPM SAS hard drive is designed to deliver fast and reliable storage for enterprise applications. It is commonly used in servers and storage arrays where quick data retrieval and consistent performance are critical. IT professionals and data center administrators benefit from its high-speed interface and robust build, making it ideal for demanding workloads. Key Features High rotational speed that reduces latency and improves response times Advanced 12Gbps SAS connectivity for efficient data transfer Compact 2.5-inch size enabling flexible installation in dense server racks 512n sector size for compatibility with various enterprise systems Optimized for use in Dell server environments to ensure reliable operation This drive is typically deployed in business-critical servers and high-performance storage solutions. It plays a key role in maintaining system responsiveness and uptime, supporting applications that require quick access to stored data without delay.

Use Cases
The 400-AVWM Dell 300GB 15K RPM 12Gbps SAS 2.5-inch Enterprise Hard Drive is optimized for high-demand server and storage environments requiring fast data throughput and minimal latency. It is particularly suited for enterprise IT infrastructures where rapid access to transactional data and high I/O performance are critical for operational workloads. How It's Used: Deployed in data center rack servers to accelerate database transaction processing in financial institutions. Integrated within virtualization clusters supporting multiple virtual machines requiring low-latency storage access. Utilized in high-performance computing (HPC) environments where rapid read/write speeds are essential for simulation workloads. Configured in storage arrays for content delivery networks (CDNs) to ensure quick retrieval of media files. Employed in backup and recovery systems where swift data restoration is necessary to minimize downtime. This hard drive supports enterprise storage scalability by combining compact form factor with sustained performance, enabling efficient use of space without compromising throughput. Its design helps maintain consistent operational speed critical for intensive workloads and large-scale server deployments.