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DELL 400-ANVN 10TB 7.2K 3.5" SAS 12Gbps 512e Hard Drive
10 TB 7.2 K 3.5" SAS 12 Gbps 512e hot-plug hard drive for high-capacity storage
- 10 TB capacity stores large data sets
- 12 Gbps SAS interface enables fast transfers
- 2 K rpm spindle delivers steady throughput
- 5 inch hot-plug form factor simplifies maintenance
Dell 400-ANVN 10TB SAS Hard Drive
The Dell 400-ANVN is a 10TB nearline SAS hard drive built for 3.5-inch hot-plug bays. It uses a 12Gbps SAS interface and 512e sector formatting. The 7.2K spindle speed suits bulk storage workloads in compatible Dell servers and arrays. New condition ensures full manufacturer specification.
Sustained write behaviour under load
During sustained write workloads the 7.2K rotational speed delivers consistent throughput limited by mechanical latency and the 12Gbps SAS link. The 512e format adds a read-modify-write step for non-aligned writes, which can reduce effective bandwidth under random patterns. Heat rises steadily in multi-drive enclosures, so adequate airflow is required to maintain performance. The drive is not suited for low-latency transactional workloads or high-IOPS caching tiers.
Highlights
- 10 TB capacity stores large data sets
- 12 Gbps SAS interface enables fast transfers
- 2 K rpm spindle delivers steady throughput
- 5 inch hot-plug form factor simplifies maintenance
Specifications
No published specifications for this item yet.
Questions about this item
How much noise and heat does the 10TB SAS 12Gbps 3.5" drive generate during continuous operation?
As a 7.2K nearline SAS drive it produces moderate seek noise and noticeable warmth under sustained load; ensure your enclosure has adequate airflow.
What host interface and caddy does the Dell 400-ANVN 10TB SAS 12Gbps 512e hot-plug drive require?
It needs a 12Gbps SAS backplane or HBA with a standard 3.5" hot-plug carrier; the drive uses 512e sector formatting.
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