DELL
DELL 400-AQJK 8TB 3.5" SAS 12Gb/s 7200 RPM internal hard drive
An 8 TB desktop hard drive with a 12 Gb/s SAS interface, 7200 RPM spindle speed and hot-swap tray for nearline storage
- PackagingBare Drive
- InterfaceSAS 12Gb/s
- Capacity8TB
- RPM7200 RPM
- Form Factor3.5"
- 8 TB capacity stores large datasets
- SAS 12 Gb/s interface enables fast data transfers
- 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers responsive performance
- 5 inch form factor fits standard drive bays
- Hot-swap tray allows drive replacement without shutdown
Dell 8TB Nearline SAS Drive
The Dell 400-AQJK is an 8TB 3.5-inch nearline SAS hard drive spinning at 7200 RPM with a 12Gb/s interface. It arrives as a bare drive with hot-swap tray support for direct insertion into compatible bays. This unit suits storage arrays and servers that require high-capacity rotational storage on a SAS backbone.
Suited For And Not Suited For
It fits administrators expanding nearline storage pools in Dell PowerEdge or equivalent SAS-connected enclosures that accept 3.5-inch hot-swap trays. Buyers needing an internal drive for a desktop motherboard without a SAS controller or backplane should look elsewhere. Systems limited to 6Gb/s SAS links will operate at the lower link speed.
Deciding Specification
The 12Gb/s SAS interface is the single specification that decides compatibility; the drive requires a controller and backplane that support SAS 12Gb/s to achieve its rated transfer rate. Without a SAS host bus adapter or RAID card presenting a 12Gb/s wide port, the drive cannot be used. Verify your chassis and controller documentation for 3.5-inch hot-swap tray clearance and SAS 12Gb/s support before purchase.
Highlights
- 8 TB capacity stores large datasets
- SAS 12 Gb/s interface enables fast data transfers
- 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers responsive performance
- 5 inch form factor fits standard drive bays
- Hot-swap tray allows drive replacement without shutdown
Specifications
| Brand | Dell |
|---|---|
| Model | 400-AQJK |
| Packaging | Bare Drive |
| Interface | SAS 12Gb/s |
| Capacity | 8TB |
| RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Form Factor | 3.5" |
Questions about this item
What does the SAS 12Gb/s interface cap in practice?
The SAS 12Gb/s interface caps the theoretical transfer rate at 12 Gb/s. Actual throughput depends on the controller, cabling and system workload.
What physical space and mounting does the 3.5" hot-swap tray need?
The drive uses a standard 3.5 inch form factor with a hot-swap tray that fits Dell PowerEdge bays designed for tool-less insertion.
How is the hot-swap drive installed and what step is often missed?
Slide the tray into the bay until the lever locks; the step often missed is ensuring the lever clicks fully to engage the SAS connector.
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