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400-ASGQ Overview
400-ASGQ is a high-performance HDD built in a 3.5-inch form factor that offers flexibility with both SATA III and SAS 12Gb/s interfaces. It operates at 7200 RPM and delivers a storage capacity of 8 TB alongside a substantial 256 MB cache, making it well-suited for environments with heavy data workloads rated at 550 TB/yr and engineered with an MTBF of 1,200,000 hours.
400-ASGQ is optimized for desktop, server, NAS, and surveillance applications by delivering efficient power consumption of 8 W during read/write operations and 4 W when idle. Its advanced features include a helium-sealed design, vibration protection, and a dual actuator system, ensuring reliability and superior performance across data centers, enterprise storage, and demanding work environments.
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400-ASGQ Specifications
- Product Type
- Hard Drive
- Drive Type
- HDD
- Use Case
- Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage
- Interface
- SATA III / SAS 12Gb/s
- Form Factor
- 3.5-inch
- Storage Capacity
- 8 TB
- Spindle Speed (RPM)
- 7200 RPM
- Cache (Buffer Size)
- 256 MB
- Average Latency
- N/A
- Data Transfer Rate
- Up to 250 MB/s
- Annual Workload Rating
- 550 TB/yr
- Power Consumption (Read/Write)
- 8 W
- Power Consumption (Idle)
- 4 W
- Encryption Support
- AES 256-bit
- Helium Sealed
- Helium-Sealed
- Drive Bays Supported
- Multi-bay
- Vibration Protection
- Yes
- Advanced Features
- Dual Actuator
- Operating Temperature
- 5–55°C
- Product Name
- 400-ASGQ
- Height
- 1.0 inches
- Width
- 4.0 inches
- Depth
- 5.8 inches
- Weight
- 1.8 lbs
400-ASGQ Use Case
High-Frequency Trading with Sub-Millisecond Order Execution
A global financial services firm deploys the Dell 14G 300GB 15K SAS 2.5
Enterprise VDI Roll-Out with Predictable IOPS at Scale
A Fortune 500 company implements the 400-ASGQ-DELL 300GB 15K SAS HDD across its Dell 14G blade servers to support 1,500 virtual desktops. The drive’s sustained 12 Gb/s transfer rate and 128 MB cache deliver consistent I/O performance, reducing login storms by 45% and elevating end-user productivity while simplifying centralized management.
Tier-1 Relational Database Performance in Data Centers
A global e-commerce provider integrates the Dell 14G 300GB 15K SAS 2.5
Quality Certifications
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| Product Type | Hard Drive | Hard Drive | Hard Drive | Hard Drive | Hard Drive |
| Drive Type | HDD | HDD | HDD | HDD | HDD |
| Use Case | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage |
| Interface | SATA III / SAS 12Gb/s | SATA III | SATA III | SATA III | SATA III |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch |
| Storage Capacity | 8 TB | 4 TB | 4 TB | 4 TB | 4 TB |
| Spindle Speed (RPM) | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Cache (Buffer Size) | 256 MB | 128 MB | 256 MB | 128 MB | 128 MB |
| Average Latency | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Data Transfer Rate | Up to 250 MB/s | Up to 210 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s |
| Annual Workload Rating | 550 TB/yr | 300 TB/yr | 300 TB/yr | 180 TB/yr | 300 TB/yr |
| Power Consumption (Read/Write) | 8 W | 8 Watts | 8 Watts | 8 Watts | 8 Watts |
| Power Consumption (Idle) | 4 W | 5 Watts | 5 Watts | 6 Watts | 5 Watts |
| Encryption Support | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit | No |
| Helium Sealed | Helium-Sealed | Helium-Sealed | Helium-Sealed | Helium-Sealed | Helium-Sealed |
| Drive Bays Supported | Multi-bay | Multi-bay | Multi-bay | Multi-bay | Multi-bay |
| Vibration Protection | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Advanced Features | Dual Actuator | Dual Actuator | Dual Actuator | Dual Actuator | Dual Actuator |
| Operating Temperature | 5–55°C | 5–60°C | 5–60°C | 5–55°C | 5–60°C |
| Product Name | 400-ASGQ | 400-ASHI | 400-ASHY | 400-ASHF High Performance Enterprise HDD | 400-BDSW |
| Height | 1.0 inches | 1.01 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches |
| Width | 4.0 inches | 5.79 inches | 5.79 inches | 5.79 inches | 4.00 inches |
| Depth | 5.8 inches | 4.01 inches | 4.00 inches | 4.00 inches | 5.79 inches |
| Weight | 1.8 lbs | 1.5 lbs | 2.5 lbs | 1.56 lbs | 1.5 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
A
Awais Siddiq
5
Consistent read speeds.
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Timo Salmi
5
Reliable SATA drive.
P
Paul Nicholson
5
Works as expected.
H
Hasnain Raza
5
No complaints.
Questions & Answers
What is the storage capacity of the DELL 400-ASGQ 14G HDD?
The DELL 400-ASGQ SAS drive features a 300GB storage capacity designed for high-density server environments.
Which interface does the Dell 300GB 15K SAS 2.5" HDD 14G support?
This HDD uses a 12Gb/s SAS interface to deliver low-latency, high-bandwidth connectivity in Dell PowerEdge 14G servers.
What is the rotational speed of the DELL 400-ASGQ 2.5" HDD?
The DELL 400-ASGQ operates at 15,000 RPM, enabling fast seek times and high I/O performance.
How much cache memory does the Dell 300GB 15K SAS HDD have?
This 14G SAS drive includes a 128MB cache buffer to optimize read/write operations and improve throughput.
Is the DELL 300GB 15K SAS 2.5" HDD compatible with Dell PowerEdge 14G servers?
Yes, the 400-ASGQ drive is fully compatible with Dell PowerEdge 14th generation servers and integrates seamlessly with Dell PERC controllers.
What form factor is the DELL 400-ASGQ SAS HDD?
The drive features a 2.5-inch small form factor (SFF) suitable for high-density server bays.
What performance can I expect from this Dell 15K SAS drive?
You can achieve sustained transfer rates up to 205 MB/s and average seek times under 3.5 ms for demanding workloads.
What are the ideal use cases for the Dell 300GB 15K SAS HDD?
This drive excels in high-transaction databases, virtualization, ERP applications, and tier-1 storage pools requiring low latency.
Can I install the 400-ASGQ HDD as a hot-swappable drive?
Yes, it supports hot-swap installation in Dell hot-plug drive bays without interrupting server operations.
What warranty coverage does the Dell 300GB 15K SAS 2.5" HDD include?
Dell provides a 3-year limited warranty with on-site support options and optional ProSupport upgrades.
What is the MTBF rating of the DELL 400-ASGQ SAS drive?
This 14G HDD is rated for an MTBF of 2 million hours, ensuring high reliability in enterprise environments.
Does the Dell 400-ASGQ HDD support RAID configurations?
Yes, it is certified for RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10 and other PERC-managed RAID levels for data protection and performance.
How does the 12Gb/s SAS interface improve performance over 6Gb/s SAS or SATA?
A 12Gb/s SAS interface doubles bandwidth over 6Gb/s and SATA, reducing latency and supporting higher IOPS for critical applications.
How does the Dell 15K SAS HDD compare to a SATA drive?
Compared to SATA, the 15K SAS drive delivers higher RPM, dual-port connectivity, better reliability and enterprise-grade error recovery.
What is the typical power consumption of the Dell 300GB 15K SAS HDD?
This drive consumes approximately 8 W in active mode and 6 W at idle, optimizing power efficiency in dense server racks.
Can I mix the DELL 400-ASGQ SAS HDD with other drive types in the same server?
Dell recommends grouping identical SAS drives for consistent performance, but it can coexist with other drive types in different bays.
Where can I purchase the Dell 300GB 15K SAS 2.5" HDD 14G 128MB (SKU: 400-ASGQ)?
You can order this SKU through Dell’s official website, authorized partners, or certified resellers for genuine hardware and support.