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1TB 7.2K RPM SATA 6Gbps 512n 2.5 Inches Hot-plug Hard Drive
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- 1TB 7.2K RPM SATA 6Gbps 512n 2.5 Inches Hot-plug Hard Drive
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400-ASHF Overview
400-ASHF is a high-performance HDD engineered for enterprise storage applications, featuring a 3.5-inch form factor, SATA III interface, and a steady spindle speed of 7200 RPM. It delivers a robust 4 TB storage capacity while incorporating a 128 MB buffer designed to support demanding workload ratings of up to 180 TB/yr, along with an MTBF designed for 1,200,000 hours of reliable operation.
400-ASHF is built for use in data centers, desktops, NAS systems, and surveillance environments. This drive comes with advanced features such as a helium-sealed design, effective vibration protection, and dual actuator technology to optimize performance and durability, while maintaining low power consumption during read/write (8 Watts) and idle (6 Watts) operations.
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400-ASHF Specifications
- Product Type
- Hard Drive
- Brand
- Dell
- Drive Type
- HDD
- Use Case
- Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance
- Interface
- SATA III
- Form Factor
- 3.5-inch
- Storage Capacity
- 4 TB
- Spindle Speed (RPM)
- 7200 RPM
- Cache (Buffer Size)
- 128 MB
- Data Transfer Rate
- Up to 250 MB/s
- Annual Workload Rating
- 180 TB/yr
- Power Consumption (Read/Write)
- 8 Watts
- Power Consumption (Idle)
- 6 Watts
- 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-ASHF High Performance Enterprise HDD
- Height
- 1.03 inches
- Width
- 5.79 inches
- Depth
- 4.00 inches
- Weight
- 1.56 lbs
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Product Comparison Table 
| 400-ASHF |  400-ASTQ |  400-ASHH |  400-ASGV |  400-ARWN | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage | Server | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage | NAS |
| Interface | SATA III | SATA III / SAS 12Gb/s | SATA III | SATA III | SATA III |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch / 2.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch |
| Storage Capacity | 4 TB | 10 TB | 8 TB | 12 TB | 4 TB |
| Spindle Speed (RPM) | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Cache (Buffer Size) | 128 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Data Transfer Rate | Up to 250 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s | Up to 210 MB/s |
| Annual Workload Rating | 180 TB/yr | 300 TB/yr | 300 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr | 180 TB/yr |
| Power Consumption (Read/Write) | 8 Watts | 8 Watts | 8.0 Watts | 7 Watts | 6 Watts |
| Power Consumption (Idle) | 6 Watts | 4 Watts | 5.0 Watts | 4 Watts | 4 Watts |
| Encryption Support | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit |
| 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 | 5–60°C | 5–60°C |
| Product Name | 400-ASHF High Performance Enterprise HDD | 400-ASTQ Enterprise HDD | 400-ASHH Enterprise HDD | 400-ASGV High Performance Enterprise HDD | 400-ARWN |
| Height | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.0 inches | 1.03 | 1.03 inches |
| Width | 5.79 inches | 5.79 inches | 4.0 inches | 5.79 | 4.0 inches |
| Depth | 4.00 inches | 8.66 inches | 5.8 inches | 4.00 | 5.8 inches |
| Weight | 1.56 lbs | 1.65 lbs | 1.8 lbs | 2.2 | 1.5 lbs |
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Reviews & Ratings
W
Wayne Porter
5
Reliable hot plug drive for production servers.
I
Ihsan Khan
5
Consistent operation under load.
J
Jari Lehtinen
5
Good SATA storage option.
D
Dylan Moore
4
Works well in RAID sets.
K
Kamran Ashraf
5
Satisfied overall.
Questions & Answers
What are the key specifications of the 400-ASHF 1TB 7.2K RPM SATA 6Gbps 512n 2.5-inch Hot-plug Hard Drive?
The 400-ASHF drive offers 1TB capacity, 7,200 RPM rotational speed, SATA III 6 Gbps interface, 512-byte native sectors (512n), and a 2.5-inch hot-swappable form factor.
Is the 400-ASHF hard drive hot-pluggable?
Yes, the 400-ASHF features a 2.5-inch hot-swappable design, allowing safe drive insertion and removal without system shutdown.
What interface does the 400-ASHF use and is it compatible with modern systems?
The 400-ASHF uses a standard SATA III (6 Gbps) interface, ensuring compatibility with virtually all modern desktops, servers, and storage arrays that support 2.5-inch SATA drives.
Can I use the 400-ASHF drive in a server RAID configuration?
Yes, the 400-ASHF is designed for enterprise environments and supports hardware RAID controllers on servers from Dell, HP, Lenovo, and other leading vendors.
What are the form factor and dimensions of the 400-ASHF?
The 400-ASHF is a 2.5-inch drive with a 7 mm Z-height, fitting standard 2.5-inch bays in servers, storage enclosures, and laptops.
What is the Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) rating for the 400-ASHF?
The 400-ASHF is rated for 1.2 million hours MTBF, providing high reliability for continuous 24/7 operation.
How do I install the 400-ASHF 1TB SATA hard drive?
To install, power down the system, slide the drive into an available 2.5-inch hot-swap bay or mount with adapter brackets in a 3.5-inch bay, secure the connectors, and power up.
What is the power consumption of the 400-ASHF during operation and idle?
During active operation, the 400-ASHF consumes approximately 4.8 W, dropping to 0.8 W during idle, optimizing energy efficiency.
What operating temperature range does the 400-ASHF support?
The 400-ASHF operates optimally between 0 °C and 60 °C, ensuring stability in typical data center and office conditions.
Does the 400-ASHF support hardware encryption?
No, the 400-ASHF model does not include built-in hardware encryption; consider TCG Opal–compliant models for data-at-rest protection.
What noise levels can I expect from the 400-ASHF?
The 400-ASHF generates up to 29 dBA during seek operations and 26 dBA during idle, minimizing acoustic impact in server racks and workstations.
Is the 400-ASHF compatible with Windows, Linux, and VMware?
Yes, the 400-ASHF is OS-agnostic and functions seamlessly with any operating system that supports SATA storage devices, including Windows, Linux, and VMware.
What warranty and support options are available for the 400-ASHF?
The 400-ASHF comes with a 3-year limited warranty and access to 24/7 technical support for replacement and troubleshooting.
What is the weight of the 400-ASHF 1TB hard drive?
The 400-ASHF weighs approximately 99 grams (0.22 lbs), making it suitable for weight-sensitive applications.
How does the 512n sector format benefit performance and compatibility?
The native 512-byte (512n) sector format ensures broad compatibility with legacy and modern systems without performance overhead from emulation.
What are the common use cases for the 400-ASHF hard drive?
Ideal for enterprise servers, storage arrays, and virtualization hosts, the 400-ASHF excels in database, web hosting, and general-purpose storage applications.