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400-ASHS
2TB 7.2K RPM NLSAS 12Gbps 512n 3.5 Inches Hot-plug Hard Driv...
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400-ASHS is a high-performance HDD designed for demanding storage solutions. It features a 3.5-inch form factor paired with a SATA III interface, 7200 RPM spindle speed, 4 TB capacity, and a 256 MB cache, all backed by an annual workload rating of 180 TB/yr to ensure continuous, reliable operation.
Engineered with advanced features such as helium-sealed construction, built-in vibration protection, and dual actuators, the 400-ASHS is ideally suited for data centers, desktops, NAS, and surveillance applications. With power consumption figures of 8.5 Watts during read/write operations and 5.2 Watts on idle, this drive meets the rigorous requirements of both desktop and server environments.
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| 400-ASHS |  400-ASIE |  400-BEIB |  400-ASGV |  400-ASTS | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 / Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage |
| Interface | SATA III | SATA III | SATA III | SATA III | SATA III / SAS 12Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch / 2.5-inch |
| Storage Capacity | 4 TB | 4 TB | 8 TB | 12 TB | 8 TB |
| Spindle Speed (RPM) | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Cache (Buffer Size) | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| 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 | 180 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr | 180 TB/yr |
| Power Consumption (Read/Write) | 8.5 Watts | 8 Watts | 10 Watts | 7 Watts | 8 Watts |
| Power Consumption (Idle) | 5.2 Watts | 6 Watts | 6 Watts | 4 Watts | 5 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 | 5–60°C | 5–55°C | 5–55°C | 5–60°C | 5–60°C |
| Product Name | 400-ASHS Enterprise HDD | 400-ASIE | 400-BEIB High Performance Enterprise HDD | 400-ASGV High Performance Enterprise HDD | 400-ASTS High Performance Enterprise HDD |
| Height | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.03 | 1.0 inches |
| Width | 5.79 inches | 4 inches | 4.01 inches | 5.79 | 4.0 inches |
| Depth | 4.00 inches | 5.79 inches | 5.79 inches | 4.00 | 5.8 inches |
| Weight | 1.35 lbs | 2.1 lbs | 1.25 lbs | 2.2 | 1.8 lbs |
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Dependable NLSAS disk for large storage pools.
Installed easily and works reliably in RAID.
Consistent read speeds for backup workloads.
Stable performance without errors.
Good enterprise storage option.
The SKU 400-ASHS provides 2 TB of raw storage capacity, ideal for high-density data environments and nearline archival use.
This hard drive employs a dual-port 12 Gbps Nearline SAS (NLSAS) interface for high-availability server and enterprise storage arrays.
It spins at a sustained 7,200 RPM, delivering consistent throughput and reduced latency for sequential and random workloads.
Yes, the 3.5-inch form factor supports hot-plug installation, enabling drive replacement or upgrades without system shutdown.
The SKU 400-ASHS uses a 512-byte sector (512n) format, ensuring broad compatibility with legacy and modern storage controllers.
It is optimized for nearline storage, backup and archival systems, surveillance recordings, and cold data tiers in data centers.
The drive is rated for an MTBF of 2 million hours under standard operating conditions, ensuring reliable long-term operation.
This 2 TB NLSAS drive comes with a three-year manufacturer’s warranty, including advanced replacement services.
Typical operating power is 7.5 W, with a maximum of 9 W during spin-up, balancing performance and energy efficiency.
It operates reliably between 5 °C and 55 °C (41 °F to 131 °F), suitable for standard data-center cooling environments.
Acoustic levels are rated at 31 dBA during seek operations, minimizing noise in rack-mounted or desktop enclosures.
Yes, the dual-port NLSAS interface and enterprise reliability make it fully compatible with RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, and 10 arrays.
Slide the 3.5-inch hot-plug tray into an available SAS bay, secure the drive carrier, and ensure SAS cabling to your HBA or RAID controller.
Absolutely. The drive is OS-agnostic and works seamlessly with all major enterprise operating systems, including Linux, Windows Server, and VMware.
Compared to SATA, NLSAS delivers higher throughput, dual-port fail-over, and enhanced error recovery, making it better suited for mission-critical workloads.
Monitor SMART attributes regularly, ensure proper airflow and temperature control, and follow your server vendor’s guidelines for firmware updates.
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