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Axiom 400-AHID-AX 8TB Hard Drive - 3.5" Internal SATA/600 - 7200 RPM - 128MB Cache - Hot-Swap - 512e - 5-Year Warranty
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This 8TB hard drive achieves 164 IOPS random 4KB read and 342 IOPS random 4KB write performance, supported by the 7200 RPM spindle speed that reduces latency for frequently accessed data. The SATA/600 interface delivers 6Gb/s theoretical bandwidth, while the 128MB cache buffer accelerates burst operations and improves overall responsiveness.
The drive employs 512e (512-byte emulation) sector formatting, which enhances error correction and data integrity compared to legacy 512-byte native formats. This advanced format technology is transparent to compatible operating systems and storage controllers, ensuring broad compatibility without requiring special configuration.
Relevant factors for this section include Storage Capacity, Disk Format, Random 4KB Read, Random 4KB Write. When those points are considered together, they give buyers a clearer picture of how the product is equipped, how it fits into deployment, and what kind of day-to-day role it is meant to support.
Key Product Advantages
The Axiom 400-AHID-AX combines high capacity with enterprise-ready features to address demanding storage requirements in server and storage system deployments. Its 8TB capacity provides substantial room for data growth, while the performance characteristics ensure responsive operation under varied workload conditions.
High-Capacity Storage
With 8TB of raw storage, this drive accommodates extensive data sets including virtual machine images, database files, media archives, and backup repositories. The capacity supports consolidation of multiple workloads onto fewer physical drives.
- Stores millions of images or hundreds of hours of video
- Ideal for media libraries, surveillance archives, and data retention
Enterprise Reliability Features
The hot-swap design enables drive replacement without powering down the entire system, while the 512e format improves data integrity through enhanced error correction. These features contribute to higher system availability in production environments.
- Hot-swap capability for maintenance during operation
- 512e format for improved error correction and compatibility
Deployment / Use Cases
This hard drive is validated for compatibility with Dell PowerEdge servers including R330, R630, T340, T440, and T640 models, making it suitable for integration into existing Dell server environments. The drive's specifications align with typical server storage requirements for both primary data storage and secondary storage tiers.
Primary deployment scenarios include direct-attached storage in tower and rackmount servers, expansion storage in storage arrays, and capacity-optimized storage in backup and archival systems. The 3.5-inch form factor ensures compatibility with standard server drive bays and enclosures designed for large-format drives.
Server Storage Expansion
Add substantial capacity to Dell PowerEdge servers for applications requiring local storage, such as file servers, virtualization hosts, and database servers. The drive's performance characteristics support mixed workloads common in small to medium business server environments.
Storage System Capacity Tier
Deploy as capacity-optimized storage in NAS or SAN systems where 8TB drives provide cost-effective density. The SATA interface and 7200 RPM speed balance performance with capacity for nearline storage applications.
Highlights
- 8TB storage capacity for extensive data requirements
- 3.5-inch internal form factor compatible with server drive bays
- 7200 RPM spindle speed for responsive data access
- SATA/600 interface delivering 6Gb/s bandwidth
- 128MB cache buffer accelerating burst performance
- Hot-swap capability for maintenance without downtime
- 512e advanced format for improved data integrity
- Compatible with Dell PowerEdge R330, R630, T340, T440, T640 servers
- 5-year limited warranty for long-term reliability assurance
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Axiom Memory Solutions |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 400-AHID-AX |
| Brand Name | Axiom |
| Product Name | 8TB 6Gb/s SATA 7.2K RPM LFF 512e Hot-Swap HDD |
| Product Type | Hard Drive |
| Technical Information | |
| Storage Capacity | 8 TB |
| Disk Format | 512e |
| Drive Performance | |
| Random 4KB Read | 164IOPS |
| Random 4KB Write | 342IOPS |
| Spindle Speed (rpm) | 7200 |
| Buffer | 128 MB |
| Network & Communication | |
| Wireless LAN | No |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Drive Interface | SATA |
| Drive Interface Standard | SATA/600 |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Drive Type | Internal |
| Form Factor | 3.5" |
| Hot Swappable | Yes |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Device Supported | Server,Storage System |
| Compatibility | Dell - PowerEdge R330 Dell - PowerEdge R630 Dell - PowerEdge T340 Dell - PowerEdge T440 Dell - PowerEdge T640 |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 5 Year |
FAQ
What is the storage capacity of this Axiom hard drive?
This Axiom hard drive provides 8TB (terabytes) of raw storage capacity. This substantial capacity supports storing extensive data sets including millions of images, hundreds of hours of high-definition video, large databases, or comprehensive backup archives. The 8TB capacity makes it suitable for applications requiring significant local storage in server and storage system environments.
What form factor does this hard drive use?
This hard drive uses a 3.5-inch form factor, which is the standard large form factor (LFF) for server and desktop hard drives. The 3.5-inch size accommodates the platter technology needed for 8TB capacity while maintaining compatibility with most server drive bays and storage enclosures designed for large-format drives.
What interface does this hard drive support?
This hard drive supports the SATA interface with SATA/600 (6Gb/s) standard. The SATA interface provides compatibility with mainstream server and storage system controllers, while the SATA/600 specification delivers theoretical bandwidth up to 6 gigabits per second for data transfer between the drive and host system.
What is the spindle speed of this hard drive?
This hard drive operates at 7200 RPM (revolutions per minute) spindle speed. The 7200 RPM specification provides faster data access compared to lower-RPM drives, reducing latency for frequently accessed data. This spindle speed balances performance with power consumption for server and storage applications.
Does this hard drive support hot-swap capability?
Yes, this hard drive features hot-swap capability, allowing for drive replacement or addition without powering down the entire system. This feature is essential for maintaining system availability during maintenance, upgrades, or expansion in server and storage environments where continuous operation is required.
What servers is this hard drive compatible with?
This hard drive is validated for compatibility with Dell PowerEdge servers including R330, R630, T340, T440, and T640 models. These compatibility validations ensure the drive works properly with the server's storage controllers and firmware. The drive is also suitable for other server and storage systems that support 3.5-inch SATA hard drives with similar specifications.
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