Dell 400-AHID 8TB 3.5" 6Gbps 7.2K RPM 512e SATA HDD Kit KG1CH
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About this product
The Dell 400-AHID is an 8TB 3.5-inch internal hard disk drive designed for laptops, featuring a 7200 RPM rotation speed and a 6Gbps transfer rate over a SATA I interface. This HDD kit supports hot-swap functionality and is formatted for 512e sectors, providing significant storage capacity. It's an HDD-only solution for systems compatible with its 3.5-inch form factor.
Our take
This Dell 8TB drive offers substantial storage for a laptop, which is its primary appeal. The 7200 RPM speed is good for an HDD, and the 6Gbps transfer rate is solid. However, it's specified as a SATA I interface, which is a bit dated and might bottleneck performance compared to modern SATA III. The 'Internal Laptop Drive' classification with a 3.5-inch form factor is also a bit unusual, as most laptops use 2.5-inch drives, so ensure compatibility before purchasing. The hot-swap feature is a nice addition, simplifying installation in compatible systems.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Large 8TB storage capacity
- 7200 RPM rotation speed
- 6Gbps transfer rate
- Hot Swap feature
Cons
- SATA I interface is older
- 3.5-inch form factor less common for laptops
Specifications
- GTIN 00616639022940
- UPC 0616639022940
- Compatible With Laptop
- MPN 400-AHID
- Rotation Speed 7200 RPM
- Brand Dell
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- Form Factor
- 3.5 in
- Type
- Internal Laptop Drive
- Drive Type(s) Supported
- HDD
- Transfer Rate
- 600 Mbps
- Model
- 400-AHID
- Storage Format
- HDD Only
- Features
- Hot Swap
- Storage Capacity
- 8 TB
- Interface
- SATA I
