Dell 400-ATKB 2.5" SATA 7200RPM 6.0Gb/s 2TB Internal Notebook HDD

Overview

The Dell 400-ATKB is a 2.5-inch internal hard drive designed for notebooks and compact servers that require reliable storage with a SATA 6.0Gb/s interface. With a 2TB capacity and a spindle speed of 7200 RPM, it delivers faster read and write performance, making it suitable for handling large media files, virtual machines, and everyday computing tasks. Its form factor fits standard laptop bays, while also supporting Dell hot swap bays when used with the appropriate hybrid carrier.

Key features

• 2TB storage capacity offers ample space for extensive projects, multimedia libraries, and backups without frequent upgrades.
• 7200 RPM spindle speed improves boot times and file access, ensuring smoother system responsiveness compared to slower drives.
• SATA 6.0Gb/s interface supports high sustained data transfer rates, helping maintain performance during large file transfers.
• Compact 2.5-inch form factor fits easily into laptops and small form factor servers, maximizing compatibility.
• Compatible with Dell hot swap bays when paired with a hybrid carrier, allowing easy drive replacement and maintenance in server environments.
• Designed to balance capacity and speed, making it a practical choice for creative professionals and IT administrators alike.

Key specs

• Capacity: 2TB
• Form factor: 2.5 inch
• Spindle speed: 7200 RPM
• Interface: SATA 6.0Gb/s

Connectivity and compatibility

This hard drive connects via a SATA 6.0Gb/s interface, ensuring compatibility with most modern laptops and compact servers that support SATA connections. It fits standard 2.5-inch drive bays commonly found in notebooks and can be integrated into Dell server environments using a hybrid carrier for hot swap functionality. This makes it versatile for both mobile and rack-mounted systems.

Ideal uses and environments

The Dell 400-ATKB is well suited to users who need a significant storage upgrade in their laptops, such as creative professionals working with large video or photo files, or IT teams managing compact servers that require dependable storage for databases, file shares, or backup images. Its combination of capacity and speed supports workflows that demand quick access to large amounts of data without compromising system responsiveness.