400-BLNF: Dell 960GB NVMe Gen4 Read Intensive 2.5in Hot-Plug SSD
Also listed as: 01D2XF, 1D2XF, SSDPE2KE960G8 · made by Solidigm
The Dell 400-BLNF is a Dell 960GB NVMe Gen4 Read Intensive 2.5in Hot-Plug SSD offering 960GB of flash storage over NVMe PCIe Gen4 U.2/U.3 in a SFF 2.5in hot-plug form factor. Built with Solidigm NAND and rated for RI (1 DWPD), the 400-BLNF provides responsive storage performance for Dell R750, R650, R760, R660 servers.
Specifications
| Part number | 400-BLNF |
|---|---|
| Brand | Dell |
| Made by | Solidigm |
| Type | SSDs |
| Other numbers | 01D2XF, 1D2XF, SSDPE2KE960G8 |
| Status | current |
| Capacity (GB) | 960 |
| Interface | NVMe PCIe Gen4 U.2/U.3 |
| Form factor | SFF 2.5in |
| Endurance | RI (1 DWPD) |
| Speed | PCIe 4.0 x4 |
About the 400-BLNF
The Dell 400-BLNF is a Dell 960GB NVMe Gen4 Read Intensive 2.5in Hot-Plug SSD providing 960GB of enterprise solid-state storage across a NVMe PCIe Gen4 U.2/U.3 interface in an enterprise SFF 2.5in format. Built with Solidigm enterprise NAND flash memory, the 400-BLNF is rated for RI (1 DWPD) workloads, delivering low access latencies and consistent I/O throughput. In Dell's storage portfolio, 400-BLNF serves as a high-speed storage tier for transaction processing, database indexing, and virtualization clusters.
Compatibility
The 400-BLNF installs into 2.5-inch hot-plug drive bays across Dell enterprise servers including R750, R650, R760, R660. The 400-BLNF mounts inside a DXD9H (14G–16G) 2.5-inch hot-plug drive carrier with status and activity LEDs. Drive communication for the 400-BLNF requires a compatible storage controller (direct NVMe PCIe backplane cabling) supporting NVMe PCIe Gen4 U.2/U.3 protocol communication. Part 400-BLNF is designed for 2.5-inch backplanes and is not compatible with 3.5-inch bays without an approved adapter bracket.
How to identify a genuine unit
Authentic Dell enterprise solid-state drives display a silver-and-white label showing DP/N 01D2XF, 960GB capacity, NVMe PCIe Gen4 U.2/U.3 branding, and Solidigm factory model SSDPE2KE960G8. In iDRAC under Physical Disks, the 400-BLNF enumerates with certified Dell firmware revision, negotiated bus link speed, temperature telemetry, and real-time wear-out percentage monitoring.
Buying used
When sourcing a pre-owned 400-BLNF, check SMART endurance indicators using Dell OpenManage or smartctl to confirm remaining flash life, total bytes written, and zero reallocated flash blocks. Run a short and extended drive self-test on the 400-BLNF to verify interface stability without bus reset events. Confirm that the 2.5-inch drive tray on the 400-BLNF is straight with an intact release latch mechanism.
Fits these models
Equivalent part numbers
- Solidigm D7-P5520 960GB Solidigm D7-P5520 Enterprise NVMe Gen4 SSD OEM base
FAQ
Can two 960GB NVMe drives be mirrored for an OS boot array?
Yes, using software RAID under Linux/Windows or Dell PERC H755N Front hardware RAID, two drives can form a resilient RAID 1 array.
Does this drive generate more heat than a SATA SSD?
Yes, NVMe Gen4 controllers draw approximately 10-14W during active I/O, requiring proper server airflow baffling.
Buying or selling 400-BLNF?
New, refurbished or used. Tell us the quantity and condition and we connect you with a vetted reseller in your region, usually within one working day.
Sources
- Dell 960GB NVMe Gen4 Read Intensive SSD Specifications, checked 2026-10-27