Name: 401-ABCB Dell 300GB 10000RPM SAS 12Gb/s 2.5-Inch Hard Drive with Hybrid Carrier
Brand: Dell
SKU: 401-ABCB
Price: 116.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (124 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell 300GB 10K RPM 12Gb/s SAS 2.5-Inch Hybrid Hard Drive offers a solid combination of speed and storage capacity tailored for enterprise servers. It fits into environments needing faster access to data than traditional hard drives can provide, while still maintaining substantial space through hybrid technology.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	401-ABCB

Technical Information
Capacity	300GB
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Disk Format	12Gb/s SAS
Cache	64MB
Spindle Speed	10,000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	Yes
Compatible For	Servers,Dell PowerEdge
MTBF	1,400,000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS 12Gb/s

Physical Characteristics
Height	15 mm
Width	69.85 mm
Depth	100.2 mm
Dimensions	15 mm x 69.85 mm x 100.2 mm
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	5.00

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
This Dell 300GB hybrid hard drive blends solid-state and traditional spinning disk technologies to boost performance while maintaining ample storage space. It’s commonly used in enterprise environments where reliable and faster data access is crucial, such as in database servers and virtualized systems. Built for IT professionals managing server storage, this drive offers a balance between speed and capacity without the cost of pure SSDs. It’s often found in data centers where efficient storage solutions are necessary for mixed workload demands. Key Features Combines SSD caching with HDD capacity for improved responsiveness Spins at 10,000 RPM to reduce latency compared to standard drives 12Gb/s SAS interface supports rapid data throughput in demanding setups Compact 2.5-inch size optimizes server storage density Reliable build designed for continuous enterprise-level operations This hybrid drive is typically deployed in server racks handling transactional databases or virtualization hosts where speed and volume both matter. It helps reduce bottlenecks in data retrieval and storage management, offering a practical option for organizations balancing performance with budget.

Use Cases
The Dell 300GB 10K RPM 12Gb/s SAS Hybrid Hard Drive is optimized for enterprise environments requiring balanced performance and storage capacity. It is particularly suitable for data centers and virtualization platforms where rapid data retrieval and consistent throughput are critical. How It's Used: Deployed in enterprise server racks to accelerate transactional databases with hybrid storage benefits. Integrated within virtualization clusters to enhance VM storage responsiveness for medium-scale workloads. Used in data center storage arrays where read/write-intensive applications demand fast access times. Implemented in remote office branch servers to provide reliable, high-speed storage without the footprint of larger drives. Embedded in hybrid storage systems combining SSD caching with HDD capacity for balanced workload performance. This hybrid drive contributes to operational efficiency by delivering faster data access while maintaining adequate capacity, supporting scalability in growing IT infrastructures. Its form factor and interface compatibility facilitate seamless integration into existing enterprise storage frameworks.