Name: 074P9K Dell 300GB 15000RPM SAS 3.5-inch 16MB Cache Hot Swap HDD
Brand: Dell
SKU: 074P9K
Price: 174.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell 300GB 15,000 RPM SAS hard drive fits into data center storage solutions requiring fast, dependable access to data. It balances speed and capacity with a solid 3.5-inch design and hot swap flexibility. This drive is a practical choice for environments that demand consistent performance and easy maintenance.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	074P9K

Technical Information
Capacity	300GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	SAS 6.0 Gbps
Cache	16MB
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Servers
MTBF	1200000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS 6Gb/s

Physical Characteristics
Height	1.028 in
Width	4.0 in
Depth	5.787 in
Dimensions	1.028 x 4.0 x 5.787 in
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

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

Product Description
This Dell hard drive offers 300GB of high-speed storage designed for reliable, enterprise-level performance. It’s commonly used in servers and storage arrays where quick data access and durability are critical. Built for IT professionals managing data centers or business-critical applications, this drive supports fast read/write operations thanks to its 15,000 RPM spindle speed and SAS interface. Key Features Fast 6.0 Gbps SAS connection ensures smooth data flow in demanding environments 16MB cache enhances data retrieval and write speeds for better efficiency Hot swap design allows replacement or addition without shutting down the system Robust 3.5-inch form factor fits standard enterprise hardware bays Reliable 15,000 RPM rotation speed reduces latency in access times These drives are often found in enterprise servers and storage systems where consistent performance matters. Their quick data handling and easy serviceability make them practical for setups needing minimal downtime and steady throughput.

Use Cases
The 074P9K Dell 300GB 15,000 RPM SAS hard drive is designed for enterprise environments needing rapid data access and high reliability. It suits IT infrastructures where minimizing downtime and maintaining consistent throughput under heavy workloads are critical. How It's Used: Deployed in data center rack servers to support virtualization applications requiring high I/O performance. Integrated into storage clusters managing transactional databases for financial institutions demanding low latency. Used in enterprise backup servers to facilitate quick data retrieval during restore operations. Installed in high-performance computing setups where fast sequential and random reads are essential. Employed in remote office server environments that benefit from hot swap capabilities for minimal operational disruption. This SAS hard drive contributes to operational efficiency by enabling rapid data throughput and simplifying maintenance through hot swap capability. Its robust performance supports scalable storage solutions critical to demanding enterprise workloads.