Name: 463-7486 Dell Hybird 300GB 15000RPM SAS 12GB/s 2.5-inch (3.5-inch Hybird Carrier) Hot-pluggable Hard Drive with Tray
Brand: Dell
SKU: 463-7486
Price: 201.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell Hybrid 300GB 15,000 RPM SAS drive fits into server environments requiring reliable, fast storage that can be maintained without shutting down the system. Its design balances speed, capacity, and adaptability, making it a practical choice for enterprise storage solutions.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	463-7486

Technical Information
Capacity	300GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	2.5-inch SAS (fits 3.5-inch hybrid carrier)
Cache	64MB
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Dell PowerEdge servers, Enterprise servers
MTBF	1,200,000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS 12Gb/s

Physical Characteristics
Height	15 mm
Width	69.85 mm
Depth	100.45 mm
Dimensions	15 x 69.85 x 100.45 mm
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

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

Product Description
This Dell hybrid hard drive combines high-speed SAS connectivity with a fast 15,000 RPM spindle to deliver quick data access and transfer rates. It's often found in enterprise servers and storage arrays where performance and reliability are critical. Built for IT professionals managing data centers, this drive fits into systems requiring a balance of speed and efficient storage capacity. The 2.5-inch form factor paired with a 3.5-inch carrier makes it adaptable to various server configurations, especially where hot-swapping is essential. Key Features Offers 300GB storage at 15,000 RPM for rapid read/write cycles Utilizes a 12Gb/s SAS interface to maintain high throughput Compatible with 3.5-inch bays via the hybrid carrier Supports hot-plug functionality for maintenance without downtime Designed to integrate seamlessly into Dell server environments These drives are typically deployed in data centers and enterprise server racks where uptime and performance matter. They help keep systems running smoothly by enabling quick data retrieval and easy hardware swaps, reducing service interruptions.

Use Cases
The Dell Hybrid 300GB 15,000 RPM SAS hard drive is primarily deployed in high-performance server environments where fast data access and reliability are critical. It is well-suited for enterprise IT infrastructures requiring hot-swappable drives to maintain uptime during maintenance or scaling operations. How It's Used: Installed in data center rack servers to support virtualization workloads demanding rapid read/write cycles. Used in storage clusters that require scalable, high-speed SAS drives for database operations in financial institutions. Deployed within cloud service providers’ infrastructure to enable quick replacement and minimal downtime during hardware upgrades. Integrated into enterprise backup systems where sustained transfer rates are necessary for large data volumes. Employed in edge computing deployments that demand compact, fast storage with easy serviceability in remote locations. This drive's design facilitates operational continuity by allowing hot swapping, which enhances system availability. Its balance of speed and capacity supports scalable storage architectures that adapt to evolving enterprise workload demands.