Name: FM501 Dell 450GB 15K RPM 3Gb/s SAS 16MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
Brand: Dell
SKU: FM501
Price: 49.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell 450GB 15K RPM SAS hard drive (FM501) delivers fast, consistent performance through its 3Gb/s interface and 16MB cache. Its 3.5-inch design supports enterprise-grade workloads, making it an excellent fit for servers and storage systems requiring high-speed data access and dependable throughput.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	FM501

Technical Information
Capacity	450GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Cache	16MB
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes

Product Description
The Dell FM501 is a high-speed 450GB hard drive built for enterprise environments requiring rapid access to critical data. With a 15K RPM spindle speed and 3Gb/s SAS interface, this drive offers low-latency performance and reliable data throughput for demanding workloads. Key Features 450GB capacity for essential data storage 15K RPM speed ensures faster seek times and reduced latency 3Gb/s SAS interface supports stable and efficient data handling 16MB cache boosts data transfer responsiveness 3.5-inch form factor compatible with standard server bays This drive is ideal for enterprise applications such as databases, virtual environments, and transactional systems where speed, reliability, and consistent performance are critical to daily operations.

Use Cases
The Dell 450GB 15K RPM SAS hard drive is designed for environments demanding consistent high-speed data access and reliability. It is well-suited for enterprise IT infrastructures where workload intensity and uptime are critical factors. How It's Used: Deployment in data center storage arrays to support high-performance database transactions. Integration into virtualization hosts requiring rapid I/O for multiple virtual machines. Use in enterprise backup systems where fast data retrieval and writing speeds are essential. Implementation within rack-mounted servers handling transactional workloads in financial services. Incorporation into storage clusters for scalable and redundant data storage solutions. This hard drive's performance characteristics ensure efficient handling of demanding workloads, contributing to overall system responsiveness and scalability. Its compatibility with enterprise-grade systems supports sustained operational efficiency in complex IT environments.