Name: 489038-001 HP 300GB 15000RPM SAS 3.5-inch Dual Port Hot-Plug HDD
Brand: HP
SKU: 489038-001
Price: 177.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP 300GB 15,000 RPM SAS hard drive is a high-performance storage device designed primarily for enterprise servers and storage systems. It fits into 3.5-inch drive bays and offers dual-port SAS connectivity, making it suitable for environments where data integrity and uptime are important. This drive is commonly integrated into server arrays and SANs to provide fast, reliable access to critical data.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	489038-001

Technical Information
Capacity	300GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	SAS 3Gb/s (3.0 Gbps), 3.5-inch
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Servers

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS

Physical Characteristics
Height	1.028
Width	4.00
Depth	5.787
Dimensions	1.028 x 4.00 x 5.787
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes

Product Description
This HP 300GB hard drive delivers reliable and speedy performance for enterprise storage solutions. Built for server environments, it provides fast data transfer and access with its 15,000 RPM spindle speed and SAS 3Gb/s interface. Its dual-port design enhances connectivity options and supports failover for critical applications. Often found in data centers and enterprise servers, this drive is ideal for IT professionals managing storage arrays or SANs who need dependable drives that allow for easy replacement without downtime. It’s designed for workloads demanding consistent high performance and quick data retrieval. Key Features High-speed 15,000 RPM spindle for quick access Dual SAS ports to maintain connection if one fails Supports hot-plugging to swap drives without powering down 3.5-inch size common in enterprise server racks 300GB capacity balances storage and speed for demanding applications This hard drive is commonly used in business servers and storage arrays where maintaining uptime is critical. The hot-pluggable feature lets system administrators swap drives during operation, minimizing disruption. Its balance of speed and capacity helps optimize performance for transactional databases and other intensive workloads.

Use Cases
The HP 300GB 15,000 RPM SAS 3.5-inch Dual Port Hot-Plug HDD is tailored for enterprise data centers and high-demand server environments where consistent high throughput and data redundancy are critical. IT administrators managing virtualization hosts and SAN storage arrays benefit from its reliable dual-port SAS interface and hot-swappable design, enabling minimized downtime during maintenance or upgrades. How It's Used: Deployed in virtualization clusters to support fast I/O operations for multiple virtual machines in enterprise IT infrastructures. Integrated into SAN storage arrays in data centers requiring high availability and rapid data access for transactional workloads. Used in rack-mounted server environments where hot-plug capability allows swift replacement without service interruption. Employed in database servers handling real-time analytics, benefiting from the high spindle speed to reduce latency. Incorporated into edge computing nodes needing reliable, high-performance storage within limited physical space. By delivering consistent performance and dual-port connectivity, this drive enhances data integrity and operational resilience in demanding storage setups. Its compatibility with enterprise hardware ensures scalability and simplified maintenance for complex server farms and storage clusters.