Name: 861780-B21 HPE 300GB 15K RPM 12Gbps SAS 2.5-inch Server Hard Drive
Brand: HPE
SKU: 861780-B21
Price: 184.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HPE 300GB 15000RPM SAS 12Gbps 2.5-inch Hard Drive delivers fast and reliable storage designed for enterprise servers. It fits in compact server bays and provides quick data access through its high rotational speed and SAS interface, making it a solid component for demanding IT environments.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Part Number	861780-B21

Technical Information
Capacity	300GB
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Disk Format	2.5-inch SAS (12Gbps), 15,000 RPM
Cache	64MB
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	HPE ProLiant servers, HPE storage arrays
MTBF	1200000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS 12Gb/s

Physical Characteristics
Height	0.59
Width	2.75
Depth	3.95
Dimensions	0.59 x 2.75 x 3.95 inches
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	3.00

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

Product Description
This HPE 300GB 15,000 RPM SAS hard drive is built for speed and reliability in enterprise server applications. It’s often found in data centers and servers where rapid data access and transfer rates are essential. IT professionals and system administrators rely on drives like this to maintain consistent performance under heavy workloads. Key Features High rotational speed reduces latency for quick read/write operations 12Gbps SAS interface supports high-throughput data transfer with improved efficiency Designed for 2.5-inch bays, saving space in rack-mounted server arrays Robust build quality suited for continuous operation in demanding environments Optimized for enterprise workloads, balancing speed and durability These drives are typically deployed in enterprise servers handling databases, virtualization, and transaction-heavy applications. Their durability and speed help keep critical systems responsive and reliable, making them a practical choice for IT infrastructures focused on performance and uptime.

Use Cases
The HPE 300GB 15000RPM SAS 12Gbps 2.5-inch Hard Drive is optimized for environments that demand high-speed data access and reliability, such as enterprise data centers and virtualization platforms. It is particularly suited for IT teams managing high-throughput transactional systems or database servers where performance consistency is critical. How It's Used: Deployed in enterprise server racks to support mission-critical database workloads with low latency requirements. Integrated into virtualization clusters to provide consistent I/O performance for multiple virtual machines. Utilized in high-frequency trading systems within financial institutions where rapid data retrieval is essential. Implemented in cloud service provider infrastructures to maintain throughput and scalability under heavy multi-tenant loads. Installed in data analytics platforms that process real-time data streams requiring fast disk access. This drive contributes to operational efficiency by delivering rapid data transfer rates and reliable performance in dense server environments, enabling IT infrastructures to scale effectively while maintaining service-level objectives.