Name: 9EF244-050 Seagate Barracuda ES.2 500GB 7200RPM 3Gb/s SAS 16MB Cache HDD
Brand: Seagate
SKU: 9EF244-050
Price: 166.44 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Seagate Barracuda ES.2 500GB 3.5-inch internal hard drive combines 7200 RPM performance with a SAS 3Gb/s interface and 16MB cache, making it a reliable option for enterprise-grade systems. It offers dependable storage for everyday computing and light server tasks.

General Information
Brand	Seagate
Part Number	9EF244-050

Technical Information
Capacity	500GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Cache	16MB
Spindle Speed	7200 RPM

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes

Product Description
The Seagate Barracuda ES.2 500GB internal hard disk drive is designed for dependable storage performance in business-class systems. Featuring a 7200 RPM spindle speed and SAS 3Gb/s interface, it ensures reliable data handling for daily workloads. Key Features 500GB storage capacity for standard applications 7200 RPM speed delivers smooth read/write operations 3Gb/s SAS interface for enhanced reliability in enterprise setups 16MB cache accelerates frequently accessed data 3.5-inch form factor for broad hardware compatibility This drive is suitable for entry-level servers, workstations, and storage arrays where durability, steady performance, and cost-effectiveness are essential. It handles moderate workloads with ease while maintaining consistent operation.

Use Cases
The Seagate Barracuda ES.2 500GB 3.5-inch internal hard drive is commonly deployed in enterprise and SMB environments where reliable storage with moderate capacity is required. It is well-suited for systems demanding consistent data throughput and responsiveness without the need for high-capacity arrays. How It's Used: Data center rack servers running light virtualization workloads requiring efficient storage with SAS connectivity. Small and medium business file servers managing routine data access and backup operations. Enterprise IT environments utilizing storage clusters for application data with moderate I/O demands. Remote office servers where dependable and fast data retrieval supports business continuity. Database servers handling transaction logs or secondary data storage to optimize primary system performance. The drive’s balance of speed and interface compatibility enhances operational efficiency in these scenarios, allowing scalable deployment in mixed storage architectures. Its responsiveness ensures stable performance for workloads that benefit from consistent SAS data transfer rates.