Name: 9SW066-005 Seagate 300GB 15000RPM SAS 6.0Gbps 64MB Cache 2.5-inch Hard Drive
Brand: Seagate
SKU: 9SW066-005
Price: 474.71 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Seagate 300GB 15K SAS hard drive offers swift, reliable storage optimized for enterprise use. It fits into 2.5-inch bays and connects through a 6Gbps SAS interface, making it suitable for servers and high-demand data centers where quick access and consistent performance are crucial.

General Information
Brand	Seagate
Part Number	9SW066-005

Technical Information
Capacity	300GB
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Disk Format	2.5-inch
Cache	64MB
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Servers
MTBF	1200000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS 6Gb/s

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

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

Product Description
This Seagate 300GB hard drive is built for high-performance data environments requiring quick access and reliable storage. It's commonly used in enterprise servers, storage arrays, and data centers where speed and durability matter. IT professionals and system administrators often select it for mission-critical applications and heavy workload scenarios. Key Features High spindle speed reduces latency and accelerates data retrieval Advanced SAS interface enables robust and consistent communication Cache memory helps smooth out data bursts for improved throughput 2.5-inch size fits densely packed server trays and blade systems Designed to operate under demanding enterprise conditions You'll typically find this drive in server racks where fast sequential and random access speeds are essential. It plays a vital role in minimizing bottlenecks and ensuring smoother operation of database servers, virtualization hosts, and transaction-heavy systems.

Use Cases
The Seagate 300GB 15K SAS hard drive is designed for high-performance enterprise environments demanding low latency and sustained throughput. It is particularly suited for data centers and server farms where rapid data access and reliability are critical to supporting workloads such as transaction processing and virtualization. How It's Used: Deployed in rack-mounted servers to accelerate financial transaction systems requiring consistent low latency. Utilized in virtualization clusters to ensure fast boot times and responsive virtual machines in enterprise IT environments. Integrated into storage arrays for high-speed database applications in medium to large data centers. Employed in real-time analytics platforms where rapid data retrieval directly impacts operational insights. Supported within edge computing nodes to provide dependable and quick data storage near remote offices or branch locations. By providing a balance of speed and capacity, this SAS drive enhances operational efficiency and supports scalable storage architectures. Its performance characteristics help maintain throughput in critical enterprise workloads, enabling IT infrastructures to meet growing demands without compromising on responsiveness.