Name: ST300MP0055 Seagate 300GB 15K SAS 12Gbps 2.5-inch Enterprise Hard Drive
Brand: Seagate
SKU: ST300MP0055
Price: 218.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Seagate Enterprise Performance 15K.5 300GB hard drive offers a blend of speed, capacity, and security tailored for enterprise storage systems. It fits well in environments where fast access to data and encryption compliance are essential, making it a reliable choice for servers and data centers handling sensitive information.

General Information
Brand	Seagate
Part Number	ST300MP0055

Technical Information
Capacity	300GB
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Disk Format	512e
Cache	128MB
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Server,Enterprise
MTBF	1,200,000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS 12Gb/s

Physical Characteristics
Height	0.59
Width	2.76
Depth	3.96
Dimensions	0.59 x 2.76 x 3.96
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	3.00

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

Product Description
The Seagate Enterprise Performance 15K.5 300GB hard drive is built for high-demand storage environments where speed and data security are crucial. It is commonly used in enterprise servers, data centers, and high-performance computing systems. Designed for IT professionals and system administrators, this drive offers reliable performance for applications requiring quick access to large datasets, including databases and virtualization platforms. Key Features High rotational speed ensures low latency and fast read/write operations. 12Gbps SAS interface supports rapid data throughput and system responsiveness. 128MB cache helps smooth out workload bursts and boosts overall efficiency. Self-Encrypting Drive meets FIPS 140-2 standards for enhanced data protection. 512e sector size balances compatibility with modern storage systems. This drive is typically deployed in enterprise storage arrays and mission-critical systems where consistent performance and data integrity matter. It helps maintain system uptime and supports demanding workloads without compromising security.

Use Cases
The ST300MP0055 Seagate 300GB 15K SAS hard drive is optimized for enterprise storage environments requiring high-speed access and stringent data security. It is particularly suited for data centers and server deployments where rapid data throughput and encryption compliance are critical to operational integrity. How It's Used: Deployed in high-performance virtualization clusters supporting multiple VMs in enterprise IT infrastructure. Integrated into rack-mounted storage arrays within data centers requiring fast transactional data processing. Used in financial services servers handling encrypted data workloads demanding FIPS 140-2 compliance. Implemented in edge computing nodes where low latency and secure data storage are essential. Employed in backup and archival systems within SMB networks needing accelerated data retrieval. This hard drive enhances system responsiveness and data security across various demanding environments. Its performance characteristics and encryption features support scalable and efficient storage architectures critical to enterprise and data center operations.