HDD HPE 300GB 3G SAS 10K SFF 2.5-inch Dual Port 10000 RPM

The HPE 300GB 3G SAS 10K SFF 2.5-inch Dual Port hard drive is designed for enterprise storage systems that require high performance and reliable operation. With a 300 GB capacity, 10,000 RPM spindle speed and a 2.5-inch small-form-factor, this SAS drive supports dual-port connectivity to ensure continued access in redundant storage topologies and multi-path server environments.

Advantages

This enterprise-class SAS drive delivers consistent performance for mixed workloads, combining a 10,000 RPM rotational speed with SAS dual-port access for improved availability. The 2.5-inch form factor allows higher drive density in server chassis, helping to maximize storage capacity per rack unit. The drive is intended for always-on data centre use, supporting concurrent access and scalable deployments.

Suitable for

• Enterprise servers and storage arrays requiring moderate-capacity, high-reliability drives
• Systems needing dual-port SAS for multipath redundancy and high availability
• Environments that benefit from high drive density, such as blade and rack servers
• Workloads with mixed I/O where 10,000 RPM helps maintain consistent response times

When it may not be suitable

This drive is not optimal for consumer desktops or low-density desktop NAS units where SAS connectivity is unsupported. It may also be less appropriate where very large single-drive capacities are required; larger-capacity or higher-capacity-per-dollar nearline drives could be more cost-effective for bulk archival storage.

Key specifications

• Capacity: 300 GB
• Interface: Serial Attached SCSI (SAS), dual-port
• Form factor: 2.5-inch (small form factor)
• Rotational speed: 10,000 RPM

How to use

Install the drive into a compatible server or storage array bay that supports 2.5-inch SAS drives and dual-port SAS connections. Configure multipath I/O or RAID as required by your environment to take advantage of redundancy and performance features. Monitor drive health via server management tools and follow your organisation's maintenance schedule for firmware updates and replacements.

What to consider before purchase

• Check that your server or enclosure supports 2.5-inch SAS drives and dual-port SAS connectivity
• Ensure 300 GB capacity and 10,000 RPM performance meet your workload and capacity planning needs
• Confirm compatibility with your RAID controller or storage array firmware and multipath configuration

Recommendations

Use this HPE 300GB 3G SAS 10K SFF 2.5-inch Dual Port drive in enterprise-class servers and storage arrays where consistent performance, dual-port redundancy and high drive density are priorities. Pair with appropriate RAID or multipath configurations and regular monitoring to maintain availability and performance.